VP, People and Culture

Vice President, People & Culture Location: Remote (Preference for BC; open to AB/ON)Travel: Occasional travel across Western Canada and the YukonType: Full-Time, Executive Leadership About the Organization A national, mission-driven non-profit dedicated to creating safe, healthy, and inclusive communities through innovative social service programs. The organization supports individuals across multiple regions and is committed to equity, dignity, and meaningful community impact. Role Purpose The Vice President, People & Culture will lead the organization's workforce strategy, talent development, culture, and enterprise risk management functions. As a key member of the Executive Team, this role ensures people-focused systems and culture enable operational excellence and long-term growth. The VP will direct a People & Culture team of ~20, including senior leaders, and serve as a strategic advisor to the Executive Team and Board on workforce strategy, organizational health, risk, and DEIB priorities. This role is ideal for a senior HR executive with strong private-sector and unionized work environment experience who is ready to transition into a high-impact non-profit leadership role. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Culture Lead and execute a multi-year People & Culture strategy aligned with mission and organizational growth Strengthen inclusive, values-driven culture across all regions Provide strategic counsel to the Executive Team and Board on workforce trends, risk, DEIB, and organizational well-being Guide succession planning, senior leadership development, and organizational capability building Oversee P&C services for a unionized and non-union workforce in multiple regions Ensure compliance with employment laws and sector standards People & Talent Management Lead and empower a high-performing P&C team; build future HR leaders Champion trauma-informed, equity-centered leadership development across all levels Strengthen internal communication, employee experience, and talent engagement programs Advance organizational learning, professional development, and performance management Enterprise Risk & Governance Lead enterprise risk strategy and risk management team Integrate risk frameworks into planning, people strategy, and decision-making Monitor emerging risks including labour relations, workforce well-being, compliance, and operational continuity Engage Board committees on workforce risk, compliance, and strategic priorities Operational Excellence & Results Oversee HR budget, workforce planning, compensation strategy, and benefits programs Ensure HRIS, analytics, and reporting support performance and operational clarity Partner with Executive and regional leaders to anticipate workforce needs in periods of growth and expansion Support resilience planning, emergency preparedness, and business continuity initiatives Experience & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred) CPHR or equivalent designation preferred 7+ years of progressive HR leadership, with 3+ years at an executive or senior level Strong experience in private-sector and complex unionized environments Demonstrated leadership in culture transformation, DEIB, and organizational development Background in risk management and enterprise-wide planning Exceptional communication, influence, and strategic planning skills Experience in mission-driven or service-focused environments an asset Additional Requirements Eligible to work in Canada Criminal record and vulnerable sector check Valid driver’s license for periodic travel Compensation & Benefits Competitive executive compensation package (salary commensurate with experience) Comprehensive benefits plan including wellness supports and pension program Professional development and career growth opportunities Mental health and wellness programs, EFAP, and internal counselling supports Recognition as an Employer of Choice and high-performance workplace Work Environment Full-time, Monday–Friday (flexibility required for operational needs) Remote work with periodic travel to regional offices and leadership meetings Collaborative, values-driven Executive Team environment #J-18808-Ljbffr