Stand Canada is a virtual, not for profit organization that strives to make it easy to act against genocide by creating simple and effective ways for Canadians to take action. Our primary goal is to see Canada become the world leader in stopping genocide, starting with the Darfur region of Sudan.
We are currently in need of a Human Resources Manager and Recruitment and Retention Coordinator who can work as part of the Human Resources team. These are volunteer roles.
Human Resources Manager
Time Commitment: 5-10 Hours/Week
Mission Statement: To develop and manage the systems to recruit, train and retain Stand volunteers, beginning with the National team.
Responsibilities:
• To manage Stand’s recruitment, retainment and succession plan for volunteers, working with the Directors team to understand their team needs.
• To oversee the implementation of the plan, and have ultimate responsibility for the process.
• To oversee and manage Stand’s HR team.
• To act as the first contact for new STAND volunteers.
• To manage the tracking of Stand volunteers once they have started working with the organization.
• To work with the Stand Directors team and directors to troubleshoot HR issues in the organization.
Qualities Desired:
• Personable
• Organized and responsible
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Previous HR experience a strong asset
• A desire to take ownership of the HR process
Perks
• Hands-on HR and leadership experience
• A chance to work closely with people at all levels of a National NGO
• Making a real difference for Darfur and anti-genocide advocacy
To apply:
1. Submit a CV
o Tell us a bit about yourself. The emphasis should be your experiences as a team leader and HR experience.
2. Submit a cover letter
o Let us know why you’re the best candidate for the position. The letter needs to have the following important information:
1. Information about your plans for the next 12 months, including where you will be located and what your primary activities will be
2. Why you want to take on this role
3. What you bring to a position (highlighting things that may not be clear on your CV)
Please submit your application to Blair Cappel at bcappel@standcanada.org
Recruitment and Retention Coordinator
Time Commitment: 5-8 Hours/Week
Mission Statement: To locate new volunteers and find work for Stand National members.
Responsibilities:
• To find volunteers to fill needed positions
• To locate and contact possible applicant pools
• To cultivate relationships with HR staff at other organizations
• To find/create jobs for interested applicants
• To help frustrated volunteers find new roles/fix currently frustrating roles
Qualities Desired
• Strong communication skills
• Strong administration skills
• Creativity and problem solving
• Interest to make a difference
Perks
• Get to work for a National NGO/NPO
• Get to learn the internal machinations of a National NGO
• Know up to date information on Canada’s role in ongoing genocides
• Personal satisfaction that you are making a difference!
To apply:
1. Submit a CV
o Tell us a bit about yourself. The emphasis should be your experiences as an educator or team leader.
2. Submit a cover letter
o Let us know why you’re the best candidate for the position. The letter needs to have the following important information:
1. Information about your plans for the next 12 months, including where you will be located and what your primary activities will be
2. Why you want to take on this role
3. What you bring to a position (highlighting things that may not be clear on your CV)
Please submit your application to Blair Cappel at bcappel@standcanada.org
