HR Coordinator

"Volunteer Opportunity or Unpaid Internship/Co-op opportunity"

Are you a Human Resources student or recent graduate? We are in search of a motivated, Volunteer HR Coordinator to join our team.

The Stem Montessori Academy of Canada is a federally registered not for profit regional science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) program open to all students with the mission to deliver top-notch STEM literacy and application. The STEM program educates students from preschool to high school and is available to all children nationwide. SMAC specializes in an advanced, bar-none STEM-based educational curriculum that emphasizes the interconnected subject areas of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).

Our successful volunteers have these characteristics:

• Self-directed and motivated learner
• Research answers and questions independently, but know when to ask for assistance
• Shows initiative within competence limits and seeks means to fulfil areas for improvement
• Flexible, confident and respectful to others
• Passion for education
• Enthusiastic and exemplifies a good work ethic - dedicated and committed
• Great at planning, organization, leadership and teamwork and time management

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist with all internal and external HR related inquiries or requests.
• Assist with the recruitment process by identifying candidates, performing reference checks and issuing contracts.
• Assist with performance management procedures.
• Schedule meetings, interviews, HR events and maintain agendas.
• Coordinate training sessions and seminars.
• Perform orientations and update records of new staff.
• Produce and submit reports on general HR activity.
• Assist with payroll and ad-hoc HR projects.
• Support other assigned functions.
• Keep up-to-date with the latest HR trends and best practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in HRM or related field would be preferred
• 6+ months experience in an office setting or in an admin position
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Fantastic time management and organizational skills
• Able to attend occasional Zoom meetings

What’s in it for you?

• Job reference letter
• Volunteer hours certificate
• Ability to make a difference in the lives of others
• Flexible involvement
• Remote opportunity

We are strongly committed to equity and diversity within our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all religious backgrounds, persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, and others who can contribute to the diversification of our community.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume to volunteer@stemcanada.ca

We thank you for your interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.