The CHEO Foundation is the philanthropic arm of CHEO, CHEO Research Institute and Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice. For 50 years, the CHEO Foundation has been the link between these respected institutions and the generous community that financially sustains them. CHEO Foundation staff are inspired by donors, and the community, who support pediatric healthcare, cutting-edge research and essential services to ensure children and youth can live their best lives.

 

Reporting directly to the Vice President, Finance and Human Resources, the Director, People and Organizational Development works in partnership with the executive leadership team to develop and design cultural development and organizational change initiatives that advance the Foundation’s strategies. The Director plays a key role as a strategic partner, providing the full spectrum of organizational development and human resources services and programs to meet organizational goals and objectives, while ensuring compliance with employment regulations.

 

The ideal candidate is a seasoned human resources professional who is aligned with the core values of the CHEO Foundation. This inaugural role is ideally suited for an individual who is invigorated by the prospect of leading human resource strategy and the implementation of updated policies and procedures. A strategic thinker with a proven track record of leading the human resource function, the Director contributes to the continued growth of the Foundation. The Director will be instrumental in leading organizational development and fostering a positive and dynamic workplace culture.

 

To Apply

 

To fill this position, the CHEO Foundation has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers Berndtson. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online below. For more information, please contact Sarah Tusz of Odgers Berndtson at sarah.tusz@odgersberndtson.com. We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted.

 

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

 

The CHEO Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers Berndtson and the CHEO Foundation throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

 

Odgers Berndtson is deeply committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all the work that we do. As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our EDI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our Self-Declaration Form.