Job Title: HR Specialist (Volunteer)
Location: Remote
Position Type: Part-time (minimum 10 hours of weekly commitment)
Contract Period: 1 year
Company Description:
The Engage Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting marginalized and racialized young people through civic engagement. Our aim is to foster a generation of well-informed, engaged, and empowered young Canadians who actively take part in community initiatives, contribute to positive changes, and advance equity. We emphasize connecting youth with community leaders, fostering meaningful discussions, and providing them with the tools for effective community involvement.
Job Summary:
The Engage Foundation is seeking a thoughtful, equity-driven HR Specialist to support our growing team. This role will help shape and implement inclusive human resource practices that reflect our values of community, care, and justice. The HR Specialist will work across the organization to ensure our internal systems foster a healthy, collaborative, and mission-aligned work culture. This is a great opportunity for someone who brings both administrative expertise and a people-first approach to HR.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead Core HR Functions and Operations
- Support recruitment processes including job posting, candidate outreach, screening, and coordination of interviews.
- Maintain accurate and confidential HR records, contracts, and personnel files.
- Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure positive transitions for staff and contractors.
2. Strengthen People Policies and Workplace Culture
- Develop and refine HR policies that prioritize equity, accessibility, and psychological safety.
- Help build structures for performance reviews, feedback loops, and professional development.
- Advise staff on HR-related questions and ensure alignment with provincial and federal labour standards.
3. Promote Equity-Centered HR Practices
- Apply anti-oppressive and trauma-informed practices to HR systems and decision-making.
- Monitor and support initiatives that foster staff wellbeing, inclusion, and growth.
- Collaborate with leadership on team-building, conflict resolution, and culture initiatives.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Demonstrated experience in human resources, people operations, or HR coordination—preferably in nonprofit, grassroots, or mission-driven settings.
- Strong understanding of employment law, HR best practices, and equity-informed policies.
- Excellent organizational and administrative skills; high attention to detail and confidentiality.
- Clear and compassionate communication skills with a team-oriented mindset.
- Comfort with digital tools such as Google Workspace
How to Apply:
To apply for this volunteer position, please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience. Applications can be submitted on our website on https://www.engagefdn.com/careers
We look forward to hearing from you!
The Engage Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: $0.01 per year
Expected hours: No less than 10.0 per week
Application question(s):
- This is a volunteer position. While time and location flexibility is provided, do you understand there is no payment?
- Please ensure you apply directly on the website - https://www.engagefdn.com/careers
- This role requires a minimum of 10 hours of work weekly for one year. Can you confirm your commitment?
Work Location: Remote
