Development manager Jobs in Whitby, ON

About the Opportunity

Role Accountabilities :

• Performance Management : Supports companies performance management cycle to ensure consistent application and a clear understanding of the process.

Provides training on the performance management process for new HR leads and directly to corporate employees as needed.

Regularly reviews and updates performance process training materials to incorporate best practices and feedback from stakeholders.

Clearly communicates schedules, key milestones and process updates to stakeholders.

Monitors adherence to the performance management process and ensures timely completion of each step. Employee Development & Mentoring : Utilizes companies internal processes and external arrangements to foster employee growth and development.

Identifies and coordinates individual development opportunities, including external training, coaching and 360-degree feedback.

Supports the design and implementation of companies training programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Collaborates with managers and employees to create and implement effective individual development plans.

Manages relationships with third-party vendors and ensures the quality of their services.

Maintains accurate talent development records and keeps an up-to-date roster of external coaches and coaching engagements Talent Reviews & Succession Planning : Partners with and advises stakeholders to ensure that talent reviews and succession planning processes effectively support the talent pipeline at all organizational levels.

Coordinates with HR site leads to ensure consistent and timely completion of talent reviews.

Supports the execution of the talent review process for the corporate office and maintains thorough records.

Updates succession planning templates for use during management discussions.

Engagement & Culture :

Develops, implements and promotes employee surveys and action plans to enhance employee engagement and strengthen our organizational culture.

Supports the company-wide engagement survey process including setup, communications, and analysis of results.

Is a key resource for the sites as the expert for the online survey platform.

Supports the development and promotion of companies Culture Plan, ensuring alignment with organizational values and goals. .

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion :

Advances companies EDI goals and promotes effective EDI practices.

Supports the planning and execution of EDI initiatives, including the Speaker Series.

Partners with HR to track EDI demographics and report on progress.

Attends industry forums / events related to EDI and presents key learnings to the corporate EDI committee.

Manages additional EDI projects as assigned. Integration of New Sites : Ensures the smooth integration of new sites into companies talent development processes.

Develops and provides the necessary tools and resources to facilitate the effective transition of new sites into companies processes.

Offers ongoing support to new sites to address any integration challenges and ensure alignment with organizational practices.

Onboarding Tools / Resources :

Enhances the onboarding experience for new employees through continuous improvement of program materials.

Collaborates with corporate and site HR to regularly update and improve  onboarding materials.

Ensures onboarding resources are comprehensive, up-to-date, and aligned with best practices.

About You

Post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent experience.

5 years of demonstrated expertise in implementing talent development strategies and processes

Certification in Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is a valuable asset.

Proven ability to address equity, diversity and inclusion issues for underrepresented groups through the execution of EDI initiatives

Familiar with relevant legislation related to discrimination and equity.

Effective at building relationships and influencing others to support talent development and EDI goals, at all organizational levels.

Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports, presenting findings, and engaging with diverse stakeholders.

Proficient in analyzing data to track the effectiveness of talent development and EDI programs. Must have strong Excel and PowerPoint skills for data manipulation, reporting and presentations.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including setting objectives, timelines and ensuring deliverables.

Salary Range

110,000 - $140,000 / year

How to Apply

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You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.

Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected] .

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By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

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With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.