Sharon K.

As an Associate Vice President of HR Strategy, I have the privilege of shaping people and organizational strategies across Canada that engage employees in meaningful work, unlock their full potential, and support organizations to innovate, perform, and thrive over the long term.

Aligning GFD’s strategic direction with employee capabilities, I build road-maps to “getting it done.” In addition to equipping our managers with tools to attract, retain and develop our talented people, I guide the business into achieving optimal operational success through: - Developing an agile and relevant talent strategy to become an employer of choice; - Strengthening and rewarding performance by building a robust and meaningful compensation structure and incentive programs that drive desired outcomes. - Equipping our managers with resources to motivate, guide and oversee their teams through on-demand and necessary training; - Applying best practices to reflect our business realities, and ensures legal compliance; - Building HR initiatives that increase our EVP and fosters trusts.

In consultation with the HR Manager, provided guidance on broad HR functions: •Reconciled prevailing business practices with requirements under Provincial legislation (ESA, OHSA. CASL. AODA ). •Through automation, transformed onboarding program to nurture new employee engagement, ensuring swift integration into company and role while significantly decreasing delays in mandatory program enrollments. •Created and directed the JHSC; implemented all OHS programs in compliance with standards. •Developed internal policies to guide management and employee behavior. •Consolidated relevant survey data to support strategic business decisions and implement new initiatives. • Managed retention strategies and processes: recruitment, employment offers, background checks, international transfers, promotions, compensation adjustments and variable pay. •Coordinated and monitored the performance management process. Collaborated and worked with managers in developing performance improvement plans •Enhanced employee interface on MS® SharePoint for smoother and poignant user experience.

Coordinated all relevant HR initiatives for the business: •Successfully managed full recruitment, onboarding and orientation and ensuring administrative compliance of new hires (H&S training, reference checks, etc.). •Co-Chaired the JHSC. Oversaw all health, safety and wellness initiatives including inspections to ensure legal compliance. Conducted all investigations and made recommendations to Senior Management. •Successfully delivered legislated AODA &, PIPEDA training to 230 employees in 2013. •Increased employee engagement by advising on group benefits plan, STD, WSIB claims, Mental Health, AODA and Compensation via newsletter, awareness campaigns & in-person meetings. •Created onboarding programs and oversaw successful integration of all new employees. •Managed vendor negotiations and relationships. •Monitored changing legislation and developed and helped implement progressive HR policies and processes to ensure compliance with legislation. Provided staff with accurate and timely information relating to HR programs and policies

Facilitated successful acquisition of talent for IAG from contact to interview: - Successfully lead team meetings and actioned key objectives including intranet re-design, creating procedure manuals and general process improvements within the Recruitment Services Team of 5. - Facilitated the development of Talent Pools of over 300 candidates whereby leveraging the KSA’s of applicants to present and future business needs. - Managed the flow of candidates moving through the internal recruitment process, including screening, talent pooling, reference & background verification, assessment, and contract generation. - Completed training in “Advertisement writing for job openings,” provided by Seek.com.au, “Mastering Remote Presentations,” by Nancy Duarte and “SHL Psychometric Assessment,” presented through IAG.

Provided guidance, support, and coordination of recruitment efforts. - Successfully lead recruitment for 3-5 level 1 & 2 job vacancies per month; from screening to on-boarding, - Coordinated and participated as a selection panel member in the recruitment process for the appointment of Underwriters, Claims Representatives and HR Assistant to ensure fit. - Identified, reviewed, and advised on tasks related to the recruitment process and employment strategies to meet organizational objectives; specifically on vendor relationships.

Responsible for the development of Volunteer Resources programs and services, including recruiting, screening, training and placement of UHN’s 1000+ volunteers. - Special projects included developing 2 new roles for the VR department that would aid UHN clients to navigate the Hospital with ease and another to carry out fundraising activities. - Facilitated change of HRIS database, including setting up, training and creating a ‘quickguide’ for fast access to information for future interns. - Working closely with the Program Coordinators, Nursing Managers , Diversity Coordinator and Supervisors, created and implemented department specific projects impacting the visitor/guest experience.

Woodsworth Cup for Leadership and Community Involvement Award Recipient, 2006