Vice President, People & Culture (non-profit)

NewStart is dedicated to creating meaningful career connections by blending human insight with intelligent matching. We work closely with professionals, offering personalized strategies and coaching to help them stand out in today’s competitive job market. Organizations trust NewStart to connect them with a pre-vetted pool of high-performing, job-ready talent, saving time and reducing hiring costs. Our mission is to support both individuals and companies in achieving their goals, fostering stronger career and business outcomes in the process.Role: Vice President, People & CultureLocation: British Columbia (remote with occasional travel) hybrid.Employment Type: Full-Time, Executive LeadershipCompensation: $130,000-$185,000 per year (depending on experience)About the RoleThe Vice President of People & Culture (P&C) provides strategic and executive leadershipacross all areas of people, culture, and workforce strategy. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and serving as a key member of the Executive Team, this role ensures that organizational culture, human systems, and people strategies are fully aligned with enterprise goals and operational realities. This position is ideal for a forward-thinking, values-driven leader who thrives on shaping inclusive, psychologically safe workplaces, building strong leadership pipelines, and integrating risk and culture frameworks into sustainable organizational growth.This organization operates within the community services and social impact sector, providing programs that promote inclusion, empowerment, and long-term well-being across British Columbia and the Yukon. The work environment is mission-driven, people-focused, and values-based, combining operational excellence with a strong commitment to equity, reconciliation, and positive social change.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the development and implementation of a multi-year People & Culture strategyaligned with organizational priorities.Partner with Executive and Program leadership to anticipate workforce needs and talentimplications of future growth.Integrate inclusive leadership and trauma-informed practices into every level of theorganization.Champion a values-aligned, equitable, and high-performing culture that fosters engagement and belonging.Lead initiatives focused on reconciliation, DEIB, and cultural transformation.Empower and develop leaders through coaching, mentorship, and systems ofaccountability.Serve as a trusted advisor to the CAO, CEO, and Board on all workforce, risk, andpeople strategy matters.Provide regular updates and strategic counsel to the Board and relevant committeesregarding organizational culture, talent, and HR metrics.Lead succession planning, senior leadership development, and enterprise workforce riskassessment.Lead the organization’s risk management function, integrating enterprise risk frameworks into planning and decision-making.Oversee the risk management team, ensuring proactive identification and mitigation of operational, reputational, and compliance risks.Partner with the Board and Executive Team to align workforce risk and business continuity planning.Represent the organization externally as an employer of choice.Build partnerships with funders, regulators, and sector bodies to advance workforce and DEIB excellence. Monitor evolving employment laws, industry trends, and best practices to maintain compliance and innovation.Oversee all core People & Culture functions, including:Talent acquisition and onboardingLearning and leadership developmentEmployee and labour relations (unionized and non-unionized environments)Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB)Organizational design and change managementCompensation, benefits, and total rewardsEmployee engagement and retentionHealth, Safety, and Well-beingHR analytics, systems, and internal communicationsQualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Leadership,Business Administration, or a related field.CPHR designation (or equivalent) preferred.Minimum 7+ years of progressive HR leadership, with at least 3 years at the executiveor senior management level.Proven track record in leading HR strategy within complex, unionized, and multi-regionorganizations.Deep expertise in leadership development, DEIB, labour relations, and culturaltransformation.Advanced knowledge of employment legislation and risk management frameworks.Strong executive presence with exceptional communication, relationship-building, andconflict resolution skills.High emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and ability to manage ambiguity withconfidence.Successful completion of a Vulnerable Persons Criminal Record Check.Valid Driver’s License.Ability to travel occasionally and work flexible hours as required.Why ApplyThis is a rare opportunity to shape the culture and future of a mission-driven organization at theexecutive level. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in embedding values-basedleadership, developing future leaders, and integrating enterprise risk and people strategy to support long-term sustainability and growth.