National Human Resources Specialist (12-Month Contract)

We’re excited to share that JDRF Canada is now Breakthrough T1D.

We’re the same organization, with the same mission and determination to realize a world free from type 1 diabetes (T1D) – just with a new name and look that reflects what the T1D community needs now and next.

It’s an exciting time to join Breakthrough T1D as we continue to break barriers to help people better manage the disease and enjoy full, healthy lives. Curing T1D is and always will be our north star and we will not stop until breakthroughs get us to a world free from T1D.

Are you a people-first HR professional who thrives on creating exceptional employee experiences? If you're detail-oriented, collaborative, and excited to support a small but mighty HR team, we’d love to hear from you! Join a mission-driven organization where your passion for HR will help shape a positive and high-performing workplace culture that truly makes a difference across Canada.

Here’s what your primary responsibilities would be:

• Manage full-cycle recruitment, from job posting to offer, ensuring an exceptional candidate experience.
• Provide consultative support to managers and employees on HR policies, performance management, and development.
• Administer and maintain the HRIS (EmployerD), including employee changes, reporting, and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation programs, including compliance training and buddy assignments.
• Working within the LMS, maintain accurate user records and participate in the creation of training modules.
• Support benefits administration and employee leaves, resolving issues with providers as needed.
• Lead and promote health, safety, and wellness initiatives, including mental health programs.
• Implement and coordinate employee recognition programs and internal training activities.
• Maintain accurate digital employee records and support payroll documentation.
• Track HR metrics, maintain organizational charts, and support annual HR initiatives.
• Suggest and implement improvements to HR programs aligned with best practices.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

Knowledge/Skills/Experience

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources Management; CHRP/CPHR candidate preferred.
• 3–5 years of generalist HR experience, including full-cycle recruitment.
• Experience with HRIS and applicant tracking systems; strong Microsoft Office 365 skills (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams etc).
• Bilingual in English and French is an asset.

Working Style

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across video, phone, and email.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Service-oriented with sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.

Note this is a temporary contract to cover a parental leave.

Anticipated start is early October for 12 months.

Salary Range: Hiring range anticipated to be $59,000-$67,000, commensurate on the skills and experience of selected candidate.

Location Preference: Anywhere within Canada. This is a remote-first position.

Application Deadline: August 13, 2025

About Breakthrough T1D

Breakthrough T1D is the leading type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy non-profit organization in Canada. As we drive toward curing type 1 diabetes, we help to make every day better for the people who live with it. Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF) began in Canada as a grassroots organization in 1974, when a group of dedicated parents came together with a singular goal of finding a cure for T1D. Since the discovery of insulin, Breakthrough T1D has remained at the forefront of T1D research. Breakthrough T1D is committed to investing in the most promising research, advocating for progress by working with governments to address issues that impact the T1D community, and supporting individuals living with this disease.

Breakthrough T1D has a company culture rooted in our Core Values of Respect, Understanding and Integrity; Perseverance; Collaboration; Risk Taking and Entrepreneurship; and Efficiency, Effectiveness and Accountability – if our core values are exemplified in the way that you work, we might be a great fit for each other.

Here’s a few details about what Breakthrough T1D employees receive:

• Remote-first: Our employees love the convenience and flexibility of working remotely, so all positions are work from home (within Canada).
• Health and Wellness Benefits: Benefits to support your physical and mental health – this includes Manulife group benefits, Maple virtual health care, Not Myself Today to support mentally healthy workplaces and generous paid sick time.
• Professional Development: We want employees to grow within their roles and have a career at Breakthrough T1D, so we practice Career Development Planning and have a budget for paid development opportunities for each employee.
• Other benefits include: Group RRSP Matching Program, winter holiday office closures, flex weeks in the summer and more!

Benefits listed above for regular full-time employees. Not all benefits may be available to part-time or temporary employees.

Recruitment Process: We may review applications as they are received and this position will remain posted until it is filled. Our recruitment process typically includes an initial introductory phone call with an HR team member, and up to two video interviews over MS Teams with the hiring manager and other members of the team. Some positions may require a skills-based evaluation to be completed as a part of the recruitment process. We thank all those applicants that apply, but please note only those selected for an introductory phone call will be contacted after their application is submitted.

Breakthrough T1D strives to foster a workplace that reflects the diversity of the community it serves and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Breakthrough T1D is also committed to developing an inclusive, barrier-free selection process and work environment. Please advise if you require any accommodation measures to ensure you will be interviewed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation requests will be treated with confidentiality.