Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Who we are

We are an organization comprised of industry thought leaders who are passionate about health data and want to make a difference in the health care field. We are an independent, not‑for‑profit organization and together with our partners we provide essential information on Canada’s health systems, enabling decisions that lead to healthier Canadians. As a valued member of the CIHI team, you and your work will have a pivotal role in the evolution of Canada’s health care systems.

CIHI is recognized as an exceptional place to work that embraces diversity, respect, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Learn about our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and the work being done to create a more inclusive and welcoming organization by focusing on how we learn, govern and practise.

• HOOPP Pension Plan (Defined Benefits Pension)
• Retirement Planning Program
• Generous vacation days for permanent and long‑term contracts
• Work‑life balance
• Career Planning Program
• Learning and Professional Development Program
• Flexible benefits program from your first day on the job for permanent and long‑term contracts

Reporting to the Manager, HR Advisory and Talent Acquisition the Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Sr. HRBP) provides strategic advice and guidance to management and senior management across the HR function. The Senior HRBP formulates partnerships with business leaders to deliver quality HR services and advise on people best practices for optimal business outcomes. They play a critical role in solving business problems with people solutions in alignment with the organization’s strategic plan.

• Provide strategic advice and guidance to CIHI’s Leadership team on policy interpretation, workforce planning, talent management, talent acquisition/recruitment initiatives, learning and professional development, performance management and employee relations.
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff. Supervise, coach, coordinate and monitor work, workload and performance of staff to ensure quality, continuous learning opportunities and on‑time completion of departmental deliverables and commitments. Conduct annual performance management reviews.
• Work closely with management and senior management on initiatives to improve work relationships, build engagement, and increase productivity and retention.
• Lead and support implementation of strategic workforce planning initiatives by ensuring frameworks, processes, and tools are consistently applied throughout the organization to meet long‑term talent resourcing and capability requirements.
• Deliver and interpret HR analytics to clients to address workforce planning, and talent acquisition needs, and further CIHI’s strategic business goals through actionable data and informed decision‑making.
• Support workforce talent management and succession planning for assigned client groups to ensure effective workforce planning. Provide advice and recommendations to hiring managers and assist in resource planning in compliance with recruitment policies and procedures.
• Research, recommend and implement assigned HR programs related to employee relations, employee engagement, talent acquisition and retention, which includes developing workplans, ensuring best practices are followed, completing projects, delivering internal training workshops, and policy review.
• Work with management on employee relations matters and staff performance issues, provide strategic guidance and coaching and make recommendations related to performance improvement plans and ensure compliance with employment standards. Recommend corrective action using the Employee Discipline Guidelines when employees’ conduct is unsatisfactory or fails to meet CIHI’s expectations.
• Guide hiring managers on CIHI’s job evaluation process to ensure positions have accurate, comprehensive job descriptions that align with internal equity and industry standards.
• Provide guidance to management on disability files, accommodation plans and gradual return to work plans, including coverage.
• Provide insight and recommend solutions to HR Business Partners and Recruiters concerning…