Culture & Employee Experience Officer

Job title:

Culture & Employee Experience Officer

Company

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Job description

Do you want to work in a role where you will be responsible for cultivating a positive work environment?

Our Whiteshell Laboratories (WL) site located near Pinawa, Manitoba is looking for a Culture & Employee Experience Officer for the WL Restoration Project department. The Culture & Employee Experience Officer holds a pivotal position within the organization, responsible for cultivating a positive work environment and facilitating the successful execution of cultural transformation initiatives. The primary role of the Officer is to spearhead rebranding efforts and internal communications ensuring clarity and consistency in messaging to support the organization’s evolving mission and vision and maintain employee morale. Additionally, the role includes fostering cultural transformation through coordinating activities aimed at site-wide engagement and evolution. This position may work remotely but must be willing to be on site (Pinawa) 75-100% of the time or more depending on the project and employee need.

Does this pique your interest? If you answered yes, then this may be the job for you!

What will you be doing?

Employee Experience Enhancement:

• Designing and implementing initiatives to enhance the overall employee experience and engagement.
• Developing programs to promote a positive work environment, foster inclusivity, and support employee well-being.

Internal Communication:

• Developing and executing comprehensive internal communication strategies to effectively disseminate information to employees.
• Creating engaging content for various communication channels, including newsletters, intranet, and email communications.
• Facilitating two-way communication channels to encourage feedback, transparency, and dialogue among employees and leadership.

Employee Feedback and Engagement:

• Implementing mechanisms to gather employee feedback on culture, communication, and overall employee experience.
• Analyzing feedback data to identify trends, insights, and areas for improvement.
• Developing and executing action plans based on feedback to address concerns and enhance employee engagement.

Brand Management:

• Ensuring consistency in brand messaging and representation across all internal communication channels.
• Upholding and promoting the organization’s brand values and identity in all communication efforts.

Event Coordination:

• Planning, coordinating, and executing internal events such as team-building activities, town hall meetings, and cultural celebrations.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to determine event objectives, themes, and logistics.
• Managing event budgets, vendors, and resources to ensure successful execution.
• Coordinating activities aimed at fostering cultural transformation within the organization.
• Plan and execute events, initiatives, and programs designed to promote employee engagement, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Celebrating Success:

• Developing and implementing strategies to recognize and celebrate individual and team achievements within the organization.
• Planning and coordinating recognition events, ceremonies, or programs to acknowledge outstanding contributions and milestones.
• Collaborating with department heads and team leaders to identify success stories and promote a culture of appreciation and recognition.
• Creating a system for regularly highlighting and sharing success stories across the organization, both internally and externally.
• Evaluating the effectiveness of recognition initiatives and make adjustments as needed to ensure ongoing motivation and morale among employees.

Onboarding Support:

• Playing an active role in the onboarding process for new employees joining the organization, working closely with HR and hiring managers to facilitate a seamless transition.
• Collaborating with HR to integrate messaging about the organization’s culture and values into the onboarding experience.
• Promoting CNL’s culture and identity to new employees, emphasizing our commitment to safety.
• Serving as an ambassador for CNL’s culture and values during the onboarding process, sharing insights and anecdotes that highlight the unique aspects of our organization.
• Fostering a sense of belonging and connection among new hires.

• Maintaining confidentiality in all matters.
• Willing to perform other related duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

Someone who has the ability to:

• Convey ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.
• Craft compelling messages and materials to disseminate information about cultural initiatives and organizational values.
• Demonstrate active listening and fostering open dialogue to facilitate collaboration and understanding among employees.
• Build rapport and establish positive relationships with employees, stakeholders, and external partners.
• Display strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Prioritize responsibilities, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate records.
• Use strong problem-solving skills and a resourceful mindset to overcome obstacles and find creative solutions to challenges.
• Think critically and adapt to changing circumstances is essential for success in this role.
• Demonstrate awareness of cultural differences and a commitment to fostering inclusivity and diversity within the organization.
• Work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and create an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and respected is crucial.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including HR, management, communication, and external partners.
• Collaborate effectively to achieve program goals, share information, and coordinate resources to support program participants.
• Use technology and digital tools for communication, data management, and program administration.
• Adapt to changing circumstances, manage stress, and maintain a positive attitude in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
• Develop comprehensive communication strategies tailored to organizational goals and objectives.
• Leverage digital platforms and tools for communication purposes, including social media, email marketing, and website content management.
• Facilitate two-way communication channels to foster transparency, collaboration, and employee engagement.
• Understand brand management principles and the ability to maintain brand consistency across all communication channels.
• Gather feedback, analyze data, and make data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Stay informed about emerging communication trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of employee engagement principles and strategies to enhance employee motivation, satisfaction, and commitment.
• Display understanding of key concepts and principles related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and their impact on organizational culture and performance.

Experience

• Five (5)+ years of experience in a related field such as communication, culture transformation, or human resources.
• Experience leading internal communication efforts, particularly during periods of organizational transition or rebranding.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing cultural transformation initiatives within organizations.
• Proven track record in developing and executing strategies to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive cultural alignment and integration across various departments.
• Experience in coordinating cultural transformation activities or similar initiatives is a plus. This entails planning and executing events, fostering employee engagement, and promoting a positive organizational culture.

Education

• Diploma in human resources management, organizational psychology, business administration, or related field.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and five (5)+ years of experience may be considered.
• Relevant certifications or professional development courses in employee engagement, organizational culture, change management, and communication strategies, an asset.

Security clearance eligibility requirement
Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom.

Working Conditions:

• Office Environment: The primary work environment is typically an office setting, conducive to administrative tasks, meetings, and collaborative work with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Flexibility: The role may require flexibility in working hours to accommodate participant needs, attend meetings outside regular business hours, or engage in community events or networking opportunities.
• Travel: Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings, training sessions, or community events related to talent development and transition initiatives. This may involve both local and regional travel, with arrangements made in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.

Why CNL?

Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We’re reinventing ourselves to be the pace setters, so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

· We offer a complete total rewards package:

o paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal days);

o benefits effective day one, that’s right no waiting period;

o tuition support;

o and a pension!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

· Clean energy for today and tomorrow.

· Restore and protect the Environment.

· Contribute to the health of Canadians.

CNL’s Whiteshell is located in the beautiful and historic municipality of Pinawa, Manitoba, approximately one hour by vehicle from Winnipeg, MB. Pinawa is an excellent choice for people looking for peace and tranquility and those who love the outdoors.

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion in achieving our mission.

CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities.

CNL also supports a workplace environment and a corporate culture that is built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity and Excellence which encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects inclusive of accommodations for all employees.

CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

CNL respectfully recognizes and acknowledges that the Whiteshell Site is located within the traditional territory of many Indigenous Nations, including those within Treaty 1, 3, and 5, and the homeland of the Red River Métis. CNL is thankful to have the opportunity to work on these traditionally and culturally significant lands and waterways.

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Expected salary

Location

Whiteshell, MB

Job date

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 06:57:25 GMT

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