The Human Resources Coordinator oversees the efficient and effective functioning of HR functions within the assigned Directorate, and is the main point of contact for employees on matters pertaining to their employment and benefits. The Human Resources Coordinator may have administrative and/or officer staff to assist in areas of employee contract management, policy interpretation, performance management, new hire orientation, permanent and temporary staff recruitment and on-boarding, and employee relations. In addition, the Human Resources Coordinator plans, advises and oversees various HR change management initiatives through effective communication and contributes to ongoing policy development and implementation. The incumbent works closely with the Director on staffing budgets and vacancy tracking. In order to ensure the smooth delivery of HR services, the incumbent communicates frequently with HR at Central Services.