Set on 17 acres in the picturesque Village of Naramata, the Centre provides a unique blend of indoor and outdoor accommodations, meeting and event spaces, and a variety of community-focused programs. Unlike conventional hospitality businesses, Naramata Centre emphasizes values-driven operations, balancing financial sustainability with a commitment to community, spiritual reflection, and environmental stewardship.

Founded in 1947 as a Christian leadership training school for the United Church of Canada, Naramata Centre has evolved into a welcoming space for all, offering summer programming, retreats, group bookings and special events inspired by ancient and emerging Christian wisdom tradition and practices. The Centre fosters a sense of belonging and connection for participants seeking a combination of retreat and meaningful educational opportunities through its charitable programming.


HR & Admin Manager

Our Vision is to provide a welcoming community where all people are valued for how they are.

Our Mission is to inspire individual and collective transformation in a safe and inclusive space.

Our Values are Collaboration, Diversity, Integrity, Resilience and Reverence.

Key Responsibilities

The HR & Admin Manager is part of the leadership team responsible for developing and implementing human resources policies, procedures and programs that drive organizational excellence and build a culture aligned with Naramata Centre’s vision and values.   The position also leads development of processes and workflows to support effective and efficient operations.


The HR & Admin Manager is responsible for managing HR and administrative functions.  The position reports to the Executive Director and works in partnership with departmental managers.  

March 1 - October 15 | 32 hours per week, with potential adjustments based on seasonal demands

HR Responsibilities:

  • HR Policies & Procedures:  Develop and implement human resources policies and procedures in alignment with the vision, mission and values of Naramata Centre.

  • Recruitment & Onboarding:  Manage recruitment processes, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding new team members.  Support managers in making hiring decisions.

  • Training and Development:  In partnership with departmental managers, build and deliver training employee programs.  Support senior leaders in building professional development plans.  

  • Performance Management:  Develop and oversee implementation of performance management programs.  Provide advice and guidance around conflict resolution and disciplinary actions when necessary.

  • Compensation & Benefits:  Administer employee benefits and work with the Bookkeeper to ensure accurate payroll processing.

  • Compliance:  Ensure compliance with employment related laws and regulations.

  • Employee Engagement:  Foster a positive and inclusive work culture through employee engagement initiatives.

  • Record Keeping:  Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.

Administrative Responsibilities:

  • Password and System Access Management: Implement and manage a password management system; ensure team members are correctly enrolled or removed from systems.

  • Document Management:  Develop document management plans, policies, procedures and templates.

  • Training and Coaching:  Provide training and guidance to team members on document management procedures.

  • Accessibility & Confidentiality:  Manage document management process related to versioning, collaboration and confidentiality.

  • Workflows and Collaboration:  Support managers and teams in establishing efficient workflows and structures, providing guidance on process improvements and cross-departmental collaboration.

  • Office Management: Oversee daily administrative operations to maintain smooth office functionality and high productivity standards.

  • IT and Inventory Management: Maintain IT infrastructure and manage inventory of office supplies to support uninterrupted operations.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Proven experience in human resources management preferably in the hospitality industry.

  • Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

  • Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

  • Commitment to promoting a positive work environment.

  • Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with staff at all levels in the organization.

  • Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.

  • Experience with document management procedures, systems, and standards.

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.

  • Proficiency in HR software, Asana (or similar system) and Google Workspace applications.

  • Knowledge of document management standards and best practices.


Other Requirements:

  • Able to work both remotely and on-site, with on-site presence required at least twice weekly during peak operational periods.

  • Models the centre’s values at all times.

  • Successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector check.

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