Sharon Vien

Experience

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  Tilden Rent-a-Car, Montreal

  Jan 1984 - Jan 1990

  National Training Manager

  Key ActivitiesReporting to the President, managed the company's National Training and Consumer Affairs department on behalf of clients, management and employeesRepresented Tilden at national and international corporate conventions and meetingsChaired senior management convention committee meetingsAssisted in design of all associated marketing and promotional requirementsCoordinated all convention logisticsCollaborated in development of trade show exhibitsSupervised team of support staffDeveloped and implemented training programs for customer service agents Canada-wideWorked in partnership with colleagues and international affiliates to respond to queries from both domestic and international clientsCompiled annual statistical reports for use by Tilden managers across Canada. Show less

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  National Capital Commission

  Jan 1990 - Mar 1998

  Internal Communications Advisor

  Managed NCC employee survey on Performance Management preferences in partnership with Concordia UniversityDeveloped, wrote and promoted, a new corporate Performance Management Policy and accompanying handbook for employees entitled Managing Performance in PartnershipDesigned and delivered training workshops for NCC employees and supervisors on performance feedback and new employee orientationPerformed research and designed the successful Chairman’s Award Program with over 100 employeesManaged the Employee Assistance Program and all associated marketing and promotionOrchestrated all activities leading to the implementation of large scale corporate functions such as the Chairman's Meetings (ranging in size from 500-1000);Supervised support staffDeveloped and marketed a corporate internal communications policyCollaborated with colleagues and business partners in the development of corporate communications strategies for Workforce Adjustment Show less

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  Federal Government of Canada

  Jan 1990 - Jan 2016

  Manager, Human Resources
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  Elections Canada

  Jul 1998 - Apr 2000

  Senior Advisor

  Designed and implemented the Career Assignment Program in partnership with managementResearched, designed and marketed the Corporate Awards ProgramDeveloped the Performance Management and Employee Orientation programsDirected and delivered presentations in support of new HR programsWrote Executive Committee submissionsDelivered presentations to senior managementAssisted in the execution of an Employment Systems ReviewAnalysed results and presented conclusions to senior management and to the Canadian Human Rights Commission. Show less

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  Canadian Food Inspection Agency

  Jun 2001 - Oct 2009

  Manager, Human Resources Planning and Programs

  Key ActivitiesManaged the HR Planning and Programs TeamManaged the analysis, presentation and implementation action plan for two PSES employee surveysWorked in partnership with Health Canada, and PHAC to develop a People Management Plan in support of the Food and Consumer Safety Action PlanManaged the development and implementation of the Agency's Renewal Plan 2008-13 and the Agency's Human Resources Strategy 2003-2008Managed the Workplace Wellness Program, inlcuding the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Advanced the integration of human resource and business planning activities, Agency wide, through client consultation and the development of new systems and tools Developed and implemented division policies and programs Provided HR support and advice to senior management Implemented the first Agency-wide succession planning projectManaged the corporate planning and reporting process towards the production of annual reports including the Departmental Performance Report and Report on Plans and PrioritiesCoordinated the corporate awards program including all activities leading to the successful implementation of the President's National Awards. Show less

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  Natural Resources Canada

  Nov 2009 - Jan 2013

  NRCan Project Lead on the TBS department-wide initiative: Common Human Resources Business Process (CHRBP)Advanced CHRBP Process Analysis exceeding targets, resulting in NRCan being in lead position Government of Canada-wide Consulted with key stakeholders towards the development of the CHRBP Project Proposal and Project Charter Developed Steering Committee Terms of Reference and acted as Secretariat for committeeDeveloped Communications Strategy in consultation with partnersManaged support staff Show less Key ActivitiesEffective and efficient delivery of the Executive Performance and Talent Management Program on behalf of NRCan executives.•Led the implementation of the Career Transition Directive for Executives•Ensured effective management of NRCan executive talent through the implementation of innovative programs and services in order to maintain and enhance NRCan’s reputation as a Public Service leader in talent management•Executed the Secretariat role to advance the work of the Executive Classification Committee including working in partnership with stakeholders and management•Supported the development and implementation of the Branch Business Plan•Contributed to the Departmental response on MAF•Liaised with OCHRO to ensure effective execution of public service wide policies and tools related to executive performance management. Show less

  • Human Resources Manager

    Sept 2012 - Jan 2013

  • Senior Advisor

    Nov 2009 - Aug 2012
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  Natural Resources Canada | Ressources naturelles Canada

  Jan 2014 - now

  Project Lead Data AnalyticsRespond to departmental and central agency people management requirements using workforce analytics approachProduce Performance Management compliance reports and interpretations for senior managementMonitor succession planning risks and implement key position analysis tool department wide resulting in 56% improvement in position vacancyRespond to internal audit recommendationsImplement consultative approach to PSES departmental analysis and response to employee survey resultsRespond to central agency workforce analytics requirements with timely and accurate data, analysis and interpretationLead team of analysts and advisors to achieve superior results. Show less • Manage the department-wide implementation of the TBS Performance Management Program• Strategically implement integrated human resources planning and talent management, including succession planning and key position analysis• Conceptualize innovative tools and approaches to modernize HR and improve organizational performance• Execute all deliverables associated with the Public Service Employee Survey• Work with clients and stakeholders to produce accurate and timely reporting to central agencies (i.e.: MAF)• Manage a team to achieve optimum productivity and results Show less

  • Director, Office of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility

    Jan 2023 - now

  • Manager, HR Planning and Data Analytics

    Oct 2018 - now

  • Project Lead, Data Analytics, Human Resources

    Oct 2015 - Oct 2018

  • Manager, Integrated Talent Management

    Jan 2014 - Nov 2015