Vice President of Human Resources

Gap Adventures, a world leader in adventure travel, has grown from a one-man show to an award winning company of over 700 employees spread across seven continents. Gap Adventures offers more than 1,000 small group experiences, safaris and expeditions on all seven continents to more than 100,000 travelers a year.

Gap Adventures has received recognition for a number of awards including being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers and Canada's Ten Best Employers for Young People. Gap Adventures has been awarded one of Canada's Top 50 Best Managed Companies and was voted the #1 "Do-It-All" Tour Operator on Earth by National Geographic Adventure Magazine. They strive to show their travelers the real world by taking them off the beaten track to the heart of the destination, and to meet the locals who call it home.

Position Overview:

Do you love changing people's lives? Are you an innovative thinker who can incorporate progressive HR policies and functions into a dynamic, entrepreneurial company that has worldwide operations? Can you embrace the bizarre and allow it to flourish whilst promoting and driving a supportive and positive company culture? Gap Adventures is looking for an enthusiastic and energetic Vice President of Human Resources who is ready to roll up their sleeves and apply their extensive experience in international operations to a fast paced and exciting organization.

Responsibilities:

This is a unique career-defining opportunity to lead and manage the human resources division of a global adventure travel business. The primary purpose is to develop Human Resources strategies, programs, and tactical direction across the organization.

Qualifications:

• We're on the look out for a candidate with a post secondary education degree in Human Resources Management and CHRP designation.
• An MBA will be an asset but is not essential.
• To succeed in this role, you must have a minimal of 10 years Human Resources experience with at least five years at a management level.
• You will have experience working in an international organization that has remote offices and employees in various locations.
• Due to the global nature of this role, you'll require an extensive understanding of international labour laws and international employment procedures.
• We are looking for a talented leader with experience in strategic planning and execution particularly developing and implementing HR plans and processes covering a geographically dispersed organization undergoing aggressive growth.
• Gap Adventures requires a person who can apply their proven track record of successfully leading an international team to support the organization's preferences and priorities.

Compensation:  The successful candidate will enjoy an attractive remuneration package to be negotiated based on suitable experience. You will also enjoy access to Gap Adventure's diverse and comprehensive range of employee benefits including:

• Generous medical and dental plan, and a comprehensive employee assistance program;
• Exceptional vacation program and paid time off;
• A friendly, dynamic, and unique young team culture, with various Corporate Social Events;
• Casual, flexible working environment with unlimited potential and recognition;
• Discount travel benefits available; 
• Global career advancement / travel opportunities.

To Apply:

Do you have passion for travel and the zest for adventure?  If you are an energetic team player who loves changing peoples' lives, apply now!  Note: Deadline for applications is May 17, 2010.  If you would like to submit your resume for our perusal, please email it to us.