Aurora Lelaj Lelaj

About the Candidate

AURORA LELAJ
Ottawa, ON
416 890 8759 a-lelaj@live.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/auroralelaj
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
• Post-Graduate Certificate in “Human Resources Management”
• Certificate in “Public Administration Program”
• Confident & good knowledge of Canadian Employment Law, Human Rights, and Labour Relations
• Facilitating experience in AODA training (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act)
• Over 4 years of experience in admin, client service, full-cycle recruitment, postings, etc.
• 10+ years’ experience heavily in education
• Computer skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Proficient & written communication skills in English, Italian, and good knowledge of French
WORK EXPERIENCE
Human Resources & Payroll Officer
Ottawa Hospital Research Institute – Ottawa, ON May 2022 – Present
• Prepare employment contracts for new hires and internal changes in an accurate and timely
manner
• Execute employee onboarding and contract renewals for, admin staff, grant-funded employees,
postdoctoral fellows, and trainees.
• Provide specialized guidance on salary determination and assist with salary negotiations.
• Ensure annual increases are processed as required
• Review, analyze and make recommendations to resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Oversee payroll-related functions and work with HR and Payroll Assistants to ensure the proper
processing of weekly payroll.
• Maintain all HR records and update employee files.
• Provide information related to policies, procedures, practices, benefit entitlements, and
organization policies and procedures
• Manage administration of group benefit and retirement plans
• Process employee terminations ensuring they comply with the Employment Standards Act and
OHRI policies.
• Assist in implementing the best HR programs, policies, practices, and compliance.
Human Resources & Payroll Assistant
Ottawa Hospital Research Institute – Ottawa, ON Mar 2021 – Apr 2022
• Provided day-to-day operational support to the entire Human Resources team on all facets of HR
• Processed payroll on a bi-weekly basis (Workforce ESP)
• Supported the HR team in the timely administration of yearly projects such as (the Long Service
Awards and the Canada Summer Jobs program)
• Assisted with new hire orientation and Employee Learner Module requirements
• Processed paperwork for unpaid individuals
• Assisted with weekly and monthly reports and audits
• Data entry for new hires and contract renewals
• Monitored the HR inbox(s) and distributed emails to the appropriate HR Officer

Human Resources Coordinator
Abrams Towing – Toronto, ON Oct 2019 – March 2020
• Reported to the HR Manager to advise on the functional area.
• Provided administrative support to the HR department, as needed, in areas such as research,
record-keeping, file maintenance, and HRIS entry (Workday)
• Maintained records of personnel-related data in both paper and the database and ensure all
employment requirements are met
• Ensured that effective and up-to-date health and safety at work regulatory framework is
maintained
• Stayed current on governmental requirements and laws in their functional area.
• Supported the recruitment/hiring process by posting jobs, sourcing candidates,
performing background checks, assisting in shortlisting, issuing employment contracts, etc.
• Interacted professionally and communicate well with all the staff
• Conduct and supervise training and development programs through Mindflash for employees.
Human Resources Development Officer – Co-op Position
Evangel Hall Mission, Toronto, ON May 2019 – Aug 2019
• Developed a new staff Orientation Guide and Onboarding process
• Provided tools and recommendation practices to develop and monitor accommodation plans
• Implemented a performance review program for staff
• Delivered training to staff, to ensure understanding of participation in these processes
Restaurant Manager May 2016 – July 2018 The Prince Edward Restaurant, Charlottetown, PEI
• Managed the restaurant for the procurement of Customer service, Health & Safety
• Directly responsible for full recruitment activities, including screening, resumes and interviewing
alongside the restaurant owner
• Developed interview questions and acted as a panel member for all interviews
• Responsible for Day-to-Day operations and able to multi-task duties, schedule, inventory
English teacher Jan 2006 – April 2016 Gr 3 – Gr 12 (Elementary / Secondary / High school – Public school)
Regional Educational Directory, Gjirokaster, Albania
• Taught English as a second language for 10 years to youth aged 9-18
• Taught students using a systematic plan of lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations, and
difficult accommodation needs
• Evaluated progress, need to assess students, and discussed results with co-workers, parents,
stakeholders, and management office
• Prepared and implemented remedial programs for students requiring extra help
• Participated in staff meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops with new
teaching methods
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:
Secondary school “Andon Zako Cajupi,” Gjirokaster, Albania Sept 2013 – Ap 2016 Educator volunteer
• Guided mentored and leaded new students from the university to ensure their skills for their future profession
• Coached, educated, and trained in procedures and policies in the education area Gjirokaster, Albania

EDUCATION
CHRP – in progress
Public Administration Program
World Skills Employment Centre
Permanent Education, Ottawa, ON
• Intensive French Programme – Level 5
Client Service Excellence
Human Resource Management – Post Graduate Certificate
Oct 2021 – Dec 2021 Oct 2020 – Mar 2021
Aug 15, 2019
Sep 2018 – Aug 2019
George Brown College, Toronto, ON
• Employment Law, Human Rights, Labour relationships, Compensation, Accounting,
Recruitment & Selection, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Health & Safety, Organization Effectiveness, Training and Development, HR Planning, etc.
Bachelor of Education, Major: English Sep 2000 – July 2004 University Eqrem Cabej, Gjirokaster, Albania
• Heavily focused on English literature, grammar, writing skills, history, counseling Canada Equivalency “WES” – Bachelor’s degree (four years) in English Education