Jana Esterka (Vanova), Cphr Candidate
About Jana Esterka (Vanova), Cphr Candidate
Jana Esterka (Vanova) is a Senior Coordinator of HR Governance at the First Nations Health Authority in Vancouver, Canada, where she has worked since 2019. She has a diverse background in human resources and auditing, with previous roles at Grafton Recruitment, KPMG Czech Republic, and Paladin Security Group Ltd.
Work at First Nations Health Authority
Jana Esterka (Vanova) has been employed at the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) since 2019, serving as the Senior Coordinator of HR Governance. In this role, she supports HR policy owners by documenting processes and stakeholders within Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Her responsibilities include creating procedural documents, guides, forms, letters, and templates that align with departmental standards and FNHA document conventions. She has contributed to improving HR documentation and processes within the organization.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to her current position, Jana worked in various roles within the HR and recruitment sectors. She served as a Recruitment Consultant at Grafton Recruitment in Prague from 2016 to 2017. She also held positions at Paladin Security Group Ltd, first as a Talent Sourcing Coordinator from 2017 to 2018 and then as an Employee Care Coordinator from 2018 to 2019, both in Vancouver. Additionally, she worked as a Recruitment Consultant at Swim Recruiting in 2017. Her earlier experience includes a two-year tenure as a Senior Auditor at KPMG Czech Republic from 2013 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Jana holds a Master's degree in Accounting and Finance from the Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, which she completed from 2009 to 2011. She also studied at ACCA, further enhancing her expertise in accounting and finance. Her education supports her strong foundation in HR governance and policy documentation, as well as her ability to conduct internal audits and engage with stakeholders for information verification.
HR Governance and Process Improvement
In her role at FNHA, Jana identifies gaps in current HR processes and recommends changes to enhance documentation such as SOPs, forms, and templates. She has a strong passion for learning and development in all areas of HR, which drives her commitment to improving organizational practices. Her experience in conducting internal audits equips her with the skills necessary to assess and refine HR processes effectively.