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Who you are
We are seeking a highly motivated individual who shares our values to join Weston Park Cancer Charity’s busy charity team. Our HR Manager will play a vital part in our team and help us to deliver our vision: a better life for those living with, and beyond, cancer in our region. If you are interested in progressing your career within an organisation which makes a real difference to the lives of thousands of people, we’d love to hear from you.
About you:
·You will be a forward thinking, team player with a ‘can do’ attitude & part of a fast-paced charity team
·You will have excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
·Able to manage your own workload and priorities to agreed deadlines
·Participate in and contribute to team meetings
·Co-operate and liaise with colleagues, working in a professional manner at all times
·Act as an ambassador for Weston Park Cancer Charity, reflecting the objectives and values, and to always work in the best interests of the charity.
·Support and encourage harmonious internal and external working relationships
·Make a positive contribution to volunteer involvement in delivering the charity’s strategy and raising the profile of Weston Park Cancer Charity
Main purpose of post
This role will lead the HR function of the charity, overseeing all aspects of day-to-day HR. You will be responsible for the end-to-end employee lifecycle processes including recruitment, onboarding, performance cycle co-ordination, talent development and off-boarding. You will support a culture of compassion, belonging and learning and development, so we can attract and retain the best people. It is our people who enable us to be there for people affected by cancer across South Yorkshire, Bassetlaw and North Derbyshire.
You will champion our people, making sure we offer an attractive place to work and package of support. You will support a culture where we focus on providing autonomy and belonging so every colleague can contribute their best.
This is the perfect role for anyone who sees the best in people and wants to support them to thrive, and who understands that strong employee engagement enables the charity to deliver on its strategic commitments.
Key Responsibilities
· Oversee and deliver end-to-end employee lifecycle processes including recruitment, onboarding, performance cycle co-ordination, talent development and off-boarding.
· Manage HR operations tasks in accordance with Employment law, e.g. HR policy updates and effective management of employee relations cases, with the support of external HR legal advisors
· Manage the evolution of Total Rewards (Employee Value Proposition) incl. benefits, career growth, reward & recognition and L&D.
· Champion and coordinate L&D for individual employees and wider staff initiatives e.g. training needs analysis, engaging training providers, arranging all staff aways days and training sessions
· Lead the staff survey with the support of an external coach, working with the CEO to implement feedback and learning
· Lead the Wellbeing working group to support employee engagement, making best use of the Employee Assistance programme and other support initiatives
· Act as an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion champion, ensuring HR policies and practices reflect the charity’s commitment to EDI
· Work with the Head of Finance and Resources to produce payroll monthly and to calculate annual pay awards
· Lead on annual leave guidance to colleagues, ensuring Bright HR (online HR system) is used effectively
· Produce monthly HR reports to show activity and trends
· Work with external HR legal advisors to perform market rate analysis of roles to ensure the charity remains competitive with other organisations within the sector
· Advise managers on appropriate methods to support the management of attendance, absence, ill health, and performance, as well as arranging the OH process.
· Provide employment related advice for employees, addressing and minimising concerns
· Keep HR files up to date and maintain confidentiality at all times
· Keep up to date with relevant employment law and good HR practice in the charity sector
· Attend and contribute to team meetings and 'away days' and be an active, invested member of our team
· Ability and willingness to travel throughout the region to attend charity fundraising events and outreach services
· Able to work flexibly, including working in the evenings and at weekends
General Responsibilities:
Every employee is required to:
• Adhere to, and comply with, organisational policies, procedures and guidelines at all times.
• Take all reasonable steps to manage and promote a safe and healthy working environment which is free from discrimination.
• Comply with the organisational policy on confidentiality, and the General Data Protection Regulations
• Respect the confidentiality and privacy of donors, guests and staff at all times.
• Maintain a constant awareness of health, welfare and safety issues affecting colleagues, patients, volunteers, visitors and themselves.
• Participate in personal and organisational training and development and performance framework meetings
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament is recruiting an Office and HR Manager.
We are looking for someone committed to CND’s aim to rid the world of nuclear weapons, who has strong organisational abilities, great inter-personal skills and experience of managing a busy office.
You will need experience in:
· human resource management, including performance appraisals and learning and development
· managing a busy office, building maintenance, managing security and health and safety
· organising large scale meetings
· managing, supporting and co-ordinating volunteers
· working within budgets according to agreed procedures
You’ll also need a good working knowledge of IT systems, databases, web content management systems and Microsoft Office suite.
For the full job description please refer to the attachment below.
The CND Office & Human Resources Manager is a full-time, London-based, post. Our office is situated in N7 with easy access to transport links. The salary is £40,603 per annum, and is subject to annual review.
Applications close on 21st November and in-person interviews are likely to take place take place w/c 25th November. Please apply using the application form attached below and please complete and attach our equality monitoring form with your application. Both are attached below.
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We’re Britain’s leading organisation for peace and anti-nuclear action
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are delighted to be advertising a key role at Borough Market, London’s historic food market. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small but highly dynamic senior Management team with responsibility for guiding the direction of a major institution.
To fill this position, we are looking for a relevant HR/Employment law degree and will be a CIPD qualified experienced professional who can help build a positive, supportive work culture that aligns with our new 2030 Strategic Plan. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Head of People will play an important role in shaping and transforming HR practices, defining new ways of working, and supporting the rest of the leadership team in strengthening relationships across the organisation.
Head of People
The successful applicant will have experience and knowledge covering the entire HR remit, be able to develop an exciting people strategy, be a dynamic team member with a passion for food and people, and demonstrate a good understanding of the unique challenges of working in a market environment. If you have the skills, energy and passion to join us on this exciting journey, we would love to hear from you.
Closing date for applications is the 17th November 2024.
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We are looking for a skilled HR Officer who will recruit, support and develop talent through policies and managing procedures. You will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day and administrative tasks required within the People Department and you’ll contribute to making the company a better place to work. The aim of this role will be to provide excellent assistance and support to employees and managers.
If you are passionate about HR and highly efficient, we would love to hear from you.
What you will do:
- Support the development and implementation of HR initiatives and systems
- Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on policies and procedures
- Be actively involved in recruitment by preparing job descriptions alongside recruiting managers, posting job advertisements and managing the hiring process
- Oversee the creation and implementation of effective onboarding plans including induction
- Ensure all agreed training is provided and implemented throughout the year
- Assist line managers in performance management processes
- Support the management of disciplinary and grievance issues
- Review payroll and pension requirements on a monthly basis
Team Structure:
You will be joining a People team as a team leader, responsible for the line management of our passionate HR Assistant who will work with you on monthly payroll and pensions, employee onboarding, training, and people data.
You will report into our Head of People and Culture who will work with you to identify trends, provide strategic direction, shape policy and act as a first point of escalation for any cases you may have to work through.
You will work alongside our talented Volunteering People Manager who provides key HR support to our volunteer community including building robust processes, handling any complaints or issues, managing volunteer engagement and supporting with Diversity, Equality and Inclusion.
About you
We are seeking a passionate HR professional who has or is working towards a CIPD qualification (level 3- 5), or has the equivalent experience in human resources.
Knowledge of HRIS and payroll systems would be beneficial and experience with payroll would be preferable so that you are able to provide key support to our HR Assistant with this process.
A strong understanding of the Employee lifecycle and all aspects of HR, strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to manage difficult conversations and conflict, and being friendly and approachable are all skills that we seek for this role.
What can we offer you?
- 24 ½ days annual leave + Bank Holidays
- Free CSSC Membership
- 90 minutes of wellbeing time, per week
- Flexible working (remote and office based)
- Excellent company pension schemes available
- Training and Development opportunities
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
About us:
We are a not-for-profit membership organisation with over 130,000 members. Our vision is to inspire our members to explore new ways to be active and healthy. Our four organisation values are Passionate, Progressive, Supportive and Social.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: From £30,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday (Hybrid, working within the office 3 days a week)
Ability to commute/relocate:
- High Wycombe: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
We are a not-for-profit, membership, organisation for over 124,000 colleagues from the civil service and public sector.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for someone to join us as our HR Officer and who wants a flexible HR role. Although this role reports to the HR Manager, the HR Manager’s role is significantly part-time and whilst they will provide support and direction, day-to-day activities will be carried out by the HR Officer. This role gives the successful candidate the opportunity to shape their own role.
On a day to day basis, you will be the first point of contact for managers across the organisation when they need support and assistance with a range of employment issues across the employment lifecycle. These include but aren’t limited to co-coordinating HR activities, for example EDI, recruitment, disciplinary hearings, and grievances (under the direction of the HR manager).
More specifically, key tasks will include:
Recruitment: all the way through the process from identification of the vacancy to on-boarding and probation and everything in-between!
Management of HR Information System, including inputting data into it and production of regular data packs
Preparing and amending where necessary HR documents, including staff handbook, policies and other HR documents
Working with the Finance Department by providing the relevant employee information including new starters and leavers
Working with our Happiness Officer ensuring the annual staff survey is completed and analysed in a timely manner and other wellbeing activities.
You also need to be flexible as there are likely to be other HR duties you will get involved in.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are delighted to be working with a charity that works towards a world where trans, non-binary and gender questioning people live healthy, safe and fulfilled lives to find a temporary, part time (14 hours per week) HR Officer to cover on a rolling weekly basis for up to 3 months. This is a fully remote position with access to their London office space (if required).
You will report to the Director of Central Support Services, but be task-managed for some elements by the Finance and Central Services Manager.
You will have an understanding and respect for trans individuals, communities and identities.
You will be responsible for supporting colleagues across a range of tasks & systems including DBS checks, sick leave, Access to Work, Occupational Health Assessments, Annual leave. You will also have experience of supporting with ER cases in a previous role.
Being first point of contact (via a new HR inbox) for HR enquiries across the organisation, from staff and line managers. You will offer support via video calls as required to help colleagues navigate systems/ deal with live situations.
You will also be supporting the planned migration to a new HRIS (Factorial) – including data entry from existing spreadsheets and liaising with staff to fill in any gaps/ chase missing paperwork.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a call to brief you on the role. We are looking forward to connecting with you.
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The HR & Administration Assistant will support the HR team in providing an efficient and streamlined service to WHAG for all HR-related administrative tasks. This role has a wide remit which includes the efficient and effective smooth running of WHAG’s HR functions enabling WHAG services to be delivered and being an effective team member, You will act as an integral part of the HR Team offering support to the wider organisation.
WHAG is a leading charity delivering quality support services to vulnerable homeless women, young parents and women men and their families who are affected by domestic abuse, across the of North West England. Improving the safety and life opportunities of the people who use our services and supporting them in their recovery.
We support the people we work with to overcome the experiences they have had. We empower them to build up the skills and resources they need to take control of their own lives, access a tenancy of their own and maintain a quality of life in the long term. We give them the information they need to make positive choices about their futures.
As well as delivering courses to our staff WHAG delivers Healthy relationship training to employers and schools to assist in the education and prevention of Domestic abuse.
Our Vision - To support and empower vulnerable women and those affected by domestic abuse.
Our Mission - End Domestic Abuse, Homelessness, and relationship breakdown.
Our Values - Empowerment, Choice, Change, Strength
Guiding Principles - Our guiding principles help define how we will act at all times through the development and delivery of WHAG in the future.
Please provide a cover letter regarding how your meet the person specification.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for an enthusiastic HR and Office Administrator with great people skills to be a part of our core Head Office team.
The successful candidate will be willing to get involved in all aspects of our work and thrive in a role engaging with staff all over the country and supporting great internal communications.
Working closely with our CEO and Senior Management Team, a key part of the role is ensuring that we have effective organisational governance, contracting and HR systems in place. You will also support all aspects of HR, working with our HR Advisor to support recruitment processes, staff checks, induction, and development for our staff team.
The successful applicant will have excellent people skills, the ability to develop and maintain administrative organisational systems, and be happy getting involved in a range of different work. Experience of the charity sector, and experience of supporting HR, would be an asset but are not essential.
Working days are flexible but likely to require Wednesdays.
Our team of doctors, nurses and other professional staff provide expert care and support for local people with terminal or life-limiting illnesses and their families, in the hospice and at home. We not only take care of patients' physical needs, we consider their emotional, spiritual and social needs too; and we support families and close friends, both during illness and in bereavement.
We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and people-focussed HR professional to lead our HR team, providing a highly effective HR service to our senior leadership and management teams.
Salary £36,626 - £39,503 per annum
(dependent upon experience, pro rata for part time)
Full or Part Time: 30 - 37.5 hours per week
(to be agreed with successful candidate)
This is generalist HR management role, so you’ll be responsible for ensuring effectiveness and driving improvement across all areas of the employment lifecycle, as well as providing expert HR knowledge and advice to our management and leadership teams.
The HR Manager will also lead the development and delivery of our workforce strategy and contribute to the strategic direction and day to day operational management of the hospice as a key member of the management team.
You will work collaboratively with others across our multidisciplinary workforce on a number of initiatives and projects, helping to ensure we achieve our aim of being a Great Place to Work.
What you need:
The successful candidate will be qualified to CIPD level 7 (or working towards this / have equivalent experience), along with substantial experience working in a HR generalist role. You will need to have a strong commitment to the vision and values of Bolton Hospice, and be able to demonstrate these values in the way that you work. You will have strong communication, relationship-building and organisational skills, coupled with an excellent knowledge of employment legislation, and experience in providing expert HR advice to senior teams.
Why Bolton Hospice?
You will be working in a skilled and dedicated team, with flexible working and some home working considered. We offer our employees generous annual leave (35 days a year including bank holidays, rising to 40 days with long service), a contributory stakeholder pension scheme, life assurance, membership of a healthcare cash plan and excellent training opportunities.
Closing Date for Applications: Sunday 10th November 2024
Interviews: Friday 22nd November 2024
Bolton Hospice welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marital status or sexual orientation. Any appointment will be made on merit alone. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check. Bolton Hospice has a No Smoking Policy.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an experienced HR Manager looking to join a reputable charity that meets the needs of the local community?
YMCA East Surrey is looking for an enthusiastic, well-organised and experienced HR Manager who has sound organisational skills, is an expert in managing a team who leads by example.
The HR Manager will have a strong understanding and experience of implementing recruitment good practice, HR systems and processes, and payroll administration.
They will also have excellent communication skills, an ability to provide outstanding customer service alongside exceptional attention to detail.
Job Purpose: – Support the Senior Leadership Team with the implementation of YMCA East Surrey (YMCA ES) corporate strategy and, providing operational leadership to the HR team to ensure a professional and proactive HR service that fully supports the operational priorities of YMCA ES.
Hours of work: 35 hours per week. Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.
Location: Hillbrook House, 68 Brighton Road, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 6QT .
Annual leave: Five weeks plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time workers) Holidays increase after two years’ service to a maximum of six weeks after six years’ service. (pro-rata for part time workers)
The holiday year runs from 1 April to 31 March each year.
Benefits:
Free Gym Membership: The post holder will be entitled to free use of the YMCA East Surrey fitness centre in Redhill and half price YMCA childcare for dependents.
Free Parking : There is free parking available at all our delivery site. YMCA East Surrey also operates a Bike to Work Scheme.
Pension Scheme: There is a YMCA East Surrey pension scheme - details available on request.
Closing date & interviews:
Closing Date : 31st October 2024
Interviews: 8th November 2024
Main Responsibilities:
– Provide professional and operational HR leadership to the HR team, ensuring that the HR team has clear objectives and associated work plans, perform to the highest standards and continues to be seen as a proactive, customer focussed and trusted partner to colleagues across YMCA ES at all levels.
– Provide leadership and direction to the team to ensure appropriate, effectively risk managed and legally compliant management of Employee Relations issues on behalf of YMCA ES.
– Plan, develop and manage the delivery of HR projects.
– Lead on employee reward, ensuring that pay and benefits are fit for purpose, respond to organisational needs, enable us to recruit and retain high quality staff, and are robust and legally compliant, while ensuring effective cost controls.
– Have operational responsibility for Safeguarding regarding HR practices to ensure a strong and supportive safeguarding culture with appropriately robust systems, processes, understanding and engagement across YMCA ES.
– Ensure all HR processes are Lean, business focused and maximise the capability of the HRIS and other systems.
– Oversee the organisational monthly payroll process (delivered by the HR team), ensuring it is processed accurately, on time and meets statutory obligations.
– Manage the effective identification and selection and oversight of HR service providers and consultants, ensuring that contracts and service delivery meet specified requirements, are effective and value for money
– Understand UK, sector-wide and wider emerging HR issues, assessing their HR implications for YMCA ES and advising on/developing appropriate organisational approaches. Represent YMCA ES within the sector, and more widely where relevant, developing and maintaining a network of external contacts for effective engagement and collaboration.
– Ensure the provision of timely and accurate management information and analysis, reports to Trustees, Senior Leadership Team, Senior Managers, and external bodies to support appropriate decisions and actions.
– Any other duties are required to be performed within the grade and renumeration of the role.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and adults. This role will require an Enhanced DBS disclosure with barred for children and vulnerable adults. We require you to understand and demonstrate this commitment and attend any required training.
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Charming school located in Chadwell Heath, surrounded by good transport links
Your new role
- Provide a Trust HR administration and payroll liaison service; acting as the point of contact for contractual and Payroll queries.
- Administrator for academy and trust recruitment and selection, ensuring adherence to legislation, best practice and Trust policies. This includes writing and placing adverts, arranging shortlisting and interview packs; liaison with candidates and managers.
- Carry out defined safer recruitment and vetting checks.
- Preparing information for and administration for the Single Central Record (SCR).
- Administer starter/leaver contractual change processes including letters of appointment, statement of particulars, induction/ starter packs, ID badges, payroll set up and amendments, contract change letters and exit questionnaires.
- Responsible for all payroll processes and any relevant pension administration.
- Process contractual paperwork in accordance with Policy templates and Trust toolkits, working with the Director of People and Academy Principals on any bespoke requirements.
- Upload weekly absences onto relevant software i.e Access People, MIS, Activ Absence, SAS Insurance Portal.
What you'll need to succeed
- Be immediately available
- Have recently undergone an Enhanced DBS
- Experience in an HR team in Education
What you need to do now
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POSITION OVERVIEW
The Avenues Youth Project is recruiting a part-time HR Manager who will work to manage all aspects of the employee lifecycle across our youth centre. This standalone HR position reports to the Chief Executive and will manage and continue to develop all HR practices and processes, working with the various managers to improve the quality of working life at The Avenues. This role is crucial in ensuring the organisation attracts, recruits, develops and retains high-performing team members.
Ideally you will have experience of working as an HR Manager, we recognise that some elements of the role can be learned. Therefore, this role could suit someone who has solid HR experience at an Administrator level but who is proactive and self-sufficient.
ABOUT THE AVENUES YOUTH PROJECT
The Avenues Youth Project is an exceptional youth club that guides disadvantaged children and young people to explore and develop new skills, connect with their peers and our trusted staff, and find their confidence. The Avenues offers free-to-access fun and meaningful after-school and holiday activities led by trained youth workers. Our excellent facilities include training kitchen, music recording studio, podcasting studio, arts and craft room, sports hall and classrooms.
We currently have an active membership of over 1,100 children and young people, and are open 6 days a week, 48 weeks a year. We hold London Youth's Gold Award, the mark of excellence in our sector.
Our Vision
We believe that every child and young person should have the opportunities to realise their potential, whatever their life circumstances.
Our Mission
Our mission is to deliver high quality recreation activities and skills training to young people in West London, to help them fulfil their potential and boost their long-term outcomes.
Our Values
Our values are:
1. SAFE + COMPASSIONATE 2. POSITIVE + JOYFUL 3. EMPOWERING 4. TRUSTWORTHY 5. COMMITTED to COMMUNITY
These values are at the heart of what The Avenues does and all staff are expected to live up to them at all times.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Recruitment
Lead on recruitment, including drafting job descriptions, conducting interviews, and managing the selection process. Pre-employment (including Enhanced DBS) and Right to Work checks.
Support managers in attracting and retaining staff who have the necessary motivation, values, skills and tools to deliver.
Design and conduct induction programmes for new employees so that they feel valued and ready to “hit the ground running”. Regularly review content to ensure that it is fit for purpose.
Development and Retention
Develop and co-ordinate supervision and appraisal processes to ensure consistency and high performance
Develop a skills matrix and identify training needs on an individual basis and across the organisation. Be responsible for building the training programme, including rollout and delivery (either in-house, or via approved external providers) so that employees receive relevant training in a timely manner on a regular basis.
Work with line managers to identify the ambitions and goals of employees so that relevant career focused training can be delivered, enabling high retention for The Avenues.
Engagement
Staff wellbeing: champion and implement initiatives to support mental health, work-life balance, and team cohesion. Staff reward or other motivational scheme.
Instilling values across the HR process; from contracts to supervisions to recognition scheme.
Maximise Employment Hero/Swag to keep employees engaged and up to date.
Initiate and conduct bi-annual staff surveys
Reporting and payroll
Manage timesheets and ensure clocking in/out is correctly observed.
Work with Finance Manager on monthly payroll
Analyse people related metrics and data to identify trends. Provide regular reporting to the CE on various metrics and identify areas for improvement, along with recommendations.
Compliance
Liaise with HR provider to ensure compliance with latest employment legislation.
Ensure that all employee and freelancer contracts comply with current laws and policies. Set up and maintain employee personnel files.
In conjunction with HR provider, Neathouse, conduct regular reviews of employment policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure compliance and best practice. Communicate any changes to the workforce as needed.
Champion EDI across the organisation and ensure that EDI is embedded in all people related processes across the organisation.
In the event of conflict, to support both the employee and line manager by ensuring there is a process for dispute resolution that is legally compliant, and to help identify solutions.
Review and implement a plan to ensure compliance with the Worker Protection Act, to ensure that Avenues meet requirements and can demonstrate ongoing compliance.
Other reasonable duties that may be required to achieve business requirements.
Person Specification.
Past experience working in an HR role, preferably with CIPD5
Strong written skills with ability to draft policies, procedures and reports.
Good coaching and mentoring skills.
A proactive and can-do approach towards work tasks.
Open communication style, with ability to communicate at all levels in an organisation.
Up to date knowledge of UK employment law legislation.
Experience in recruitment and selection, including competency based interviewing and selection skills.
Experience in advising and supporting management of grievance and disciplinary investigations.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Avenues Youth Project is an Equal Opportunities employer, committed to building an environment that celebrates diversity and tackles all forms of discrimination. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. Avenues Youth Project puts the safety of our members first. Candidates are subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check, Right to Work checks and references.
To apply, please click Quick Apply and you will be asked to submit an email a CV and cover letter, explaining clearly why you are interested in the role and suited to it.
Closing date for application: 3rd November 2024
First stage of interviews: w/c 11th November 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking a highly experienced global HR Director to join our international charity client for a period of 12 months. You will be reporting into our Chief Executive and leading a large and well established HR team. As an organisation we have a broad global reach, operating in several continents, so experience of operating internationally is essential, with a strong preference for previous experience in the charity sector as well.
This role is a key part of our Senior Leadership Team and you will act as a key Business Partner to our Chief Executive, so we are looking for a strategic leader with significant experience of leading large teams, with an understanding of a context of change and transformation also highly desirable.
This role is London based with hybrid working, it is also to start ASAP so please get in touch immediately if you would like to know more.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Develop and drive a comprehensive HR strategy that aligns with IRRI’s global objectives and enhances organizational effectiveness across its global operations
- Provide visionary leadership for the global HR function, including talent acquisition, performance management, and compensation and benefits, to ensure the institute attracts, develops, and retains top talent. Work with the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Head of Productivity, Systems and Innovation to develop the strategy and its process of implementation
- Foster a culture of engagement and continuous improvement, optimizing global resource alignment and organizational structure to support IRRI’s mission
- Oversee the seamless delivery of HR functions across IRRI’s global network, ensuring that HR services and programs are effective and responsive to the needs of diverse geographical locations
- Champion a transparent and efficient talent acquisition strategy to secure the best candidates for IRRI’s diverse and multi-national teams
- Lead the implementation of a performance management system that promotes transparency, accountability, and professional growth, tailored to the global context
- Guide the design and implementation of competitive compensation and benefits packages that attract and retain top talent, considering regional variations and global standards
- Modernize IRRI’s HR Policies in close coordination with the Head of Policy Development and ensure they’re fit for purpose, adaptive to meet organizational needs and the changing environment in which IRRI operates
- Partner with senior management to identify HR priorities and ensure HR strategies support the institute's mission and vision
- Advocate for diversity and inclusion in the workforce, aligning HR strategies with IRRI’s commitment to equality and global representation.
- Represent IRRI HR interests in the CGIAR People & Culture Community of Practice and associated high level forums through appropriate engagement and influence in system level activities
- Advocate to Leaders and supervisors on the best course of action in resolving sensitive personnel matters and escalated issues
- Champion initiatives to enhance employee satisfaction and engagement across all global locations. Develop and implement strategies that improve employee well-being, work-life balance, and overall job satisfaction, tailored to the diverse needs of IRRI’s workforce
- Ensure IRRI’s processes and HR strategy is in sync with the Tripartite HR plans and is aligned with the OneCGIAR Risk Framework
- Oversee the development and execution of comprehensive onboarding and off-boarding programs that ensure a seamless integration and transition for employees. Ensure these programs are culturally sensitive and aligned with IRRI’s global HR standards
- Align the performance appraisal process with IRRI’s strategic objectives, ensuring that performance evaluations are conducted consistently and fairly across all locations. Foster a culture of accountability and professional growth, using performance data to drive talent development and organizational improvement
- Lead continuous improvement efforts for HR systems and processes. Identify opportunities to streamline HR operations, reduce manual transactions, and enhance the efficiency of HR services. Implement technological solutions that provide real-time data and insights to support decision-making and strategic planning
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in HR leadership, preferably in an international or research-oriented organization
Skills Required
Mandatory
- Proven ability to develop and execute global HR strategies aligned with organizational goals
- Strong expertise in talent acquisition, performance management, compensation, and benefits administration
- Demonstrated success in leading and managing HR teams across diverse geographic and cultural backgrounds
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- Sound understanding of HR best practices, local labor laws, and international HR standards
- Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of other languages would be beneficial
Preferred
- Having experience of working in Africa will be an added advantage
- Accredited Professional Qualification (CIPD, SHRM, PHR, or equivalent)
IRRI offers a highly extensive employee benefits package inclusive of globally-covered medical insurance, retirement plan, life and accident insurance, joining and separation travels, home leave, housing support, and other allowances.
Join our team and be part of our story!
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
This position will remain open until filled.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This role is to ensure the College meets its strategic financial and planning goals and objectives by being responsible for the day-to-day operations, including finance, HR, IT, fundraising and development, secretarial & governance and administration. The role is a senior position and the successful candidate will be a member of the Senior Management Team.
About Leo Baeck College
Leo Baeck College is a preeminent institution of Jewish scholarship and learning, combining inspirational, high calibre teaching with a commitment to developing rabbis, other professionals, and lay leaders who will build sustainable, accessible, and thriving Progressive Jewish communities.
The College campus is situated on a seven-acre site in the heart of North London with good transport links to central London. On site, LBC occupies a Grade II listed building where classrooms, seminar rooms, student study rooms and offices are located, along with a cafe.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Finance - Oversee the charity's financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, student finances, financial reporting, preparing the content of the annual Trustees Report & management of the College’s investment portfolio. Supervise and manage third party finance services.
• Fundraising & Development - Support the Principal in developing and delivering the fundraising strategy. Maintain strong relationships with key partners, including donors, alumni and students.
• Strategic Planning & Implementation - Liaise closely with the Principal, Governors and Senior Management Team to develop and implement the strategic plan.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of Leo Baeck College, ensuring that all activities are aligned with the charity's mission and strategic objectives. Supervise one staff member in general administration and facilities management for the site & College premises.
• Governance & Compliance – Strategic oversight to ensure the College adheres to all relevant legal and regulatory requirements including, but not limited to, GDPR, Companies House & the Charity Commission. Liaise and deal with legal and insurance matters.
• HR – Responsible for all HR activities including, but not limited to, contracts, appraisals, performance management, payroll & recruitment. Management of the College’s HR system.
• IT – Responsible for the management of third party contractor ensuring the IT needs of the College are met.
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