People & Culture Partner, Global HQ

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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. JOB OVERVIEW The P&C Partner, Global Headquarters, will provide strategic partnering regarding all aspects of our People & Culture (P&C) function to an assigned group of executives, their management teams, and staff at all levels in our global headquarter departments who design, govern, and implement global policies, services and support. This role reports to the Sr. Director for RAI (Resettlement, Asylum & Integration), Europe & Global Headquarters, and is a vital member of the cross-discipline, global P&C team. Active participation and leadership are expected to ensure success in collaboration with the P&C Technical Units, the team of P&C Partners, and other functional departments. This role currently supports the following departments, but may change over time: Finance, Office of General Counsel, Ethics & Compliance, and Research & Innovation. We are looking for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced organization, can flex between strategic and tactical responsibilities in their day-to-day work and who enjoys working with people from different cultures. Our work is fluid and can shift quickly, but those who enjoy this type of role are client-focused, creative problem solvers that balance employee and organizational needs and are inspired by knowing they are helping people achieve our mission. The P&C Partner, Global HQ will actively participate in and support continuous improvement projects to stabilize and strengthen our HR practices in-line with advancing our people strategy. Major Responsibilities: Model, promote and uphold a culture of values as reflected in The IRC Way: Standards for Professional Conduct - Integrity, Service, Accountability and Equality Provide effective client service to all staff on performance management, learning and development, compensation, benefits, promotions, changes in status and general HR issues Coach management team on complex leadership and HR issues including people implications of organizational decisions, workforce planning and talent development Support development and implementation of select HR solutions that align with IRC's people strategy Provide regular guidance and respond to general HR policy and process questions from HQ staff and conduct analysis on and timely approvals for needs such as new job postings, promotions, separations, etc. Employee Relations: lead intake, make recommendations, and support resolution of sensitive employee relations matters; conduct workplace investigations if/as needed Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management and HR compliance issues Participate as an active team member, stay abreast of trends, and demonstrate this insight by identifying and pitching appropriate HR strategies and solutions Provide direction and advice on organizational design, development and implementation efforts Work collaboratively with HR colleagues to ensure consistent standards across the network Other duties as assigned. IRC is a fast-moving organization, and duties will evolve and change over time. Key Working Relationships: Position Reports to: Senior HR Director, People & Culture Position directly supervises: n/a Other Internal and/or external contacts: Internal: HQ Managers and Employees; HR Technical Teams (i.e. Talent Management, Learning & Development, Recruiting, Compensation & Benefits, Duty of Care, Operations, etc.); Legal Job Requirements: Education: Bachelor's degree in HR or related field Work Experience: Minimum of 6 - 8 years related HR work experience Demonstrated Skills and Competencies: Strong working knowledge of and experience in multiple human resource disciplines including employee relations, labor law, performance management, learning & development, change management, organizational development, and compensation/benefits Ability to effectively work with a multi-site client group, using excellent diplomatic and influencing skills, particularly in building strong relationships with leaders at all levels Demonstrated AI literacy across the HR landscape, with the ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives that translate emerging trends into measurable people outcomes Proven problem solving and

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