The Health Foundation is an independent charity committed to bringing about better health and health care for people in the UK.

The Foundation has ambitious plans for growth and are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner who can effectively contribute to delivery of this growth as well as provide value-add pro-active business partnering to designated areas of the Foundation. Partnering with managers you will create and implement team effectiveness strategies, change management programs and integrated people solutions that address key business needs. 

We are not looking at this role as a development opportunity for someone, rather, the successful candidate will extensive experience in this area, along with working in an environment which is constantly changing and developing. 

You will have significant experience of delivering an HR Business Partner model, coaching and advising managers and providing expertise around best practice and legal frameworks.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HRBP who can commit to our core behaviours - Achieving Impact, Working Together and Discovering and Learning. 

Interview date: 10/11 February 2020

To apply for this role please submit your CV and a supporting statement which addresses all the person specification criteria flagged as CV/SS (Essential). 

The Health Foundation values diversity and champions inclusion and strongly encourages applications from all sections of the community. 

About Us:

Muslim Hands is a UK based international relief organisation working in over 40 countries worldwide. The Head Office in Nottingham and a fundraising team in Whitechapel London; occasional travel between the two locations. Muslim Hands UK is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate individual to join our team during an exciting period of growth and change as we have ambitious plans to grow our activities by 2020.

About the Role: [Role Overview]

Reporting directly to the Deputy CEO, this pivotal new role will drive culture change across the charity, ensuring our change programme is underpinned by a coherent, long-term and practical commitment to building all aspects of a modern, diverse, capable workforce. In this exciting and wide-ranging role, you will deliver our strategies.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a high calibre, big picture thinker with considerable experience of advising Chief Executives and Boards and whose experience combines both strategic and operational leadership ability.  You will be skilled in driving and embedding organisational effectiveness and cultural change in line with organisational strategies.  With a demonstrable track record of delivering strategic impact, your approach to leadership will embody five core leadership traits: academic, learning, adaptable, inclusive and trustworthy. 

Main Responsibilities:

• To act as the authoritative People Strategy adviser to Muslim Hands and, where necessary, supporting the CEO in engaging with Trustees and governance Committees on key People issues, risks and priorities.
• To be a powerful advocate for Muslim Hands ambitions for workforce development and capability (paid and unpaid) by creating a visible personal leadership presence in all aspects of workforce development and culture change.
• To devise and deliver a transformative and innovative people and cultural change strategy that aligns fully with our values and Muslim Hands Strategy and sets us apart as a great place to work.
• Be an active, effective and accountable member of the organisation, exhibiting strong leadership, leading by example.
• To establish the development of our organisational learning and development agenda.
• To formulate credible proposals on all strategic considerations for our people and organisational culture – with a particular focus on increasing our equality, diversity and inclusion at all levels across the charity.
• To coach the senior leadership team as necessary, ensuring expert support is put in place that drives high standards of leadership, talent development and employee engagement.
• To create and lead a People and Culture function that is recognised and valued as a centre of excellence in delivering our strategic goals and organisational development priorities, offering relevant expertise and, proactively sharing insights that add value.
• To ensure all contributions from the People and Culture team fully meets expectations including quality of People Policies, Talent acquisition, Compensation and Benefits. Specifically, Employee Relations and support to Senior Leadership roles.
• To exhibit Muslim Hands core values.
• To deliver and lead a People Strategy focused on culture change and organisational development intervention which creates a progressive, agile, dynamic workplace experience and environment for the future which enhances employee engagement and wellbeing.
• To work with colleagues to identify the skills, knowledge, and capability and culture of Muslim Hands needs to deliver future plans.
• To implement new talent management and wider learning programmes at all levels which align with our ambition to be a ‘learning organisation’, engaging our people to fulfil their potential, perform better and want to stay longer.
• To keep under constant review the charity’s approach to pay, reward/recognition and benefits to ensure we attract, recognise and retain talented paid and unpaid colleagues who are committed to Muslim Hands mission.
• To lead a department that provides an effective business-focused employee relations approach.
• To lead the charity’s approach to performance management, focusing on inspiring, equipping, empowering and rewarding colleagues to meet and exceed expectations.
• To ensure that paid and unpaid colleagues have access to appropriate support to maintain their personal wellbeing and maximise their contribution.
• To ensure that all other people and volunteering policies and procedures are as robust and efficient as possible; are legally compliant, fit for purpose and take account of emerging external risk factors and support delivery of the Strategy.
• To use data proactively to improve our organisational performance and encourage business-focused decisions.
• To ensure meaningful people insight (including through regular Employee Opinion Surveys) is provided in order to assist the Chief Executive and SMT in decision making and planning.
• To keep up to date with relevant Government policy proposals and legislation, and the best practice of relevant organisations, ensuring that the charity complies with legislation and adopts prevailing best practice wherever feasible.
• To act as a professional role model that inspires, motivates and enthuses staff within the team and more widely across the charity, promoting a culture of learning, professionalism, collaboration and innovation, celebrating successes and encouraging ambition and achievement.
• To demonstrate Muslim Hands’ values and ethics in own working practices, approach and conduct
• To support with Fundraising activities from time-to-time, committing to partake in approximately 5-Live-TV-Appeals during our peak periods.
• To undertake any reasonable responsibilities as required by Line Manager
• To promote and adhere to all Muslim Hands Policies, Procedures and Professional Practices

Note: This job description will change from time to time due to changes within the Organisation as well as the updating procedures within your department.  If there is a major change to your role then a new job description will be produced.

About the Successful Candidate:

Essential:

• Ability to demonstrate current eligibility to work within the United Kingdom
• Must be able to either:

(A) Provide a valid Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate (issued within the last year) when requested by Muslim Hands;

OR

(B) Undertake to provide full cooperation for Muslim Hands to perform a DBS Check at the required level appropriate for this / similar role.

• Uphold Muslim Hands’ Organisational Values
• Hold a relevant Postgraduate or Master’s degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent (Level 7) with proof of Suitable HR related experience
• 7+ years' experience in HR, with a minimum of 3 years' experience in team management / in a senior leadership role
• Expertise in Employee Relations, Employment Legislation, Policy and Procedure and the ability to recruit and train new staff and instil highest standards amongst new employees
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of current UK Employment Law
• Extremely confident communicator with the ability to easily build relationships, rapport and trust with all types of people at all levels of the organisation.
• Experience in leading a People Operations or Human Resources functions.
• Previous experience of leading operational change programmes within a HR environment
• Ability to work collaboratively with senior stakeholders and programme leads to deliver results on time, on budget and to high standards.
• Able to make connections across the organisation and provide support and challenge, working collaboratively across functions.

Desirable:

• Associate member (or higher) of the CIPD with evidence of continuous personal development
• Track record in developing and delivering HR/ People and Culture strategy and of advising HR managers and senior staff
• Previous experience of working closely with an Exec Board member, delivering clear communications on their behalf.
• Working knowledge and experience within a similar Role
• Working knowledge and experience of working within an International NGO

This role would suit someone who thrives working in a fast-paced environment and who enjoys facing challenges; often working to tight deadlines.

This is a very rewarding position for the right person. If you feel this is you please send your CV with a cover letter explaining why you feel you are suitable quoting the above reference number!!

Deadline for applications is Friday, 14th February 2020, however, we reserve the right to end the application procedure early should the right candidate be found. 

NB: Unfortunately, we will only be able to contact successful candidates so if you have not heard from us by the closure date unfortunately your application will have been unsuccessful.

Vacancy Reference Number:

HPC/PC/UK-R1

Position title:

Head of People and Culture

Reports to:

Deputy CEO

Location:

Muslim Hands, 148 – 164 Gregory Boulevard, Gregory House, Nottingham, NG7 5JE

Hours of Work:

Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary guideline:

(Up to) £44,000.00 per annum (commensurate with experience)

Terms of Employment:

18-Months’ Fixed-Term Contract (with a 6-Month Probationary Period)

Application Process & Closing Date:

Send an up to date CV and supporting Covering Letter by Email by no later than Friday, 14th February 2020

Approx. Interview & Role Commencement Date(s):

Interviews: W/C 24th February 2020

Start: ASAP thereafter

Note: Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date, to hold a Skype Interview with Muslim Hands; therefore, please include your Skype ID in your application.

I am currently working with a charity organisation based in South East London, who are looking to recruit a Senior HR Advisor on a permanent basis. 

The post holder will be part of small team looking to support the delivery of a UK wide generalist HR and L&D service. 

The main accountabilities held within this role will include:

• Support Senior HR Colleagues in delivering general advice, guidance and support to managers and staff on all staffing matters from recruitment, selection, induction, probation and appraisal processes through to termination of employment. 
• Support the delivery of effective absence monitoring and management, providing reports and assisting in review meetings where appropriate. 
• Support the delivery of effective disciplinary and grievance procedures, including attendance at hearings as advisor, where required
• Support the delivery of effective change programmes including TUPE, redundancy and restructuring as required
• Support the delivery of an effective payroll process
• Provide advice on employee relations queries
• Advise and support managers to correctly apply HR policies

If you are looking for your next assignment and have the relevant skills and experience for the role, please submit your application ASAP to be considered for this exciting opportunity. 

I'm working alongside a charity with a brilliant cause. They help people and families who have been affected by substance misuse. They've been running for over fifty years and work to help people from all backgrounds on a daily basis. The charity is based in South East London close to the Northern Line and National Rail Station.

This Senior HR Advisor job will be working very closely with the HR Managers to ensure excellent HR support is provided to a number of areas of the business. The Senior HR Advisor will be working in a small HR team where they will be involved in a wide range of HR duties. This will include advising staff and managers in regards to HR policies as well sitting on ER meetings where you'll take notes. Other key areas include supporting the HR and L&D team and responding to queries that are raised in the HR inbox. Finally you'll have the opportunity to deputise for the HR Manager and work on HR projects.

The ideal candidate will be CIPD qualified to either level 5 or 7 and have an excellent understanding of HR. This role would suit someone who's a HR generalist and who has supported at a similar level.

For more information please apply or email a copy of your most up to date CV to [email protected]

HR Business Partner

London

• Are you CIPD Level 5 or above
• Are you an experienced HR Business Partner
• Have you supported senior level Stakeholders?
• A faith based charity in central London are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner?

You will be supporting the Executive team and senior leaders in a generalist HR role.

The organisation if a faith based charity in central London and they offer an excellent work/life balance and benefits

The consists of five distinct brands: , , , and .

Citizens Advice Liverpool is a charity, dependent on a workforce of paid staff and over 120 trained volunteers. We operate over 7 permanent sites and over 30 outreach locations in the city, which we are continually reviewing to ensure we are reaching the people most in need of our services.

Following the recent mergers of organisations, we are looking to combine the Human Resources function of Citizens Advice Liverpool. Reporting to the Business Support Manager the role holder will be responsible for supporting the organisation on a range of Human Resources activity.

Responsible for all Human Resources support within Citizens Advice Liverpool, the successful post holder will draw on the skills and experience to support & assist management with all HR related matters, including strategic HR projects and development.

You will be an experienced HR Professional with a minimum level 5 CIPD, coupled with CIPD Accreditation and a proven track record of providing HR advice in a similar sector.​

Full information relating to the role, including the Job Description and Person Specification, may be found in the recruitment pack, available on our website.​

Closing Date: 3rd February 2020

Citizens Advice Liverpool recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We aim at all times to recruit the person who is most suited to the job and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from disabled, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic people, as they are currently under represented in our workforce.

HR Business Partner (Operations) (TRD2495)

Oxford

£30,985

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

Do you have good organisational planning skills?

Do you have a proven ability to work with a large degree of independence, managing own workload and priorities?

Do you have good interpersonal and communication skills – written and verbal with the ability to manage own resilience ?

If the answer is yes, then would like to hear from you.

The Role

As HR Business Partner (Operations), you will deliver HR advice, services and support on behalf of Trading HR to Retail Line staff and volunteers; to advise and problem solve on a range of HR processes. 

You will also provide strategic and operational support and advice to the Retail Line to maximise our cash contribution.

What we are looking for

A CIPD qualification or equivalent, you’ll have proven track record of change management within a multi disciplinary and multi site organisation. You will have experience of supporting and influencing others, enabling effective working as a member of a team and in collaboration with staff and volunteers with full commitment to organisational goals.

You will also have proven experience of managing a wide range of employee relation’s casework and operating successfully in an advisory capacity with a generalist approach as well as experience in leading recruitment and selection activities in a medium to large organisation.

We offer

This role will give you an opportunity to work with a group of passionate people with fair pay and competitive benefits package.

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply

How to apply

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile. 

About us

Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.

Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 19 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. 

Firstsite is a contemporary visual arts organisation based in a stunning, award winning gallery in Colchester, Essex.  Since opening in 2011, Firstsite has welcomed over a million visitors. Firstsite has established its reputation for being an art gallery of regional and national importance especially through its work bringing internationally significant artworks to very diverse audiences.

Working closely with the broader senior management team, the role will have both a strategic and an operational focus, providing expert advice and support on all HR matters. This role is integral to developing Firstsite’s culture and practice and to deliver its objective to be an inclusive employer attracting talent from broad and diverse backgrounds. A proactive and inclusive approach to advice and support. Identifying opportunities to improve HR processes and implement strategies that support business growth.

To succeed in this role, you will be CIPD qualified and will be skilled in listening to problems and ideas, and in clearly articulating solutions. You will also have excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills. You will have experience in managing investigations and complex employee relations.

Please note that Firstsite is an Equal Opportunities Employer and recognises the great benefit in having a diverse workforce with different backgrounds.

Intelligent Working   

Our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a balanced lifestyle and we offer flexible working arrangements which could include, annualised hours, early or late starts to fit around other commitments, shorter working days, etc.  We are happy to discuss your own requirements in more detail, should that be of interest.

Firstsite’s commitment to inclusion   

We pride ourselves on being a place where your individuality is valued; you can be yourself and still achieve your potential. We believe that your individuality helps us to deliver the best results to our objectives. Diversity of background, diversity of experience, diversity of perspective, are important to us.

At Firstsite, we recognise that returning to work after an extended career break can be daunting. We understand and appreciate that those with experience who have taken a career break still have a wealth of experience and knowledge to offer our organisation, which helps us to achieve our business goals. We will support you to refresh your skills, develop your confidence and provide a supportive network across the firm to help you best integrate into the working environment.

Applying with a disability   

Firstsite is proud to be an inclusive, equal opportunity employer and we seek to attract and retain the best people from the widest possible talent pool.  We are committed to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly throughout the Recruitment Process. Should you be successful after the initial application stage, please discuss with your recruitment contact any reasonable adjustments to our Recruitment Process that you may require.

How to apply for this role

To apply for the role, please send your cv and a covering letter – no more than two sides of A4 that states how your qualifications, experience and skills match the criteria listed in the job description.

Please send applications together with a completed Equal Opportunities Form,which is available via our website.

Deadline for applications is 5:00pm, 17th January 2020.

I am urgently recruiting an Interim HR Business Partner for a renowned membership establishment based in Central London for an initial 6-month period.

Reporting into the Senior HR Consultant with a dotted line to the HR Director, you will work across the organisation advising on all elements of HR, particularly employee relations.

This is an initial 6-month fixed-term salaried contract with the possibility of a permanent role in the future. This role will pay a salary of £50,000 to £55,000 per year and you will: -

• Be an experienced HR Business Partner who has worked in similar HRBP or Senior HR Business Partner roles
• Have strong experience in handling all types of employee relations, change management and restructure
• Have an abundance of experience of working in heavily unionised environments
• Be MCIPD Qualified
• Be available immediately as the start date for this role is by 20/01/20

Interviews for this role will take place week commencing 13th January with a start ASAP.

Do you provide an effective HR Service? Are you looking to work 3 days a week?

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting an international animal charity as they look to recruit an HR Manager for a maternity contract for up to 12 months. Please note this role is part of a job share.

This role will report to the Head of HR and lead on business partnering with a range of directorates in the organisation in Fundraising, Communications and Information Services. You will be responsible for the overall management of UK recruitment, providing expert advice and guidance on topics such employee relations, change, training, absence and employee engagement. Within this pivotal role, you will support across a wide range of HR duties, from inductions/probations and contracts through to policy development and benefits and pensions. The organisation has ambitious objectives for organisational development and as the HR Manager, you will have the opportunity to partake in project work including diversity and inclusion, staff surveys , e-learning and long term talent attraction.

The successful candidate will be CIPD qualified and an advocate of ongoing CPD training. You will possess a thorough knowledge of current UK employment legislation and HR systems and processes. With brilliant communication and negotiation skills, coupled with an empathetic coaching ability, you will excel in building useful and productive relationships with a wide range of staff. A proven track record in developing and delivering sound and successful talent pipelines via excellent recruitment practice is essential, and experience of supporting staff engagement through staff surveys and the coordination of staff benefits is highly desired.

To apply, please submit your CV; cover letters are not required at this stage.

A full job description will be provided to candidate shortlisted by Prospectus.

Senior HR Business Partner

London

£400 per day (Inside IR35)

Duties and responsibilities:

The consists of five distinct brands: , , , and .

Redthread works with vulnerable young people in crisis. Whether they have been the victim of a stabbing, are seeking support for anxiety, have suffered a sexual assault, or want to find a new home beyond the reach of a gang, we support them to overcome the challenges they face through our dynamic youth work programmes.

We are looking for an experienced HR professional who will take the lead in ensuring Redthread is an excellent employer for our team of 80 members of staff. This is an exciting opportunity with a high level of responsibility to shape our HR function, ensuring we continue to attract, develop and retain high-quality people who enjoy working for us.

“Redthread youth workers are doing an incredible job helping young victims to move away from the circles that led to them getting hurt” (Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London)

The purpose of the role is to be responsible for Redthread’s HR function, leading on all aspects of HR throughout the employee lifecycle and helping Redthread to be a positive and empowering place to work.

For full details on the role please see the application pack on our website via the button below.

Closing date: 10am, Monday 27 January 2020

Interview date: Friday 7 February 2020​

MSF UK AND IRELAND’S HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

MSF UK and Ireland’s (MSF UK/IE) is in primary partnership with the Operational Centre Amsterdam (OCA) and subscribes to the OCA Staff Vision and Strategy. People are key in achieving MSF’s social mission, and HR is a strategic partner to OCA Operations in contributing to the definition and implementation of the organisation’s objectives.

MSF UK/IE strategic direction for 2020-2023 has key pillars around Valuing People and Ways of Working that will shape the objectives of the MSF UK/IE HR Department.

The HR Function is responsible for attracting, selecting, developing and retaining high-quality medical and non-medical staff for MSF operations and for the MSF UK/IE offices. The members of the HR Department safeguard the respect of OCA’s leadership and management values at MSF UK/IE and ensure MSF UK/IE fulfils its obligations as a responsible employer.

The department consists of a Head of Department, 4 middle managers in charge of field staffing, office HR and Services, with a total of 21 staff located in both London and Dublin. 

The activities of the department focus on two main areas:

1. Secondment of field staff to MSF's field operations worldwide. This includes the sourcing of staff profiles required for field operations, active recruitment, selection, development, retention and all related administrative aspects.

1. HR support for the MSF UK/IE offices in London and Dublin. This includes HR planning, recruitment, contracting, reward and benefits, staff development and retention, HR policy development, management support and all related administrative aspects.

The Head of HR participates in the OCA Heads of HR Platform consisting of the Staff Director for OCA and the Heads of HR of MSF UK, MSF Germany and MSF India, responsible for the implementation of the OCA Staff Strategy for the coming 5 years.  The Head of HR is also a member of MSF’s international Heads of HR platform. 

Finally, the role is a member of the UK/IE Management Team and contributes to the overall leadership and management of MSF UK/IE.  The role has a specific responsibility to follow and advise the MT and UK and Ireland Boards of Trustees on relevant legislation and regulation and ensure MSF acts as a responsible employer. Being part of the MT also includes responsibility to support the Executive Director(s) in the delivery and the strategic development of MSF UK/IE as an institutional member of MSF, as well as individual responsibility to drive and develop strategic staff related priorities within the MSF movement overall.

JOB PURPOSE

• To lead on all aspects of staff and staffing, in line with the strategy of MSF UK/IE and MSF UK/IE’s commitment to support OCA’s staff needs as well as that of other MSF Operational Centres.
• To provide leadership and management of the HR Department in London and Ireland, and the LEAP Project Manager.
• Ensuring the development and implementation of HR strategies and policies.
• As a member of the OCA Heads of HR Platform drive the implementation of the OCA Staff Strategy support objectives as defined in the OCA Strategic Plan for the period 2020-2023.
• The Head of HR has overall accountability for the activities of the HR department, ensures the integration of the office and field HR function and advises the Executive Directors in UK and Ireland on all people management issues for MSF-UK/IE.

Key Responsibilities:

Overall ​

• Develops and ensures successful delivery of the Field and Office HR strategy, annual plans and budgets
• Creates a positive working culture across the organisation that maximises staff engagement and ensures the provision of appropriate care and well-being measures
• Leads in the development of new tools and innovative approaches towards organisation development, aimed at improving organisational performance
• Responsible for the people agenda in the Management Team, advising on relevant developments and ensuring sufficient attention for all people management issues
• Is the Management Team focal point for Health & Safety and Duty of Care and ensures MSF UK/IE is a responsible employer for all staff.
• Ensures close collaboration with MSF UK/IE’s safeguarding lead. 
• Ensures regular communication and exchange on people management issues with governing structures including the Boards and Association
• Understands and responds to the changing employment and legal landscape, analyses internal and external trends in HR, and where appropriate translates findings into either actions or advice to the MT. 
• Ensures development and consistent execution of HR policies and procedures at all levels in the organisation, compliant with legal requirements and in line with best practice.
• Ensure preparedness for crisis situations affecting staff, including a role in the Crisis Incident Response Team (CIRT).
• Ultimately responsible for selection of and relations with key suppliers, external partners and relevant stakeholders.

International HR ​

• Bears joint responsibility with other OCA partners to achieve the objectives as set out in the OCA Staff Strategy.
• Takes individual ownership of the implementation of specific OCA SP activities as relevant for MSF UK/IE.
• Contributes to the development of staff and staffing issues in the MSF movement. 

Staff Management & Leadership

• Enhances quality, effectiveness and efficiency of the HR support delivered to the organisation
• Champions issues of diversity, equity and inclusion within MSF UK/IE and across the wider MSF movement
• Leads the HR department and its staff and is responsible for the integral people management in the department, ensuring that the HR department is fit for purpose and functions to maximum potential
• Directly manages the senior HR team and ensures effective collaboration across functional lines.
• Maintains effective internal and external networks, both within HR and cross-functional, representing MSF-UK/IE in general and the HR department in particular
• Encourages on-going relevant professional development of all HR staff in line with strategic objectives

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

• Senior manager, with proven management experience in MSF or another similar organisation including leading other managers.
• Proven significant experience with HR management in the international NGO sector.
• Academic degree, preferable in Human Resources or other relevant area (CIPD qualification).
• Experience of developing and influencing strategy at a senior level in an international organisation.
• Proven strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire others in order to achieve and deliver high performance.
• Ability to work in partnership with a wide range of colleagues and being part of an international HR platform.
• Excellent interpersonal and team-working skills.
• Experience of working with Microsoft Office 365.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, unpredictable and demanding environment.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally including to MSF field projects.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Commitment to aims and values to Médecins Sans Frontières.

Desirable:

• Familiar with UK employment legislation.
• Knowledge of French or Spanish.

MSF UK/IE is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from all sections of our diverse community.  

HOW TO APPLY  

Please apply on our website by submitting a copy of your CV together with a letter of motivation (please upload as one document) by the closing date: 28 January 2020, 11.59pm.  

My client, a globally influential and highly innovative Not-for-Profit organisation now requires an exceptional HR Business Partner to join them for a period of 12 months. 

Based at their fantastic central London offices and reporting to the Director of People, as HR Business Partner you will play a critical role in overseeing the delivery of an innovative, solutions-driven and business enabling HR service to this small but highly impactful organisation.

This role requires a highly skilled and experienced HR generalist with a successful and proven track record of working in a People setting and with a strong delivery focus and attention to detail.

As a creative thinker who enjoys developing new and innovative ways of addressing people challenges, you will be adaptable and flexible to working within differing organisational cultures and be able to quickly build effective relationships at all levels. 

In addition to a strong generalist HR skillset and an up to date and in-depth knowledge of employment legislation in the UK (and ideally some knowledge of legislation in other countries), the ideal candidate will also possess a track record of delivering significant and sustainable business benefits through change