Haiti Senior Human Resources Partner

The International Rescue Committee serves refugees and communities affected by oppression or violent conflict worldwide. Founded in 1933, the IRC is committed to freedom, human dignity, and self-reliance. This commitment is expressed in emergency relief, protection of human rights, post conflict development, resettlement assistance, and advocacy.

SCOPE OF WORK: The Senior HR Partner will be based in Port Au Prince, Haiti for 3-4 months and will provide dedicated, intensive HR support to the management team and staff while setting up a variety of critical HR processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide guidance and input on organizational structure and workforce planning • Implement and train staff on key aspects of annual Performance Evaluation process • Ensure the new hire process and IRC’s on-boarding program, IRCconnect, meet organizational goals and are implemented • Lead development of a robust recruitment strategy and process • Support local HR manager in delivering training on The IRC Way (IRC Code of Conduct) • Partner with local HR manager to review all job descriptions and make any necessary changes • Provide effective guidance and support to supervisors on employee relations issues, performance management program, compensation/benefits issues, promotions/changes in status, and general HR issues; • Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelors Degree in HR or related field; Masters Degree highly desired; • Minimum 7-10 years progressive HR work experience; • Previous experience as an HR business partner • International work experience in Haiti or other developing countries is required • Proficiency in French and English • Strong working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines including employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits and organizational development; • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to effectively and diplomatically manage employee relationships; • Proven problem solving and customer service skills: the ability to successfully provide support and to staff and guide managers; • Solid organizational skills: the ability to multi-task and work well under pressure in a fast-paced team environment; • Flexible work attitude: the ability to work productively in a team environment & independently and to respond rapidly to evolving situations, yet remain productive and focused; • Proven training skills; the desire to develop and implement successful training sessions; • Good Computer skills: facility with MS Word, Excel, and email/internet software. Please apply at:http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=7444