Human Resources and Recruitment Manager, London

Human Resources and Recruitment Manager, London
Internews Network

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GENERAL FUNCTION:

Internews Europe is an international development organization, specializing in supporting independent media, freedom of information and free expression around the globe, with programmes targeted at crisis-hit populations, emerging democracies in some of the world’s poorest countries. Internews Europe seeks to promote education and vocational training in the field of journalism in all its forms for the benefit of the public and in particular, in countries experiencing conflict, civil unrest or natural disaster.

The Human Resources and Recruitment Manager is responsible for overseeing the efficient running of HRM operations at both Country and HQ levels. This will include maintaining best HRM practices including   planning, developing, and implementing strategies for the HR department (including recruiting, employee relations, compensation, performance appraisals, staff development, and benefits).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Acts as HR department lead/supervisor, cross-operational HR representative.
• Leads the recruitment and employee development processes – working with department heads on structure, employment vehicle, promotions, etc.
• Good understanding of UK/EU Employment Legislation.
• Oversees performance management in Country Programmes.
• Advises on HR best practices, consulting with supervisors on managing the employee/supervisor relationship including streamlining HR processes to maximize efficiency.
• Identifying, designing and implementing strategic HR projects as and when required.
• Creates/drafts and communicates HR policies.
• Leads on developing training materials on HR issues for the organization, toolkits for local offices, supervisor trainings, e-Learning modules, etc.
• Develops/implements/manages appropriate systems for managing HR process and development.
• Oversee decisions regarding benefit policies, plans, and HR procedures in Internews Europe’s Country Offices.
• Liaises with UK employment lawyers as necessary.
• Conducts research and analyses to bring recommendations to senior staff on innovative recruiting and HR management
• Play a lead role in HR integration with Internews Network, where appropriate.
• Understanding of and demonstrated commitment to upholding Internews’ Core Values.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Resources or a closely related field.
• Significant recruiting experience and knowledge of UK cross border employment law.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage confidential/sensitive information.
• Proven ability to successfully communicate and mediate with both management and staff.
• Proven ability to successfully operate in multi-cultural environments.
• Good experience of working through UK employment regulations.
• Experience of  representation to external individuals and organizations on diverse HRM matters.
• Knowledge of HR online management tools.
• Strong grasp of Microsoft Windows environment including MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Organized, logical, detail-oriented.
• Strong communication and  interpersonal skills.
• Experience of working in an International NGO.

Desirable:

• Advanced degree or certification, preferably in Human Resources or a related field i.e. MCIPD.
• 5+ years HR generalist experience.
• Experience with web-authoring, intranet, and/or page layout software.
• Talent Management experience including working with Applicant Tracking software.
• Ability to speak another language – French, Arabic.

Benefits Information:

This position is being offered and hired by Internews Europe. Benefits will be consistent with Internews Europe's offerings and will be reviewed during the hiring process. Additional information can be found on our About Working for Internewspage.

Salary Banding: D2-D4 £45,000-£50,000 per annum.