HR Business Partner

International Potato Center POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Ref.: 18-27 HRBP/HQ

HR Business Partner

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a proactive and responsible HR Business Partner with high level of commitment and excellent organizational skills to act as a first point of contact for the managers and employees in the business unit assigned in order to contribute with the delivery of people solutions and the implementation of wider HR strategies.

The position: This position will be based in Lima, Peru and report directly to the Senior HR Business Partner.

Duties and Accountabilities:

• ProvidesresearchandanalyticalinputstoseniorstaffindevelopmentofHRprojects(asreview current global policies and develop new ones)

• Prepare ad hoc (non – typical) HR metrics and reports to measure the impact of new policies in the salary budget.

• Support and advice managers and staff in solving HR issues and help them to interpret and apply HR policies and practices in day to day work.

• Translate business requirements into effective HR practices, delivering people solutions aligned with business objectives.

• Deliver induction program for new starters (NRS / Interns) to contribute with their smooth transition to the organization.

• Provide timely and effective recruitment and selection services, including advice on policies and procedures and good recruitment practices.

• Attend staff development needs and actively participate in supporting the expansion of the Talent Management program.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR processes, procedures and practices. • Analyze the global compensation and benefits scheme to give advice and support about improvement initiatives.

Competencies:

• Maintain highest level of Integrity and confidentiality.

• Multitask – capable of handling work overload.

• Dependability – reliable, responsible and dependable and fulfilling obligations. • Communication– communicates clearly in English and Spanish. • Delivery results for clients – Ads value by constantly looking for a better way to get more impactful results. Engages in client perspective experience and asking probing questions to

understand the needs. Demonstrates accountability for achieving results.

• Cooperation - collaborate with teams across boundaries – involve others in decision making

and communicates with key stakeholders.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Psychology or related

field, with 2 years of relevant experience in a similar position.

• Experience on Human Resources law and policies.

• Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish.

• Meticulous attention to detail and data accuracy required.

• Recognized expertise and ability to provide support related to Recruitment and Selection

services, Talent Management, and diverse HR functions.

• Knowledge of HR policies, principles and processes.

• Recognized as results-oriented team player who is adaptable to changing business needs and

capable of contributing to the team’s success effectiveness.

• Proficient on MS Excel, Word, Power Point, Access and Publisher.

Why should you consider this opportunity?

• CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art

R&Dbackground,andisarecentWorldFoodPriceWinnerandawardedwiththeAl-Sumait

Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.

• CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender

equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing

world.

• CIPisamemberoftheCGIARConsortium,anetworkof15researchcentersthataremostly

located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.

What are the conditions?

The position is local thus limited to Peruvian nationals and permanent residents. The employment

contract will be for a one-year term (with a 3-month probation period) and the possibility of renewal.

How to apply?

Visit the following link: https://cipotato.org/jobs and submit your cover letter and a full C.V. with

your references. Screening of applications will begin on February 28, 2018 and will continue until

the post is filled. All applications will be acknowledged; however only short-listed candidates will

be contacted.

Learn more about CIP by accessing our web site at http://www.cipotato.org

CIP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women and professionals from developing

countries are particularly encouraged to apply