Head of Human Resources

PURPOSE

The Head of Human Resources supports the DDG to manage and deliver on the HR portfolio projects, and at the same time acts as the HR advisor to the whole Management Team.

Specifically, he/she:

• Will play a critical role in the development and implementation of a people strategy
• Lead the consultation and documentation of HR programs together with the clients – staff, managers and staff council; uses suitable skills to develop solutions to overcome impasses; and leads project development, implementation and evaluation.
• Recommends changes to the HR strategy and programs based on the GGGI strategy.
• Proactively uses people skills in complex situations

ENGAGEMENT

Engages with members of the Management and Country teams to anticipate HR needs, trends to identify and develop new HR support opportunities. 

Strengthening Culture and Staff engagement

• Leverages an outstanding relationship and stakeholder management skills to lead culture change and increase Staff engagement
• Leverages a broad understanding of the elements of change management and people transition

Teamwork

• Leading a small and committed team, the Head of Human Resources will bring proven leadership experience and support the ongoing personal and professional development of the team
• Anticipates potential obstacles to achieving team goals and provides insight/guidance to team members to effectively address those obstacles
• Sets high performance standards for project delivery to meet or exceed client expectations, manages overall process and takes responsibility for team output, coordinates tasks and delegates decision making among team members and ensures adherence to timelines to successfully lead project team

DELIVERY

Core competencies and business acumen for this position have been categorized according to project structuring, portfolio management and business development.

Effectively manage Human Resources Unit to address the needs of staff, management, and the organization, including but not limited to, team of staff and consultants, budget, communication, records and reporting, as needed.  

• Actively engage in the recruitment of new talent, and enhance the organization’s capacity to attract, retain, develop, and manage the talent to deliver the results on the ground per GGGI 2015-20 Strategy. 
• Manage and as appropriate undertake core HR processes, such as staffing, recruitment of staff and individual consultants, performance management, compensation and benefits, learning and development
• Manage and/or proactively support change management initiatives, such as but not limited to implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning tool, realignment of grade structures, introducing new staffing and compensation concept, and enhancing learning culture and opportunities.
• Advise management on internationally recognized employment policies and practices; and ensure GGGI HR policies and practices are compliant with international standard and practices, while addressing the specific business and organizational needs of GGGI;
• Make appropriate recommendations to address short and long-term HR needs and issues per GGGI core values and business needs;

REQUIREMENTS 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience that combines intellectual and managerial leadership in strategic planning, with a strong focus in the area(s) of international area of organizations. Understanding of International Organizations such as multilateral development bank, the UN, or similar experience in green or environmental organizations, at the supervisory level is an advantage.
• International living and working experience is required and experience in, and working with, developing countries and emerging economies is highly desirable.
• Advanced University degree (Master’s) in areas such as human resources, business, economics or other related fields; continuous exposure to training in various aligned fields
• Hands-on project management experience, an ability to efficiently manage a large number of activities simultaneously and to navigate through complex environments
• Willingness and ability to travel
• Proficiency in written and spoken English is essential. Proficiency in French, Spanish and/or Arabic an advantage.

FUNCTIONAL

• Appreciation of green growth, with experience working in international organizations at the supervisory level.
• On the ground experience in an international environment and in-depth understanding of leading and implementing key change management initiatives and processes
• Experience of, or ability to concretely contribute to development of rapidly evolving organizations;
• Emotional and Cultural intelligence and track record of effectively operating and communicating in diverse and multi-cultural organizations.  
• Ability to articulate ideas and key points concisely, while adjusting to various audience, such as senior management, staff, donor communities, etc, in writing and verbally;
• Good understanding of benefits of integrated Enterprise Resource Planning tools. 
• You will have the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and your engaging and warm interpersonal style will come to the fore

CORPORATE 

GGGI is looking for a self-starter, with knowledge, passion, grit and resilience. The successful candidate is a skillful coach with an ability to diagnose challenges in an organization and a team, an innovator, a decision-maker, a powerful advocate, and a diplomatic change agent who understands the dynamics and tensions in this kind of diverse, global landscape. S/he should also possess:

• excellent in knowledge development
• able to handle complex multi-stakeholder relationships
• keen on maintaining high degree of professional integrity with a stewardship of public resources
• proactive in providing mentorship and guidance to staff
• able to effectively communicate, listen to others, and create and promote an environment for open communication
• able to work effectively with other teams of a high degree of cultural/ professional diversity.

 Three managerial competencies: 

• Inspiring Trust and Integrity,
• Leadership and Strategic Thinking
• Managing Staff

GGGI Values: Inclusive | Bold | Integrity | Transformation | Excellence