The Senior HR Manager will initially work alongside the Head of HR to support the transition to the new organization design and implementation of the People Strategy. Once the Head of HR position ends, to be the HR lead for the organization providing strategic leadership on all people related issues.
The role holder will work collaboratively with both internal stakeholders; and external stakeholders; Network members/Partner organisations, Service providers – eg Payroll, Cascade and International HR Networks


Key areas for impact/influence and responsibilities


Ensure best practice people management by delivering on the People
Strategy and culture change work as required
Work closely with the People Committee of the Board of Trustees to ensure alignment on thinking and actions relating to people management
Line manage the HR Business Partner and ensure best practice HR
Management across the full employee life cycle
Ensure Safeguarding practices and polices relating to employment are implemented and updated as needed
Lead on the response to any Safeguarding incidents and complex employee relations cases
Lead on the placement of staff in key locations so as to ensure we have a
diverse workforce and that we are working amidst our Network/Partners
Ensure that relationships with key Network Members and partners are professional, supportive and reflect our values.
Ensure continuous improvement in people management by reviewing and developing new policies and practices
Manage the HR team budget


Skills and experience required


Previous experience as a Senior HR professional within an international environment
Experience of providing strategic HR advice to a senior leadership team and Board of Trustees
Experience of ensuring that HR provides excellent service across the employee life cycle
Strong understanding of Safeguarding of staff, volunteers and trustees
Experience of managing complex safeguarding and employee relations cases
Line management experience
Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills
Ability to solve problems and find creative solutions
Demonstrated understanding of and a commitment to the principles of
Partner Led Programming is essential