International Human Resources Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

HIAS seeks an International Human Resources Manager to support the International Human Resources team and to guide related services, support and capacity building globally. This role will report to the Senior Director, International Human Resources. The ideal candidate is a highly-motivated, committed and driven individual who is passionate about international human resources and seeks to provide customer service and organizational strength.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Supports International Human Resources function, with particular focus on support of Country Offices, field staff, regional staff and international Headquarters staff.
Reviews, drafts, updates and implements policies and procedures across the organization.
Ensures global alignment in human resources policies, systems and standards across the country offices, conducting periodic operational audits.
Develops onboarding program for new Country Office employees, consultants and interns.
Drives staff development and creates training plans.
Develops, drafts and implements international assignment agreements and employment contracts.
Develops and implements performance management across the Country Offices, in partnership with Country Directors and Country Office leadership.
Partners with Finance & Innovation and Programs staff on the selection and management of external vendors for tax, immigration and payroll, ensuring cost-effective solutions and contractual agreements.
Maintains compliance with host country and U.S. regulations, and provides consistency and equity in the management of HIAS’ global human resources activities.
Provides day-to-day service in all aspects of international human resources.
Serves as International Human Resources staff representative for related working groups.
Supports Emergency Department to develop and manage an emergency response roster and ensure adequate emergency response staffing for timely and quality response; helps to develop framework and data system, supports recruiting for external candidates and supports design of the internal roster system for secondment of staff at the HQ and regional level.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Undergraduate degree in Business, Human Resources Management or related field required.
4-6 years of relevant experience, with international/field experience strongly preferred.
Demonstrated experience effectively working with a large group of individuals from diverse cultural, ethnic and national backgrounds.
Strong creative problem-solving skills with the ability to develop and implement practical solutions.
Experience delivering effective presentations and training material to a variety of audiences preferred.
Ability to research and learn employment law for various countries within the regions supported by this position.
Experience compiling and presenting accurate and timely periodic reports.
Results-oriented with strong customer-service skills, and ability to operate at all levels of an organization and in highly complex environments.
Ability to build strong relationships, earn client trust and effectively influence decision-making across the organization.
Ability to work effectively within a multi-cultural organization with a demonstrated ability to harmonize processes, policies, programs and best practices.
Ability to manage difficult situations with tact, diplomacy and confidentiality.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, both oral and written, to include strong editing and proofreading.
English fluency required, with fluency in French, Arabic or Spanish strongly preferred.
Expertise with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office.
Ability to travel internationally up to 10% of the time.

SAMPLE HIRING PROCESS:

We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process, and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not moving forward. Here’s a snapshot of our hiring process:

Step 1: Submit your application!

Step 2: Phone screen with a HIAS recruiter.

Step 3: Video interview with the hiring manager.

Step 4: Video interview with a panel of HIAS employees.

Step 5: Online reference check with SkillSurvey.

Step 6: Offer and background check with Shield Screening.

Step 7: Start your professional journey with HIAS!

Note: Some of our hiring processes may vary, and not all candidates will advance to each step.

ABOUT US:

Over one hundred years ago, the Jewish community founded HIAS (originally the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) in New York City, the immigrant gateway to America. Supporting Jews fleeing persecution and poverty in Eastern Europe, our founders were guided by the traditions, texts, and history of the Jewish people – a history of oppression, displacement, and diaspora. HIAS has since helped generations of Jews facing violence because of who they were, and HIAS remains committed to helping Jewish refugees anywhere in the world. Today, our clients at HIAS come from diverse faiths, ethnicities, and backgrounds, as do our staff. We bring our experience, history, and values to our work across five continents, ensuring that refugees today receive the vital services and opportunities they need to thrive.

HIAS is a learning community, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do our work with integrity, accountability, transparency, and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. We seek employees from diverse backgrounds and life experiences to join our teams located in the United States and across the globe. People who identify as BIPOC, people with disabilities, people from the LGBTQ+ community, and people with lived experiences of forced displacement or immigration are all encouraged to apply. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our vision, mission, and values.

VISION:

HIAS stands for a world in which refugees find welcome, safety, and opportunity.

MISSION:

Drawing on our Jewish values and history, HIAS provides vital services to refugees and asylum seekers around the world and advocates for their fundamental rights so they can rebuild their lives.

VALUES:

Welcome • Acogimiento • Hospitalité • Hachnasat Orchim

We Welcome the Stranger

J*ustice • Justicia • Justice • Tzedek*

We Pursue Justice

Empathy • Empatía • Empathie • Chesed

We Approach our Clients with Empathy

Partnership • Compañerismo • Coopération • Chevruta

We Believe in Changing the World through Partnership

Courage • Coraje • Courage • Ometz

We Act with Courage to Build a Better World

Resilience • Resiliencia • Résilience • Ruach

We Adapt and Thrive, Continuously Demonstrating our Resilience

DIVERSITY:

HIAS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic background, ancestry, citizenship status, religious creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, military status, protected veteran status, political orientation, or other legally protected status.