Who we are
Around the world, hundreds of millions of children are living with the effects of war and conflict. Separated from their homes, schools and loved ones, many are overwhelmed by manifestations of distress. Our mission is to shape the systems that protect and support the wellbeing of children affected by conflict.
We provide mental health and psychosocial support that builds children’s resilience and helps restore their sense of safety and trust in themselves, in others, and in their communities. Our evidence-based methods are grounded in scientific research and carefully designed to meet children where they are, reflecting their unique experiences and perspectives.
The result is a range of proven programs that help children recover from the effects of war and look to the future with confidence, hope, and belief in their own potential.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to play a key role in shaping the people agenda at War Child Netherlands. In this pivotal position, you will lead the strategic and operational delivery of our HR strategy ensuring our people practices effectively support organizational goals, embody our values, and contribute to a positive, high-performing workplace culture.
You will be both a strategic advisor and a hands-on partner implementing and strengthening HR systems and policies, driving workforce planning and talent development, and guiding leaders through organizational change and transformation. With a strong understanding of Dutch labor law and a genuine commitment to staff well-being, you will help ensure that duty of care, inclusivity, and mental health support are at the heart of everything we do.
Your Responsibilities
1. Strategic Leadership & HR Governance
- Lead and continuously improve War Child NL’s HR strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
- Provide strategic guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, and talent needs.
- Champion War Child’s values, safeguarding principles, and DEIB commitments.
2. Policy, Procedure & Compliance
- Develop, update, and implement HR policies, SOPs, and procedures in line with Dutch labor law and global standards.
- Deliver training and build capacity among managers and team members to ensure understanding and compliance with policies, standards, and legal requirements.
- Oversee data protection, confidentiality, and compliant personnel record management.
3. Job Profiling, Organizational Design & Change Management
- Lead job profiling, grading, and organizational design initiatives.
- Support restructuring processes, including workforce mapping, change planning, and communication.
- Advise on employee relations throughout change initiatives.
4. Talent Management & Acquisition
- Oversee end-to-end recruitment and support managers in workforce planning and competency gap assessment.
- Implement a new performance management system and process and support goal setting, coaching, and talent development.
- Align learning & development plans and lead on succession and leadership planning.
5. HR Operations
- Support accurate payroll checks and ensure compliance with HR operations processes.
- Conduct salary and benefits benchmarking; advise on compensation and reward strategies.
- Enhance HRIS functionality and provide HR analytics for decision-making.
- Monitor HR trends and implement process improvements.
7. Employee Relations, Engagement, Well-Being & Culture
- Lead on employee relations matters, including grievances, disciplinary processes, and mediation.
- Support reintegration during long-term sickness and guide managers in return-to-work processes.
- Promote a strong duty-of-care culture, mental health support, and psychosocial well-being initiatives.
- Develop manager capacity in supporting staff well-being and performance.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and psychologically safe workplace; oversee onboarding and exit processes.
6. External Relations & Representation
- Serve as key liaison with legal advisors, labor authorities, and HR networks.
- Represent War Child in relevant HR forums and conduct sector benchmarking to maintain best practice alignment.
Your Profile
- HR Leadership:Â Progressive HR experience, including leading the HR function and contributing to organisational design and workforce planning
- Change Management:Â Proven experience driving and supporting organizational change.
- Recruitment:Â Strong background in recruitment and selection.
- Project Management:Â Demonstrated ability to manage and deliver complex projects.
- Org Development:Â Experience in cultural transformation, workforce transitions, and organizational development.
- HR Strategy:Â Expertise in policy development, HR strategy, and full HR lifecycle management.
- Labor Law:Â Strong knowledge of Dutch labor law, compliance, and employment standards.
- Non-Profit Sector:Â NGO or non-profit experience highly desirable.
- Languages:Â Fluent in Dutch and English with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
What we offer
- A permanent contract for 32–40 hours per week.
- A **gross monthly salary between €4,305 and €5,353 (**based on 40 hours per week, depending on experience).
- 8% holiday allowance and 29 vacation days per year (for full-time employment, including 3 fixed days).
- AÂ fully employer-funded pension scheme
- Net allowances for home working and commuting in line with our hybrid work policy. A monthly net phone allowance of €25
- An informal, dedicated, and innovative organization driven by a passion for improving the well-being of children affected by conflict.
How to apply
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications by December 15 2025. We are reviewing submissions on a rolling basis, so early applications are strongly recommended.
https://warchildnederland.jobs.personio.com/job/2424967?language=nl&display=nl
Disclaimer
Only applications received via our website are processed.
If we appoint a suitable candidate before the given closing date, we reserve the right to remove the vacancy from our website before that date. In such a case, any responses received after that time are not processed.
It could be that during our selection process the closing date for the vacancy is extended. If so, and you have not yet heard from us, your application will remain active.
We have the right to close the advert before the deadline if we received many applications
By submitting your application you certify that all of the statements made in your application are true, complete, and correct and are made in good faith. You understand that falsifying, misrepresenting or intentionally withholding information will be grounds for rejection of your application or withdrawal of any offer of appointment or, if an appointment offer has been accepted, this will be ground for employment sanctions, such as, but not limited to, instant dismissal. In addition, you understand that you need to submit a Criminal Record Certificate and that, if you fail to submit it, no employment relationship can be established.
War Child is an international organisation, and we are committed to be a diverse and inclusive employer, placing human and child rights at the centre of our existence and work. We hire our new colleagues based on their talents, competences and shared values; we do not distinguish them based on their age, gender and gender identity, race, color, ethnicity, religion, culture, sexual orientation, disability etc.
The safety of children and youth is a paramount and essential to War Child’s work. War Child has a zero tolerance policy towards any form of abuse. To prevent placing children and youth at any risk this subject is addressed in our recruitment and selection procedures. Moreover, the accepted candidates will be required to state their commitment/ intent to be aware, consider and adhere to the minimum standards applicable in development and humanitarian settings, such as humanitarian values and principles, Sphere Humanitarian Charter, Standards in the Humanitarian Standards Partnership, Core Humanitarian Standard, International Humanitarian Law, Code of Conduct for the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in Disaster Relief and IASC Six Core Principles Relating to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.
Over ons
Our organization,
War Child, is a dynamic organization with an informal atmosphere and plenty of room for creativity and initiative. The image War Child projects externally reflects the work at our head office: it is dynamic, innovative, ethical, and focused on achieving results at low cost. War Child allocates as much of its budget as possible to helping children in war zones and therefore does everything possible to keep costs as low as possible. Our employment conditions are in line with those of the Dutch NGO sector. The office is located in the Amsterdam district of Watergraafsmeer. We work in a hybrid way, combining working from home, at the office, and, of course, occasionally traveling to visit clients.
Safety:
War Child operates based on humanitarian values ​​and standards. We require the same of potential new colleagues. For War Child, the safety of the children and young people we support is paramount. We combat all forms of abuse. Because we want children and young people to be at no risk whatsoever, this is discussed extensively when recruiting new colleagues. Therefore, as part of applications, we ask for references based on the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme and a recent Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG).
Equal Opportunities:
War Child dreams of all children living in peace, no matter who they are or where they grow up. That’s why War Child is proud to offer equal opportunities to everyone who wants to work with us. We promote diversity and want everyone to feel at home with us. War Child selects potential new colleagues regardless of their gender, race, nationality, disability, age, and/or sexual orientation.
Applications:
We dedicate as much of our income as possible to supporting children and young people. That’s why we work efficiently. This means we only review applications received through our websites. If we find a suitable candidate before the closing date, we remove the vacancy from our websites. Applications received after that date will no longer be considered.