Global Head Of Human Resources - Part-Time

At SBS, we're not just another nonprofit organization. We are catalysts for change, empowering women around the world through our groundbreaking entrepreneurial training. Our proven methods have doubled incomes and lifted families out of poverty with dignity. With a global reach spanning 35 countries and over 250 NGO partners, we're making a real difference in lives, families, and communities.

We believe in the power of every individual to succeed through their own hard work. We provide opportunity, not charity. As coaches, we guide individuals to recognize and harness their innate power. Through our model, we empower local leaders to create a ripple effect of impact and drive social change on a global scale.

What you will do for us:

As the Global Head of HR for a fast-paced and truly global organization, you will be a critical force behind our scale plans. You will be spearheading how we hold on to our powerful values as we grow and how we embed a people-first culture in the hybrid work context. HR Operations need to be systematized and ready to facilitate scale and finding, supporting and retaining the right talent will be pivotal to our ability to lift 1M women out of poverty. This is one of the most important roles in the organization.

Culture and Employee Engagement (30%)

• Ensure there is clear insight on employee engagement and culture through surveys and listening exercises.
• Work with the Exec team to define and drive the way culture and values are embodied in processes, structures and policies.
• Design and implement a comprehensive employee engagement program to ensure everyone is connected and aligned
• Partner with the CEO and lead on internal communications about strategy, people and culture to foster employee engagement

HR Operations (30%)

• Improve and systematize all global HR processes and policies
• Support a streamlined and accurate payroll process for all global team members (coordinate with SBS Uganda as well)
• Work with HR vendors and contractors on legal and finance on pricing, contracts and required documentation
• Serve as the point person for staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise

Talent Strategy and Recruitment (25%)

• Managing a streamlined recruitment process that finds and onboards the best talent possible for our roles within 3 months of the job being advertised
• Building out a talent management strategy that cuts across borders
• Develop and streamline Global HR practices to support scale and meet local legal requirements, including recruiting, performance management, and compensation.
• Design and execute an onboarding process that sets new joiners up for success and fully embodies our values

US Compliance and Policy Guidelines (15%)

• Ensure SBS is 100% compliant with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; manage and update employee handbook and interpret policy as questions arise.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in Human Resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Recommend policy updates and protocols as needed given changes to the work environment (e.g. pandemic response).

Must haves:

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience across a range of HR activities
• Demonstrated knowledge of US federal and state employment laws
• Strong recruitment and employee engagement experience (ideally in remote/ hybrid environments
• Clearly evidenced experience in building and systematizing HR operations
• A self-starter who will own the HR agenda, work independently to embed this agenda across a global organization and will partner successfully with the Exec Team and the various functional teams at SBS

Desirable

• Experience in managing global teams
• Experience coaching and influencing leaders and employees, including effectively delivering hard messages with compassion, clarity, and confidentiality
• Excellent organizational, time-management, follow-up, and administrative skills with attention to detail

SBS believes our team is better and stronger with a diversity of perspectives and experiences. We welcome applications from candidates historically underrepresented in the international development sector. If you do not meet all stated qualifications, but feel you can succeed within this role, please consider applying for this position. SBS is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

Compensation:

This is a part-time position with an anticipated 20 hours per week and an estimated salary range of $32-$37 per hour depending on experience and location. We offer competitive benefits, including flexibility for remote work and paid time off, with an organization-wide holiday closure.