Human Resources Manager

This role is based in Washington DC office and will require in-person attendance 3 days/week. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission. WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position.

About the Program:

WRI’s Human Resources to expand visibility and impact, and influence decision makers to advance solutions for today’s environmental challenges.

Job Highlight:

Reporting to the US HR Director, you will support the day-to-day operations of aligning organizational objectives with employee engagement and management. You will work in areas relating to employee relations, onboarding, performance management, policies, processes, administration, and learning and development. You will coordinate meetings, being the go-to-person for information around organization development and responding to queries from current staff. You will gain a breadth of experience and have a birds-eye view of all areas in the human resources function.

You will play a key role in shaping WRI’s culture by co-managing:

• The virtual suggestions box
• Exit interview surveys. Highlighting key elements of staff feedback that can be incorporated in future HR policies, processes and training.

This will enable us to achieve the lasting culture change that we seek across our organization, to help drive retention, and create long-term, sustainable results.

What will you do:

Employee Relations:

• Serve as a point of contact for support when employees seek HR advice and guidance
• Provide information on HR policy and interpretation
• Assist with the performance management and employee feedback process by providing performance management guidance to managers (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions)
• Work with managers and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity, and retention
• Other employee relations duties as assigned

HR Administration:

• Define, collect, analyze, and present data to support project goals and initiatives
• Collaborate with teams and subject manager experts to drive the design, development, and implementation of learning tools
• Assist with employee talent management process (merit process, promotions, performance management, training, compensation & equity, etc.)
• Other Human Resources Generalist duties as assigned

Talent Development and Employee Engagement:

• Develop and maintain organizational communications such as internal bulletin boards communication channels, and newsletters to ensure employees have knowledge of training and development events and resources
• Train and coach managers, supervisors, and others involved in employee development efforts
• Support the ongoing implementation of the US onboarding program
• Partner with COEs to assess, support the design, development, and implementation of US leadership trainings and other trainings and initiatives
• Create engagement initiatives; Co-design and lead (virtual and in-person) teambuilding workshops with US teams

What will you need:

• Education: You have a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field
• Experience: You have a minimum of 7 years of related work experience
• Strong project management and execution skills with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communications skills to present complex information in a simple, clear, and concise manner
• Strong interpersonal skills and customer service skill
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies
• Ability to work with teams of individuals and colleagues at all levels inside and outside the organization in our dynamic environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Languages: Full fluency in English required
• Requirements: Existing work authorization is required where this position. WRI is unable to authorize visa work authorization

Potential Salary: Salary range is between 84,000 and 92,000 USD. Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors.

How to Apply: Please submit a resume with cover letter by the date of 5 January 2023. You must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.

What we offer:

• Access to the WRI global network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from passionate colleagues working at the cutting edge of their fields across Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America and the US
• The chance to have an impact and to develop your career within a mission driven organization with access to varied learning and training opportunities.
• A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work
• The opportunity to join and get involved in different working groups and affinity groups to shape the future of WRI
• Commitment to hybrid working model with flexible working hours.
• Generous leave days that increase with tenure

About Us:

Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.

The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.

Our mission and values:

WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.

Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence and Respect.

Our culture:

WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment; we embrace all diversity and encourage women, the LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. Recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.

Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications.

Internally this role is our Human Resources Generalist.