Job Summary
The People & Culture Business Partner supports managers and staff in HR operations, staff development, performance management, and employee well-being. The role ensures proper HR policies are followed, promotes a collaborative culture, and acts as a mediator in performance and disciplinary processes.
Key Responsibilities
Staff Recruitment, Onboarding & Orientation
- Coordinate recruitment processes, including JD development, job postings, shortlisting, interviews, and reference checks
- Support onboarding, ensuring new staff understand WVE policies and job expectations
Staff Development & Training
- Support ongoing staff development initiatives and training programs
- Update and maintain HR systems (Workday or equivalent) with reporting lines, medical reviews, and clearance processes
Performance & People Management
- Manage performance, counseling, staff grievance, and disciplinary issues with focus on manager competency
- Support performance management processes and ensure documentation and compliance with legal and labor regulations
- Act as an impartial mediator in disciplinary procedures
Employee Well-being & Culture
- Plan team-building exercises, staff social events, and recognition platforms
- Foster a professional and collaborative organizational culture across departments and teams
Required Qualifications
- BA in Management, Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field
- Professional membership of a relevant HR body
- Experience in Workday or similar HRIS
- HEAT/SRMT or UN-equivalent training
- Training in trauma counseling, adult safeguarding, and local labor law
Required Experience & Skills
- 4–6 years in HR Business Partnering or related specialist roles
- INGO experience in field operations and hardship locations
- Strong consultation skills with senior leaders
- Proficient in coaching, mediating, influencing, facilitation, presentation, communication, analysis, and problem-solving
- Knowledge of HR practices and employment legislation
- Excellent written and oral communication in English; Amharic and local language (Aff Somali)
How to Apply
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Notes
- Applicants must attach a valid National ID or Local Administration ID
- World Vision is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and does not tolerate abuse
- Applicants with unsuitable backgrounds will not be hired