Head of Human Resources (Human Resources Department) [based in Seoul]
Seoul, South Korea
JOB DETAIL
We are seeking a Head of Human Resources for a regular position to work within the Human Resources department at the International Vaccine Institute in Seoul, Korea. (Duty station: Seoul, Korea)
Job Description
This job is responsible for leading the development and implementation of global HR strategies, policies and programs in support of IVI vision, mission and goals.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
1. Develop and implement global Human Resources strategy within IVI
- Ensure alignment and effective implementation of strategic initiatives through smart organizational design and strong change management practices.
- Provide proactive, expert, advice on all human resources issues to IVI leadership.
- Develop innovative recruiting, strategies and tools that will continue to attract and retain key talent ensuring global diversity.
- Build a learning strategy that drives improvement in the workforce, develops potential, enhances engagement, and fulfills the learning mission of IVI.
2. Ensure effective Human Resources within IVI
- Develop a performance management system that fosters improved performance and increased communication,and is aligned with compensation practices.
- Provide thought leadership and oversight for the development and delivery of IVI’s compensation, incentive, and benefits programs at all levels, ensuring market competitiveness and reflection of the organization’s compensation policy.
- Strengthen the people systems, processes, and infrastructure to support the achievement of IVI’s vision, mission, and core values.
- Maintain HR policies which are aligned with other policies/practices and organization needs and reflect the unique culture and business of IVI.
- Set the agenda, orchestrate meetings and follow up actions for the improvement of HR programs, policies and procedures (e.g. HR committee).
- Effectively handle staff disputes, conflicts, and grievances, including HR legal matters.
- Effectively manage the global deployment of IVI staff and maintain equity and parity with life sciences positions within countries/regions to ensure effective recruitment of qualified candidates into these positions
- Directly or through subordinates be the HR partner to science and clinical research support units/offices.
3. Liaise with external and internal stakeholders in HR-related issues/concerns
- Develop effective working relationships with leadership level/people managers/supervisors.
- Represent IVI externally and globally in HR, networking with external professionals, agencies and organizations for the benefit of IVI.
- Provide ad hoc HR support to DDG F&O/COO as required.
- Ensure effective HR support to enable reporting to all funders, including state funders; Korea, Sweden, India. Support Ad hoc Audits (donors, funders etc.)
4. Lead and manage an effective Human Resources team
- Build, manage and motivate a highly effective, professional team with collaborative mindset and positive behaviors.
- Provide advice, coaching and training to HR staff.
5. Other activities as assigned
Job Requirements and Qualifications
1. Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (MBA is preferred)
2. Related Field Work Experience
- 15+ years (5+ years of people management experience)
3. Technical and Professional Skills / Knowledge
- Strategic & critical thinking
- Excellent communication skills
- Understanding of Global HR standard and practice
- Professional HR certificate preferred
4. Language Proficiency
- Fluency in English
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