Description
IFC — a member of the World Bank Group — is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2023, IFC committed a record US$43.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.
IFC’s Human Resources (HR) Department provides strategic partnership to the business to develop and implement workforce strategies. The HR department includes three Centers of Expertise (COEs) — Strategy & Organizational Effectiveness, Global Talent Acquisition & Mobility, and Talent Development & Incentives – and two Client Services teams providing support to HQ and regions.
IFC is looking to recruit an HR Manager for Strategy and Organizational Effectiveness. The Manager will lead a dynamic team responsible for designing and delivering strategic initiatives across critical areas, such as organizational design, employee experience and engagement, digital HR solutions, people insights, and strategic workforce planning, among others in collaboration with other relevant teams within IFC and across the World Bank Group.
The selected candidate will report to the IFC HR Director and be part of the IFC HR Management Team.
Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
HR Strategy and Board Reporting:
• Support development and monitor implementation of the HR strategy, ensuring its alignment with organization’s goals and objectives.
• Work closely with multiple stakeholders, including each team in HR, the management, and business units on the preparation of Board reports, ensuring accurate and timely updates on HR-related topics; Work on internal reports to provide IFC senior management deep insights regard key HR topics.
• Stay up on latest HR developments, methodologies, and best practices.
Organizational Design and Policies:
• Support the organization’s structural realignments to facilitate smooth transitions and optimize operational efficiency.
• Develop and refine HR policies and procedures that align with IFC’s evolving needs and industry best practices to enhance quality and consistency of employee experience, enable people managers, and drive internal efficiencies.
Strategic Workforce Planning and People Insights:
• Lead the design and execution of strategic workforce planning initiatives, and manage the annual workforce planning exercise, to support IFC’s business needs.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to inform talent management decisions, recruitment strategies, and resource allocation.
Employee Engagement, Branding, and Knowledge Management:
• Develop strategies to enhance employee experiences and engagement, fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Implement initiatives that promote employee well-being and professional growth.
• Manage HR branding and knowledge management activities, ensuring EVP (Employee Value Proposition) is clearly articulated and communicated to staff and other stakeholders, and that the best people management practices are curated and shared effectively within the institution.
Holistic Program Management
• Establish a project management mindset and enhance project management capabilities in the HR department.
• Develop and implement comprehensive program management strategies and tools to achieve organizational objectives effectively.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to monitor progress of all HR projects, identify potential risks and course-correction opportunities, and drive successful implementation to achieve established objectives.
• Monitor quality and timeliness of service delivery under the Shared Services agreement between IFC and IBRD/IDA for centrally provided HR services.
Digital HR Solutions Implementation:
• In close collaborate with IT and other teams across WBG, implement digital HR solutions to improve operational effectiveness and efficiency.
• Drive the adoption of technology-driven HR tools and platforms to streamline processes and improve user experience.
Selection Criteria
• Commitment to IFC’s mission, unquestionable integrity, demonstrated leadership values, and exemplification of World Bank Group managerial competencies, as referenced below.
• At least 15 years of experience in positions of increasing complexity and responsibility; minimum of 5 years of experience managing teams (preferably multi-cultural teams).
• Advanced degree in relevant field (e.g., human resource management, organizational development, business administration or related discipline).
• Proven experience in working with all levels of stakeholders in program management, change management, HR strategy, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated experience in successfully translating business and HR strategies into the design and implementation of programs.
• Familiarity with multilateral development institutions, understanding of financial services, and experience in the private sector.
• Strong leadership capabilities and demonstrated experience in leading diverse and high-performing teams.
• Experience in digital HR solutions and technology implementation is a plus.
• Ability to handle complexity and ambiguity, competing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Mental agility to keep pace with a constantly evolving business environment.
• Meet World Bank Group Core Competencies and managerial selection criteria including, courage of your convictions, leading the team for impact, influencing across boundaries, fostering openness to innovative ideas, and building talent for the future.
World Bank Group Core Competencies
The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.
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