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Senior Vice President, People & Culture

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International Rescue Committee

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Government & Politics
    People, HR & Administration
  • New York

AI generated summary

  • You must have senior leadership experience, a track record in transformative change, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to drive strategic people initiatives in a global organization.
  • You will advise leadership, develop global workforce strategies, foster culture and innovation, ensure fair policies, promote wellbeing, and champion safeguarding practices.

Requirements

  • Senior leadership experience as a trusted advisor and business partner to the President/CEO and C-Suite leaders
  • Experience leading complex organization-wide transformations across large, global organizations (operating model design, culture change, employee experience)
  • Breadth and depth of experience in Human Capital / People Management to ensure effectiveness, high return on People & Culture investments and strong alignment with business strategies
  • Influenced organization design and development
  • International track record, can effectively and effortlessly relate to multi-cultural teams and client experiences
  • Drive, energy, and passion for the “human” in Human Resources / People & Culture
  • Possesses and continuously demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate at all levels of an organization, and influence business peers and executive teams
  • Proactive, self-starter with a hands-on approach; ability to balance both the strategic and operational needs of the role
  • Proven leader with successful track record of leading the people agenda and complex change efforts either from a business or HR function
  • Deep understanding and experience in driving transformative change, from a culture and business perspective. Project management expertise is key
  • This position is an onsite New York City position with the occasional opportunity for remote working
  • Successful track record of building credible relationships through proven powerful communication and persuasion skills across complex global organizations
  • Ability to quickly build trust, create open channels of communication, and achieve collective buy-in is critical
  • Strong EQ/interpersonal skills and be effective across all stakeholders including the Board, peers, and the full range of employees within the organization
  • Creative and capable, and broad thinking about business – not just People & Culture issues - ability to think about the organization on a global, macro level
  • Capable of partnering with senior executives in a data-driven and insightful manner regarding people and organizational challenges
  • An expert on the principles and methods of managing and developing talent - prior experience building teams and will actively engage the team to develop plans and resolve issues through collaborative problem solving
  • A natural leader across the organization and will have demonstrated a track record of successfully envisioning and implementing leadership development initiatives that address challenges arising out of a complex organization
  • Must possess the ability, determination, and tenacity to successfully move multiple initiatives and get things done within a large organization, being hands-on and able to get into the details, as necessary
  • The successful candidate must be decisive and action-oriented, with a demonstrated record of getting things done in an organization where partnering and collaboration are valued skills

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a proactive, and influential strategic partner and advisor to the CEO, the Leadership Board, and the Board of Directors.
  • Review and establish priorities, plans and delivery for all elements of a multi-year global People strategy.
  • Serve as chief steward and advocate of IRC’s Strategy100 People Goal as a key outcome of the organization’s strategy and enabler of client outcomes.
  • Build cohesive business cases for change through high order collaboration and the influencing of outcomes.
  • Lead the People and Culture function to partner with the business to deliver direct business support outcomes, ensuring the pro-active and effective operation of sub-functions within the broader team, aligned to IRC’s values and leadership principles.
  • Lead the capability development of the People and Culture team to create a performance oriented, outcomes focused, and customer centric culture.
  • Role model good leadership practices aligned to IRC’s Leadership Standards, including impacting critical decisions, unifying functions, developing direct reports, and creating an inclusive environment.
  • Support and maintain an HR aligned team which is positioned to deliver a pro-active service to the business.
  • Drive and influence innovation, championing key business transformation projects, which continually moves the organization forward and support the achievement of its strategic objectives.
  • Develop/manage workforce plans to ensure resources are properly aligned to meet objectives and emerging challenges.
  • Support succession planning processes and all related talent development initiatives.
  • Challenge, test and deliver innovative service delivery models that adapt and change with internal and external demands.
  • Develop and execute a tangible IRC People Brand to maximize employee attraction and retention.
  • Champion IRC’s guiding principles: client-centered, intersectionality, decoloniality, accountability and engagement.
  • Partner with the Chief GEDI Officer to execute the GEDI Action Plan.
  • Continuously evaluate all employee policies, practices, and programs, ensuring fair, equitable and inclusive outcomes.
  • Be the strategic leader and champion of workplace psychosocial health, safety, and well-being for employees. Build a strong culture where health, safety and wellbeing are fully integrated in all areas of the business.
  • Partner with the Director of Safeguarding and programming leadership to drive delivery of IRC’s Safeguarding Strategy, ensuring that global Workplace practices are best in class and taken up across all parts of IRC.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Senior Vice President, People & Culture role at IRC?

The main focus of the role is at the strategic level, developing and executing the organization’s strategic plan to enhance the People & Culture unit in alignment with IRC’s mission, vision, and goals.

What qualifications are required for the Senior Vice President, People & Culture position?

Candidates must have senior leadership experience as a trusted advisor to the President/CEO and C-Suite leaders, experience leading complex organization-wide transformations, and a depth of experience in Human Capital/People Management.

What key areas will the SVP, People & Culture be responsible for?

The SVP will be responsible for HR and Learning & Development, Gender Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (GEDI), and Wellbeing & Safeguarding, aiming to drive significant cultural advancements within the organization.

Is this position based in New York City?

Yes, this position is an onsite role based in New York City with occasional opportunities for remote working.

What is IRC’s approach to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion?

IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment, ensuring all persons are treated fairly with dignity and respect, and actively aims to increase representation of under-represented groups within the organization.

How does the SVP, People & Culture intend to measure the success of the role?

Success will be measured by long-term sustainable organizational change and workforce impact rather than just counting departmental programs or service delivery metrics.

What does IRC offer in terms of employee benefits?

IRC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, sick days, 403b retirement savings with matching, disability and life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program.

What is the significance of the Strategy100 People goal?

The Strategy100 People goal is a key outcome of IRC’s broader strategy and serves as an enabler of client outcomes, which the SVP will help to advocate and implement throughout the organization.

What competencies are important for candidates for this role?

Important competencies include influencing collaboratively, shaping strategy, developing talent, and delivering results, with a strong emphasis on building credible relationships and ensuring effective communication across all levels of the organization.

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International Rescue Committee

We respond to the world’s worst humanitarian crises & help people to survive, recover, and gain control of their future.

Non-profit
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1933
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and help people to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees and displaced people forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40+ countries and in 29 U.S. cities, the IRC restores safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure.