Description
IFC โ a member of the World Bank Group โ 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.
IFCโs Human Resources (HR) Department is a strategic partner to the business in developing and implementing workforce strategies and meeting organizational goals, including attracting, developing, and deploying diverse and skilled talent. IFC HR is comprised of the following five functions:
โขย Client Services - offers strategic HR partnership, program implementation, support, and global solutions to staff and management through our HR Business Partner network.ย ย
โขย Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - supports the organization in building a diverse workforce, embracing equity, and fostering an inclusive workplace.ย ย
โขย Strategy and Organizational Effectivenessโฏ- elevates employee experience and effectiveness through digital HR solutions, policy enhancements, organizational design, and workforce planning.โฏย ย
โขย Global Talent Acquisition and Mobility Services - facilitates the end-to-end recruitment process in partnership with hiring managers and attracts candidates with desired skills to join IFC. Supports candidates and staff who are relocating internationally (coming in FY25).ย ย
โขย Talent Development and Incentives -โฏdesigns a skills-based talent management approach encompassing best practice HR solutions in onboarding, mentoring, career management, mobility, performance/talent management, incentives and awards, and leadership development.ย ย
IFC is committed to creating an environment that values Diversity, Equity, and inclusion (DEI) and mobilizes the unique skills, experiences, and backgrounds of IFCโs staff as strategic business assets in service of IFCโs mission. IFCโs DEI Council sets the strategic direction and oversees the implementation of multi-year and annual priorities aligned with IFCโs ambition to be a DEI leader amongst multilateral development finance institutions and a role model for its private sector clients.
In FY24, one of IFCโs DEI thematic focus areas is Disabilities and Inclusion. IFC is looking for an Extended-Term Consultant (ETC) to strengthen its programming on Disabilities on three fronts: 1) Assessment of IFC and HR programs and processes. 2). Implementation of new outreach, communication, and recruitment initiatives, and 3) Employee caring throughout all employee life cycles, including internal communication and change management. The ETC will report to the Manager/Specialized Talent Programs Lead in the Talent and Incentives Unit with a dotted reporting line to the DEI Program Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
โขย Conduct a comprehensive review and analysis of current organizational practices at IFC impacting Persons with Disabilities, covering i) the current state at IFC, ii) benchmarking against the external best practices, and iii) identification of future state reflecting actionable recommendations for IFC to implement in the short and medium term. The assessment should focus on the following key areas: talent acquisition, benefits, mobility, employee caring, and career development.
โขย Contribute to outreach activities, recruitment campaigns, selection, onboarding, and ongoing support of the targeted population. Provide cross-support to relevant IFC HR programs and initiatives impacting Persons with Disabilities.ย
โขย In coordination with the HR Communications Lead, create communication plans and materials and provide guidance to enhance IFCโs engagement with Persons with Disabilities. This engagement includes change management, employee caring, external branding and communications, and internal communications to raise awareness among staff of available resources and frameworks to support Persons with Disabilities.
Selection Criteria
โขย Masterโs Degree in Social Science, Human Rights Law (specialization on disability), Disability Studies, or a related field.
โขย Minimum of 5-10 years of experience working on the issues of Persons with Disabilities.
โขย Prior experience in research and development projects involving the rights and entitlements of Persons with Disabilities. Expertise in HR practices is desirable.ย ย
โขย Outstanding skills in data analysis, research design, and drafting analytical reports or case studies.
โขย Extensive experience conducting policy reviews in federal, private, and international organizations would be an advantage.
โขย Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify areas for improvement and provide actionable recommendations to senior management.ย
โขย Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
โขย Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver by deadlines.
World Bank Group Core Competencies
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