HR Business Partner (Specialist/Senior Associate)
Washington DC
The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment.
About this position
We are looking for a results-oriented HR Business Partner with experience and in-depth knowledge to advise on talent processes and practices, design, implement and lead HR initiatives, and provide direction on sophisticated organizational change efforts. As an HR Business Partner, you will serve as a key liaison and promoter of a wide range of HR-related initiatives, programs and services, connecting business needs with the HR service portfolio.
You will work in the Human Resources Department (HRD), which is responsible for the administration and development of the IDB Group. The main functions of the Department include managing the entire employee lifecycle, implementing the People Strategy as well as programs that support the IDBโs results-based business model. HRD is also dedicated to realizing its mission of delivering human-centered experiences and strategically partnering with professionals passionate about improving lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Working with us, you will be surrounded by a diverse group of people who have years of experience in all kinds of development fields.
The HR Business Partner will collaborate with other colleagues in HRD to provide a valuable service that reflects the organizationโs strategic objectives.
What youโll do:
Establish and maintain a good relationship with business leaders to anticipate, prevent and tackle talent-related issues, bringing an outside-in HR perspective, and understanding customer expectations. Advise people managers in all aspects of the HR function, including recruitment, performance management, training, separations and overall workforce and succession planning. Provide timely technical guidance to departments on the implementation and interpretation of HR policies and programs and advise on organizational change. Promote alignment of HR program implementation by developing working relationships with centers of excellence within HRD. Analyze data and metrics to promote data-driven decision-making, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and goals. Serve as the main point of contact for all labor relations matters, with guidance and coordination from the Labor Relations team, guiding clients on policy interpretation for employee-related matters. Work under the limited supervision of others and as a member of a multidisciplinary team, coordinating work within and beyond the HRBP team.
What you'll need
Education: Master's degree (or equivalent) in Human Resource Management, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field. Experience: You have 4 years of experience in an international business environment as a human resources generalist or in a business partner role in areas such as: administration of human resources programs, workforce planning, client advice, implementation of human resources policies or organizational development. A demonstrable track record in developing positive relationships at all levels, cross-functionally, as well as supporting customers across multiple locations is crucial. Languages: Proficiency in English is required. Proficiency in Spanish is highly desirable. Engagement: We are particularly interested in candidates who can take the initiative, find innovative ways to tackle complex problems, and can chip into to the design of customer-centric HR solutions.
Key skills
Learn continuously Collaborate and share knowledge Focus on clients Communicate and influence Innovate and try new thingsRequirements
Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries. We may offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your eligible dependents. Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab.Type of contract and duration
International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.What we offer
The IDB group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employeeโs life. These benefits include:
A competitive compensation package, including an annual base salary expressed on a net- of-tax basis. Leaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender- neutral parental leave. Health Insurance: IDB Group provides employees and eligible dependents with a robust medical benefits program which covers medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs. Pension plan: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and support employees in planning for their future. We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family, when it applies. Hybrid and flexible work schedules. Health and wellbeing: Access to our Health Services Center which provides preventive care and health education for employees. Development support: We offer tools to boost your professional profile such as mentoring, 1:1 professional counseling, training and learning opportunities, language classes, mobility options, among others. Other perks: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, Spouse Career Program, and others.
Our culture
At the IDB Group we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work, willing to try new approaches without fear, and where they are accountable and rewarded for their actions.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) are at the center of our organization. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and encourage women, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at diversity@iadb.org to request reasonable accommodation to complete this application.
Our Human Resources Team reviews carefully every application.
About the IDB Group
The IDB Group, composed of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), IDB Invest, and the IDB Lab offers flexible financing solutions to its member countries to finance economic and social development through lending and grants to public and private entities in Latin America and the Caribbean.
About IDB
The Inter-American Development Bank is devoted to improving lives. Established in 1959, the IDB is a leading source of long-term financing for economic, social and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean. The IDB also conducts cutting-edge research and provides policy advice, technical assistance and training to public and private sector clients throughout the region.
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