This is a hybrid position which requires 8 days/month in the office. You can be based in our office in Washington DC. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission as WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position. To be eligible for this position in US, you must be a resident of DC, Maryland or Virginia at the start of employment.
About the Program:
WRIโs new 5-year strategic plan commits us to build an inclusive, equitable and joyful organizational culture, strengthen organizational infrastructure, streamline systems, and achieve tighter operational integration. The Global HR team is responsible for enacting the support for this shift through our processes and policies.
Job Highlight:
Reporting to the Director of Employee Relations, you will integrate equity into your work. You will provide general support for several HR functions, including record-keeping, file maintenance and HRIS entry. This position will require flexible work hours to support an international team.
What will you do:
Employee Relations (60%):
- Support the Employee Relations team to track and maintain the flow of investigations from intake to the final disposition phase using our Employee Relations tracking system
- Support the Employee Relations team to track implementation of Resolution Team decisions in a timely manner.
- Maintain the accuracy of Employee Relations data to support internal transparency and help cultivate a safe and inclusive workplace. Generates reports as required.
- Support maintenance of confidentiality of Employee Relations processes.
- Develop an understanding of WRIโs Employee Relations policies and processes and provides other support to the Employee Relations team as necessary.
Employer of Record (25%):
- Liaise with other WRI core functions to ensure internal processes are followed and that data is accurately maintained
- Track and monitor Employer of Record placements across the globe
- Coordinate and communicate with Employer of Record vendor as necessary
Global Mobility (10%):
- Support employee transfers across WRI offices, including maintaining records and data entry for transfers.
Performs other related duties as assigned (5%)
What will you need:
- Education: You have a completed a bachelorโs degree in in human resources or related field preferred (or equivalent years of full-time relevant work experience).
- Experience: You have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with experience organizing tasks and ensuring accurate record keeping and/or adherence to processes.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Professional demeanor to handle confidential information with sensitivity
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
- Working understanding of Human Resource principles, practices and procedures
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite or related software
- Non-profit experience preferred
- Passion for environmental sustainability
- Languages: Proficiency in verbal and written English
- Requirements: Existing work authorization is required where this position is based. WRI is unable to authorize visa work authorization
Potential Salary: US salary range is between 69,000 and 78,000 USD. Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors.
How to Apply: Please submit a resume with a required cover letter by the date of 18 April 2025. We may close for applications sooner if we receive a high volume of qualified applications.
We are unable to consider your application without a cover letter in addition to your resume.
You must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.
What we offer:
- Access to the WRI global network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from passionate colleagues working at the cutting edge of their fields across Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America and the US
- The chance to have an impact and to develop your career within a mission driven organization with access to varied learning and training opportunities.
- A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work
- The opportunity to join and get involved in different working groups and affinity groups to shape the future of WRI
- Commitment to hybrid working model with flexible working hours
- Generous leave days that increase with tenure
- Medical Coverage, Dental Coverage, Vision Coverage, retirement plan access and employer contribution
- Support employee transfers across WRI offices, including maintaining records and data entry for transfers.