Global HR Business Partner, 60-100%

Role Objective

As a Global HR Business Partner, you take on a central role in the further development of our global HR strategy. You act as a sparring partner for leaders, drive strategic HR initiatives forward, and at the same time ensure close, high-quality support for our employees worldwide – especially in the international context and in collaboration with teams in the countries.

Strategic HR Work & Projects

• Leading and implementing global HR projects at strategic and operational levels
• Further development and implementation of modern compensation systems (including salary analyses and benchmarking) including for various groups of expats
• Creation, revision, and implementation of HR regulations (e.g., expense or hourly wage regulations in Switzerland, expat/delegate regulations)
• Co-design of organizational structures, workforce planning, and global HR strategies
• Continuous optimization of HR processes and tools

 Consulting & Sparring

• Consulting and support especially in the area of Global Cooperation for leaders, desks/HoPs, and expats in all personnel-related and strategic HR and organizational topics
• Support in defining leadership profiles and building high-performing teams
• Consulting on the optimal filling of critical key roles (e.g., desk/country director constellations)
• Coaching of expats and employees in change processes or challenging situations
• Close collaboration with the global HR team and relevant stakeholders
• Proactive identification and transparent communication of anomalies, risks, and need for action in Global Cooperation as well as proposing solutions

Recruiting & Talent Management (international)

• Active participation and consulting in the international recruitment process, especially for key positions
• Proactive assessment of personalities, leadership styles, and team constellations
• Ensuring a high-quality, strategically aligned personnel selection
• Building and maintaining a relevant external network to position HEKS as an attractive employer (e.g., in the INGO environment)

Employee Support & International HR (including Expats Management)

• Comprehensive support of employees throughout the entire employee lifecycle (excluding administrative tasks)
• Specific support for international employees/expats before, during, and after assignments
• Regular follow-ups with expats to ensure motivation, performance capability, and psychological well-being
• Consulting and feedback to GC management and desks/HoPs based on insights from assignments
• Development and further advancement of mentoring programs

HR Governance, Policies & Regulations

• Consulting on HR topics in country offices as well as acting as a central contact person (HQ) for HR questions in the countries
• Co-design and optimization of global HR policies and documents relevant for international assignments
• Ensuring compliance with local and international requirements

HR Insurance & Benefits

• Responsibility for managing the HR insurance portfolio
• Further development of benefits structures considering international requirements 

• Completed studies (Master) in HR, business administration, or comparable, supplemented by advanced qualifications in strategic HR management (e.g., NDS HF HR Manager) or equivalent, long-standing senior-level practical experience
• Mandatory experience in HR management with international employees/expats within an international NGO (INGO)
• Solid understanding of HR processes at both HQ and country/field levels
• Several years of experience as an HR Business Partner in an international and complex environment
• Proven experience in leading strategic HR projects
• Sound knowledge in compensation & benefits as well as labor law (ideally Switzerland and international)

• A challenging and versatile role in a renowned NGO with national and international orientation
• Great scope for creativity and opportunities to contribute your own ideas
• Room for personal and professional development
• A great team of committed and competent employees
• Excellent pension fund and generous employment conditions
• Flexible working time models for optimal compatibility of work and private life

We look forward to you and your application – simply upload your documents in our application tool. We only accept dossiers from recruitment agencies after prior agreement.

For preliminary questions, Kathrin Lampert, HR Business Partner, is available by phone at +41 (0) 44 360 89 97.