Human Resource Business Partner

IMA World Health, which is part of Corus International, has been present in DRC since 2008. Corus International is the parent of a family of world-class organizations working to deliver the holistic, lasting solutions needed to end extreme poverty once and for all. We are a global leader in international development, with 150 years of combined experience across our brands. Our nonprofit and for-profit subsidiaries include IMA World Health and its fundraising brand Corus World Health, Lutheran World Relief, CGA Technologies, Ground Up Investing, and Farmers Market Brands. In DRC, Corus operates under IMA World Health. Our more than 600 employees around the globe are experts in their fields and dedicated to helping the world’s most vulnerable people break the cycle of poverty and lead healthy lives.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
HUMAN RESOURCE BUSINESS PARTNER: JOB ID-3503047

IMA World Health is seeking to recruit a Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) to be located in Kinshasa, DRC, Congo.

Reporting to and working closely with the AVP International HR People and Diversity, the HRBP will directly support the Managing Director and respective BU Leadership Team including the Country Director. S/he will play a crucial role in aligning Corus and HR objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The HRBP will serve as a consultant and trusted advisor to the Business Unit (BU) Leadership and country management on HR-related issues, acting as an employee champion and change agent. In addition, s/he will be responsible for driving the people strategy and organizational development initiatives across their designated BU. This role requires partnering with senior leaders and employees to foster a high-performance culture, improve employee engagement, and support global HR programs delivery and strategic initiatives.

Key Result Areas;

1. Providing HR Leadership- serve as a thought partner and trusted advisor to country leaders. S/he will  guide the execution of HR programs, processes, communications and strategic initiatives while ensuring best practices.   
2. Talent Management-Oversee the talent acquisition process, lead recruitment of senior level  individuals, collaborate with business development recruitment on active bids.   In addition, partner with the Country Director to put in place a workforce planning strategy.    
3. Employee Engagement and Culture – Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement and foster  an exceptional employee experience.
4. Performance Management – Implement and manage the global performance process ensuring  alignment with organizational and BU objectives.  Ensure consistent implementation of reward and recognition processes.
5. Compensation-Align compensation strategies that support the overall BU objectives and market  competitive positioning.  Collaborate with Head of Compensation to conduct regular market benchmarking and analysis to ensure the organization’s compensation practices are competitive within the designated BU.
6. Organizational Development- Identify and address organizational development needs, including  leadership development and champion change management initiatives.
7. HR Operations-Ensure compliance with global and local employment laws and regulations.  Manage  complex employee relations issues, investigations, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions and manage legal issues within the BU.

Education and Experience

The ideal candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in management, business administration, law, human resources management or relevant related field is required with a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.   A master’s degree in human resources management, business administration, organizational psychology or development with at least five (5) at the senior manager level or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred. HR certifications like CHRP, SHRM-SCP, CIPD, HRCI, or equivalents (preferred).

S/he should have demonstrable experience in administering core HR functional areas and strong business process/analysis.  S/he should have strong knowledge of employment law and HR practices, with efficient process. Knowledge of USAID and other institutional donor HR regulations is preferred.  In addition, s/he should have proven technology skills and experience with ability to utilize Enterprise-wide systems and tools for efficiency.  The candidate should have strong organizational skills and attention to detail, s/he should excellent communication skills and should be fluency in French & professional proficiency in English is required.

Corus International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. For full Job Description and to apply for this position, please visit our careers page on our website;

https://www.applicantpro.com/openings/corus/jobs/3503047–33259

and send your applications by October 11, 2024.  Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.