Head of People

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Envision Employment Solutions is currently on the look for a rockstar Head
of People for one of our partners, blabs.

The Head of People of b_labs will provide high quality leadership and
oversight on the development and delivery of b_labs' people strategy. The
position manages the provision of effective and professional human resources
services and advice. This includes the design and day-to-day implementation of
relevant HR policies and strategic initiatives to ensure we recruit, retain
and promote highly skilled and motivated people in every area of our work.
b_labs' Head of People is tasked with ensuring that employees are happy,
healthy and productive.
Key elements to the role will be the ability to work collaboratively with a
diverse and committed group of managers and their teams; be "hands-on" when
required; and encourage on organizational culture that supports effective
behaviors and ways of working that demonstrate clear commitment to b_labs'
values, mission and vision.
The Head of People has a lot of responsibility on their shoulders. She or he
must ensure that all employees are treated fairly and equally regardless of
race, gender or religion. She or he will also be responsible for developing
and implementing policies related to employee benefits, compensation,
training, safety, etc.
b_labs' Head of People will contribute regularly to b_labs' organizational
learning and strategy development, be an active member of the Organizational
Management team, and engage regularly with the Executive Team.
As an integrative member, she or he is actively contributing to the creation
of a safe, collaborative, growth-focused, purposeful, values-driven, and
diverse company culture across all organizational levels.

Responsibilities:

• Organizational Leadership and Strategy Development:


• Apply knowledge and expertise in specialist HR areas, providing innovative ideas and solutions.


• Lead on the development and implementation of b_labs ' HR strategy, ensuring it meets organizational priorities and promotes diversity, inclusion and quality among staff - periodically reviewing strategy outcomes to ensure it remains relevant to changing organizational needs and circumstances and stays linked to other support function/operational strategies.


• Develop and govern HR policies, procedures, and guidelines as required, and promote consistency and fairness in their application - ensuring all local required legislation is adhered to, and ongoing learning of HR policy practice takes place.


• Maintain and develop HR information systems and explore new technologies where appropriate - introducing and overseeing the preparation and analysis of HR metrics and providing feedback that supports decision-making in specified areas.


• Provide regular advice, guidance, and where necessary challenge to the Executive Director and Executive Team members on strategic people management, performance and development issues.


• Maintain relationships with external networks related to people management


• 
  Team Leadership:


• Lead a team of specialists responsible for the day-to-day delivery of HR services and risk functions, and further develop an effective business partnership model that is responsive and agile, and meeting expectations of internal stakeholders.


• Promote the professional development of the team and facilitate ongoing performance management including, but not limited to; objective setting, identifying learning and development needs, coaching, and welfare.


• Motivate, encourage and support HR staff in the design and delivery of high-quality services.


• Create and maintain key performance indicators - ensuring external good practice and thinking is reflected internally.


• Maintain HR information systems and the financial planning of the department.


• Support cross-organizational working practices that ensure the HR team influences, and is influenced by, organizational discussions, lessons and decisions


• 
  Organizational Support and Services:


• Take responsibility for the core deliverables of the people team.


• Ensure innovative recruitment and succession planning is in place: oversee fair and effective processes to attract and bring on board new staff while processing learning from the experiences of those who leave.


• Ensure an appropriate reward strategy and structure is transparent and in line with organizational values and is strengthened and continues to develop.


• Oversee annual processes to assess and update staff pay and benefits, ensuring good performance is valued and adjustments are implemented fairly.


• Ensure safeguarding policies and reporting mechanisms are clear and assessable to all staff and kept up to date: play a key role supporting teams to be aware of their responsibilities while promoting a culture where observance is the norm and where everyone contributes to a safe and positive working environment.


• Encourage and strengthen a culture and practice of forward HR planning - ensuring HR considerations are reflected accurately in new program design and annual planning processes.


• Act as an innovative, transformational manager who provides the appropriate challenge and/or support to senior managers and their teams facing major change.


• Use technical expertise and interpersonal skills to influence managers in moving towards developing a more flexible, responsive, innovative workforce and methods of delivering services, maximizing VFM outcomes with reduced resources.


• 
  Good people management practice


• Advocate for good practices that promote the development and wellbeing of all b_labs ' staff, including contributions to further safety and work/life balance.


• Develop and support leaders and people managers across the organization to organize and deliver their priorities effectively through their teams - providing inspiration to advance leadership development processes.


• Champion and advance diversity within the organization to assist teams understand and live b_labs' core values - help ensure our identity as a peace building organization is reflected in our ways of working and recruitment.


• Ensure performance review systems are updated, implemented regularly, and lead to positive interaction and follow-up among staff - assisting in identifying ways staff recognition and development initiatives can be met.


• Design and cultivate learning and development strategies to help staff identify areas where skills and experience can be expanded, and performance grows - working with others to ensure an appropriate range of tools, resources and development opportunities are accessible across the organization.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or Business studies or a similar discipline, or equivalent experience.


• Sound and up-to-date understanding of HR and organizational development practices, including but not limited to change management, resourcing, compensation and benefits, policy development.


• Proficient understanding of Egypt's employment legislation and regulations and ideally experience of overseas employment laws.


• Significant and proven experience of leading and managing HR functions.


• Track record in developing and delivering HR/people strategy.


• Experienced leader and budget holder - having operated at a senior level in comparable organizations and managed multi-disciplinary teams and budgets.


• Strong understanding of fundamental payroll processes, employment law and best practice in recruitment, people data management and reporting and employee relations.


• Experience acting as a Business Partner and Adviser to HR Managers and/or senior staff.


• Proven experience of building and maintaining relationships at a senior level resulting in securing new opportunities to influence change.


• Ability to think and plan creatively at strategic and operational levels.


• Ability to balance a strategic approach with hands-on work.


• Communicate sensitively and effectively with a wide range of people, including across cultures and with those at a distance.


• Lead and motivate a positive and inclusive team ethos.


• Build professional partnerships with staff and managers.


• Overcome barriers and find solutions to complex problems, sometimes in challenging and stressful circumstances.


• Sensitive to context, local environments our staff come from, local dynamics that drive conflict and division, and power imbalances.


• Both a strategic inspirer and a smooth operator - prepared to adjust approach.


• Willing and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, and demonstrate flexibility.


• Political acumen, strategic vision, tactical skills, and leadership that will impact internally on the organization.

Perks and Benefits:

• Hybrid Model.


• A fun, cohesive team to work and interact with on a daily basis.


• A fun, casual work environment, even virtually!


• Collaboration with your colleagues to foster your ability to learn the business.


• Competitive Salary + Annual Bonus


• Great Individual Medical Insurance plan.


• Social Insurance


• and more!

Envision Employment Solutions is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace
dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. Come join us!