Job Description. International Talent Management Advisor International HR People & Organisational Development

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1 Job Description Job Title: Team: Group: Responsible to: International Talent Management Advisor International HR People & Organisational Development Head of International HR Purpose of the Team: To recruit and support overseas-based, relief and development staff; To promote effective management, appropriate care and good HR practice of overseas-based staff through links with other teams and external agencies; Main purpose of the Job: To ensure that International HR (IHR) are providing effective and coordinated recruitment practices for overseas staff for the International Group; To ensure Tearfund maximise the potential of the current and future talent of overseas staff; To be responsible for the recruitment of Senior Management roles for Tearfund s International Group, ensuring that competent personnel are provided in a timely fashion; To ensure that the management and support of overseas-based staff is in accordance with Tearfund policies, procedures and good practice. Generic purpose of the Team Member Shares in responsibility for the overall team task and is responsible for carrying out work packages. Liaises with internal colleagues and external contacts. Takes responsibility for reviewing own personal development. Leads or participates in spiritual sessions of worship, prayer, teaching and reflection and is committed to the outworking of Tearfund s Missions, Values and Beliefs statement. Awareness of the Child Protection Policy o Responsible for familiarising themselves with the Child Protection Policy and Procedures and with Tearfund s commitment to safeguarding the welfare of all young people o Responsible for carrying out the role in line with Tearfund s Child Protection Policy and Procedures Participation in the spiritual life of Tearfund To attend corporate weekly Staff Prayers on Wednesdays, to hear of Tearfund s work and to spend time in prayer and worship together To lead or participate in spiritual sessions of prayer and biblical reflection within the Team / Group To be committed to Tearfund s Missions, Values and Beliefs statement To be committed to actively working and living in accordance with Tearfund s evangelical Christian beliefs Responsible for maintaining your own spiritual development Position in Organisation: Reports to the Head of International HR Matrix line-management relationship upwards with the Senior Operations Manager of the Disaster Management Team, who has agreed authority to determine strategy and objectives for the role Matrix line-management relationship downwards with the IHR Advisors, having agreed authority to determine strategy and objectives for their roles Line manages the Senior IHR Assistant Collaborates closely with the Disaster Management Team, UKHR, Learning and Development Advisor, Regional Teams and other members of the International HR Team Liaises inside the organisation (Leadership Team and Team Leaders) and outside the organisation (counterparts and leaders in similar Christian and secular agencies, service providers, church and employer representatives etc.)

2 Scope of Job: Line management (c. 5%) Coordination and Planning Recruitment (c. 15%) Talent Management (c. 50%) Recruitment & Selection of Senior roles (c. 15%) Representation (c. 5%) Advising overseas-based staff and line managers (c. 10%) Dimensions and Limits of Authority: Manages, in collaboration with International HR Advisors, budgets such as Advertising, Recruitment & Selection, and Criminal Records Bureau; Collaborates with professionals and experts externally e.g. medical providers, training providers, policy consultants, multilateral networks, legal services; Responsible for accurate and timely communication of factual information within the organisation e.g. Directors, Auditors, International HR Team Leader, Disaster Management Team (UK & Field), Regional Teams and externally e.g. other agencies and networks; Responsible for short-listing initial job applicants, recommending candidates for formal selection; Provide remuneration information for overseas-based staff in liaison with other team members. Duties and Key Responsibilities: Line manages the Senior IHR Assistant, with a matrix management relationship with IHR Advisors Responsible for the management, training development, coaching and motivation of the Senior IHR Assistant Responsible for the performance management of the Senior IHR Assistant, ensuring that the IHR administration function is effective and well coordinated Matrix line-management relationship downwards with the IHR Advisors, having agreed authority to determine strategy and objectives for their roles, especially around coordination of recruitment and talent management initiatives Coordination and Planning Recruitment Ensures that IHR are providing effective and coordinated recruitment practices for overseas staff for the International Group Coordinates all Tearfund s International recruitment processes amongst IHR Advisors and Assistants, ensuring synergies are maximised across technical and sectoral disciplines Talent Management Responsible for the ongoing design and effective implementation of talent management approaches, tools and initiatives in collaboration with the Disaster Management Team and IHR Advisors Manages and extends current talent management initiatives such as Tearfund s international internship programme, Tearfund s Emergency Response Register, and the Voluntary Assistant Country Representative initiative Recruitment & Selection of Senior Roles Advising line managers on all aspects of selection including the interview and appointment process Ensuring targeted advertising strategies for overseas-based vacancies in appropriate internal and external publications and media, agencies and other sources Proactively work with line managers regarding vacancies and availability of candidates Overseeing advice given to enquirers concerning current vacancies and application requirements Contributing to design and circulation of publicity material Shortlisting initial job applicants and managing shortlisting process with relevant line management Being responsible for the selection process, which may occur in the UK or overseas Ensuring all terms and conditions of employment are processed accurately and promptly in accordance with current UK employment law and overseas local law where appropriate. This may also include secondment agreements with Tearfund partners Developing and implementing relevant selection policies, procedures and methods

3 Representation Attending internal and external meetings on behalf of the International HR Team and Tearfund e.g. People In Aid forums and working groups, European Personnel Network, etc. Establishing good multilateral relations with other international agencies to develop policies and procedures for management and support of overseas-based staff Advising overseas-based staff and line managers Providing specialist HR advice on terms and conditions of employment, Tearfund polices, good practice and employment legislation to overseas-based staff and line managers Relating closely with overseas-based HR staff e.g. field based HR Managers, in providing advice and implementing new policies Undertaking periodic overseas visits to support DMT HR Managers with policy implementation, gain environmental experience and advising on good practice in the field context, ensuring that overseas-based staff receive on-going support General The duties and key responsibilities require close liaison with other members of the International HR Team, line managers in Teddington and senior Tearfund staff in various overseas locations Undertake the design, development and implementation of other project work and initiatives as required in the team plan and at the request of the Head of International HR Signature: Date:

4 Person Specification Job Title: Team: Group: International Talent Management Advisor International HR Team People & Organisational Development ATTRIBUTE/ SKILL EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS PROVEN ABILITIES ESSENTIAL Degree or equivalent vocational qualification CIPD qualified (or working towards CIPD qualifications) Substantial proven experience in Human Resource Management Proven ability to manage people and coordinate other people s work Team working Working in a fast moving environment Maintaining standards of Good Practice in the care and support of personnel SKILLS/ABILITIES Management Ability to manage critical, high profile projects through design and implementation People management, with experience of coordinating other people s workloads Able to inspire and motivate others Ability to develop policy Pro-active and creative in problem solving Ability to find creative solutions to complex problems Ability to prioritise and manage a heavy workload to meet deadlines DESIRABLE Thorough knowledge of current employment law Work experience in International Human Resources Work experience in an operational relief and/or development environment Presentation skills Experience of using and maintaining computerised HR systems Administration Excellent ability to initiate and develop tools, systems and procedures Good working knowledge and skills in using MS Office Organisational Excellent written and verbal communication skills Confident in representation at all organisational levels both internally and externally Ability to influence at all levels in a highly diplomatic manner Ability to work safely with children in an appropriate and safe manner in accordance with Tearfund s Child Protection Policy

5 PERSONAL QUALITIES Committed evangelical Christian Self-starter/Able to use own initiative Excellent interpersonal skills Excitement/Enthusiasm for the role Commitment to high standards of work Strong team worker High level of flexibility Ability to retain confidentiality Relates warmly to people Awareness of own limitations and when to seek help/advice OTHER COMMENTS: The nature of the role may involve some overseas travel The successful candidate will be subject to a Criminal Records Check (CRB) Ability to network and learn from others both internally and externally Involved in the life and witness of a local church

6 TEARFUND INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS POST OF: International Talent Management Advisor GROUP: People & Organisational Development BASED IN: Teddington OFFICE HOURS: Monday to Friday 9.00am pm with one hour for lunch. 35 hour working week ANNUAL LEAVE - FULL YEAR: 25 days pro-rata Statutory Bank Holidays Additional days at Christmas SICK LEAVE SCHEME: Based on length of service NON-CONTRIBUTORY PENSION SCHEME: For permanent staff members over 18 years old as follows 18 years old % of salary 50 years old % of salary 60 years old % of salary NEW STAFF SERVICE: 6 month probationary period with a 3 month review Discount on Tearcraft items and STL books Staff restaurant on site SALARY BETWEEN: 34,258-34,758per annum