Senior Manager, Talent Management and Organizational Development

Overview

Global Communities works at the intersection of humanitarian assistance, sustainable development and financial inclusion to save lives, advance equity and secure strong futures. We support communities at the forefront of their own development in more than 35 countries, partnering with local leaders, governments, civil society and the private sector to achieve a shared vision of a more just, prosperous and equitable global community.

As a key driver of our Talent Management initiatives, the Senior Manager, Talent Management and Organizational Development (TMOD) will lead essential processes including performance management, talent calibration, career pathing, and succession planning. The Senior Manager will have the opportunity to serve as a people manager, guiding and mentoring the work and activities of TMOD Specialist. This is a great opportunity for a rising talent management professional looking to make impact in the international development space.

Responsibilities

Responsibility Area: Performance Management SME

• Serve as subject matter expert and driver for the Performance Management Process, including management of the annual year-end performance process, bi-annual promotion cycle, and talent calibrations (collaborate with HRBPs).
• Drive the annual performance review process aligned to organizational goals and consistent application across teams.
• Manage the bi-annual promotion cycles in coordination with Executive Team (ET) leads to review employee eligibility, performance, and potential.
• Educate leaders on talent calibration sessions with senior leaders to catalyze employee performance and drive the identification of high performing staff.
• Develop and refine performance management tools, templates, systems, and processes to facilitate continuous feedback, coaching, and employee development.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and provide recommendations to enhance overall talent effectiveness.
  
  

Responsibility Area: Succession Planning

• Develop the Succession Planning strategy and organizational approach with an emphasis on executive and business critical roles.
• Collaborate with business leaders to identify mission critical roles, assess current talent pipelines, develop future talent needs, and design strategies for succession planning.
• Evaluate internal candidates’ readiness for mission critical roles, focusing on leadership potential, critical competencies, and development needs.
• Develop and maintain succession planning frameworks and tools to assess and track leadership development progress.
• Partner with the Executive Team on succession strategies for critical roles, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and long-term goals.
• Create individualized development plans for high-potential employees to prepare them for future leadership roles.
  
  

Responsibility Area: Career Pathing and Competencies

• Develop the career pathing and competency work for the organization, identifying strategies to inspire and retain talent, while creating the best employee experience.
• Design and implement comprehensive career path frameworks for employees across different functions and job levels, aligning career growth opportunities with organizational needs.
• Develop and maintain competency frameworks that define the skills, behaviors, and knowledge required for success in each job level, and work with department leads to implement.
• Monitor the effectiveness of career path programs, collecting employee feedback and making continuous improvements to better meet their needs of staff.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions that help employees understand career progression opportunities and builds skills for further capacity.
  
  

Responsibility Area: People Management

• Manage and mentor the TMOD Specialist as well as mentorship to other junior level staff as appropriate and relevant.
• Establish performance expectations and review progress against business goals, coaching team members as necessary to achieve outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to improve team collaboration and communication within the P&C department and throughout the organization.
• Prioritize workstreams to meet talent management goals while balancing day-to-day operations.
  
  

Other:

• Work with P&C team on projects related to employee engagement and collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure HR offerings are relevant, drive key business outcomes, align with strategic business goals, and reinforce the culture across the company.
  
  

POSITION SPECIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position may require travel up to 20 percent. Travel to potentially difficult areas.
• Supervises the TMOD Specialist
• Promote a culture of excellence, inclusion, learning, support, diversity, and innovation.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned by TMOD Director based on business needs.
  
  

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a related discipline and a minimum of six years of related work experience or a minimum of ten years of related work experience.
• Five to Six years of HR experience preferred with an emphasis on Talent Development.
• HR certifications
• Experience designing and leading the delivery of Performance Management, Succession Planning, Talent Calibration, Employee Engagement Surveys, and Career Pathing and Competencies is preferred.
• A passion for the mission and values of Global Communities
  
  

Application Instructions

To be considered for this position, please apply (including your resume and cover letter) by 10/2/2024. Applications received after this date may be reviewed on a rolling basis until the job has been filled.

Location and Work Schedule

This selected candidate can be based in Silveer Spring, MD; San Diego, CA; Ghana, Kenya, Guatemala or Honduras. Candidates must be authorized to work in their preferred country without any restriction.

This role is on a hybrid/telework schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work at least twice as week (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday) from either our San Diego or Silver Spring office and the remainder of the week from an approved remote location.

Salary And Compensation

The estimated salary for this position is between 100,250 - 120,000. Final salary will be based on several factors including qualifications, geographic location, experience, and internal equity. Global Communities provides a comprehensive benefits package; please note that this position is not eligible for allowances.

Safeguarding Policy

Global Communities holds strict safeguarding principles and has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. In the process of recruitment, selection, and appointment, Global Communities will conduct robust reference and background screening checks, including international vetting as a signature of the Global Misconduct Disclosure Scheme to ensure children and vulnerable adults are safeguarded, and abuse is prevented. The incumbent is required to carry out their duties in accordance with Global Communities Safeguarding policy and the Standards of Conduct.

EEO/ADA

Global Communities 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, or status as a protected veteran.

Global Communities complies with all applicable provisions of the ADA and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities unless it provides undue hardship to the organization. If reasonable accommodation is necessary to participate in the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].