HR Business Partner | Wenatchee, WA, USA

HR Business PartnerHR Business PartnerJob #:req28836Organization:World BankSector:Human ResourcesGrade:GFTerm Duration:4 years 0 monthsRecruitment Type:International RecruitmentLocation:Washington, DC,United StatesRequired Language(s):EnglishPreferred Language(s):Closing Date:9/15/2024 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTCDescriptionDo you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? Working at the World Bank Group provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. The World Bank Group is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries; a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty, increasing shared prosperity and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, we work with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges. For more information, visit www.worldbank.orgIn positioning the WBG as an employer of choice and leader within the development community and to better respond to the diversified needs of the organization's shareholders and staff, Human Resources Development (HRD) transformed its delivery model into the following pillars:• Client Services Department that incorporates an end-to-end staffing model and supports the implementation of Human Resources Development (HRD) plans and processes.• Employment Policy, Compensation and Systems Department that provides an integrated approach to managing employment policy and staff rules, driving compensation and benefit programs, and supporting service solutions, systems and analytics.• Performance, Career and Learning Department that brings together the entire talent management life cycle to maximize and leverage innovative solutions and strategies for increasing the WBG's organizational and individual performance and capabilities.The HR Business Partner provides advisory services to designated units and leadership teams, and contributes to business and talent strategy, career management framework, policy formulation and implementation of people management related agenda. Under general guidance, s/he is expected to routinely lead complex projects and integrate work of other professional staff, contribute to strategy, analysis and policy formulation, and interact with clients at policy level. S/he possesses broad-based knowledge and extensive experience in all major facets of HR management, current and emerging trends and practices, and in-depth knowledge and experience in the following areas:The HR Business Partner role:Planning and Analytics, and Work Force Management:• Proactively use HR analytics to understand the staffing trends in the client area.• Advise and assist managers in workforce planning, taking into account existing and anticipated work requirements and institutional goals/objectives, e.g. analyze and advise on appropriate staffing levels, skill mix, and workforce diversity that corresponds to work program requirements and advances corporate goals, including support to job definition and selection of candidates, staff reassignment, mobility issues, and exit strategies and processes.• Understand the business model of the client and ability to assist the client managers in identifying the emerging HR implications for their workforce.Management of Performance and Development• Advice managers and staff on effective career and performance management, and take the lead in identifying, assessing, and resolving issues, problems, and conflicts, drawing on other World Bank Group resources as appropriate.• Provide support in managing complex cases (e.g. performance, health, and exit).Organizational Effectiveness/Business Consulting• Advise and support in the design and implementation of organizational effectiveness interventions, facilitation, development, and management of high-performing teams;• Mobilize resources from the HR Team and other units within the World Bank Group HR Function, as required, to support effective HR management in the client area;• Participate as a team member on HR projects, working groups, task forces, etc. in the client area and/or at the corporate level;• Contribute to the implementation of the corporate HR agenda.Policy Advice:• Advise staff and managers on HR policies and practices. Provide strategic advice to develop innovative HR approaches and solutions to complex problems using judgment and leveraging HR resources as appropriate.• Contribute to policy development by actively working with the Policy Unit on the need to adjust policy and by contributing to policy reviews.Selection CriteriaThe successful candidate should possess a Master's degree in HR or related field and have a minimum of five (5) years' experience in HR. Prior experience in recruitment, training, performance management, management coaching, and HR consulting is desirable. Candidates with prior experience working in international organizations or multi-national corporations are encouraged to apply.• Sound knowledge of general HR policies, processes, and systems.• Demonstrated strong analytical skills.• Proven ability to identify and implement business-related HR interventions, and ability to maximize the value-added resources available within HRS to provide high-quality client services.• Professional integrity, willingness, and flexibility to "roll-up your sleeves" to engage in all aspects of HR work from identification and design to implementation.• Excellent team skills, ability to collaborate and share knowledge with colleagues and clients at all levels.• Demonstrated excellent communication and conflict resolution skills, and• Ability to create trusting working relationships/partnerships within and across units.World Bank Group Core CompetenciesThe World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.