People & Culture Partner I

Job Posting Organization:
FHI 360 is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions for human development. Established in 1980, FHI 360 operates in more than 60 countries and has a diverse workforce of over 4,000 employees. The organization focuses on various sectors including health, education, and economic development, and is committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and respect.

Job Overview:
The People & Culture Partner I serves as a trusted advisor to a defined portfolio of clients, providing frontline support in various P&C disciplines. This role is crucial for ensuring that the organization delivers consistent, compliant, and high-quality people services. The P&C Partner I will work under the guidance of a more senior partner and may be responsible for direct support or supervising a project-funded P&C team. The position also involves contributing to departmental operations, enhancing efficiency, consistency, and standardization in areas such as workforce planning, employee relations, data reporting, and process improvement. The role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively while maintaining a high standard of service delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The P&C Partner I will provide responsive support across all P&C disciplines to an assigned client group, which includes recruiting, compensation, benefits, payroll, training and development, HRIS systems, and work permit visa processes. Responsibilities also include advising on routine employee relations matters, coordinating onboarding, offboarding, and job changes, supporting global/regional P&C policy and program roll-out, creating reports, maintaining documentation, assisting in vendor management, and participating in department-wide strategic P&C initiatives. The role requires the ability to resolve routine to moderately complex P&C issues independently and to provide input into process improvement and system design. The P&C Partner I may also supervise regional or project-funded P&C staff under the guidance of a supervisor.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess intermediate level P&C knowledge, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and experience in data analysis and reporting. Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office/Teams is essential. The ability to interpret policies and resolve issues is also required. The role demands a proactive approach to problem-solving and the capacity to execute special and ad-hoc projects based on agreed-upon parameters.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor’s degree is required for this position. The educational background should ideally be in human resources, business administration, or a related field that provides a solid foundation for understanding people and culture dynamics within an organization.

Experience:
Candidates should have 8-10 years of experience in P&C roles, particularly in generalist or client-facing positions. Prior experience working in an international non-governmental organization is considered beneficial, as it provides insight into the unique challenges and opportunities present in such environments.

Languages:
While the job posting does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is likely essential given the international context of the organization. Additional languages may be advantageous, particularly those relevant to the regions in which FHI 360 operates.

Additional Notes:
The position may require up to 10% travel, both domestically and internationally. FHI 360 is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding against abuse, exploitation, and harassment in its work environments. The organization emphasizes a healthy work/life balance and offers a competitive benefits package, along with professional development opportunities. All employment offers are subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference and criminal record checks.