People and Culture Business Partner
2025-04-12T15:10:08+00:00
Right To Play International
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EDINBURGH HOUSE, 170 KENNINGTON LANE, LONDON, SE11 5DP Website: righttoplay.com Phone: + 1 416 498 1922
Uganda
Uganda
00256
Uganda
Human Services
Human Resources
2025-04-27T17:00:00+00:00
Uganda
8
children each year in some of the most difficult places on earth, helping them to stay in school and learn, overcome prejudice, heal from trauma, and develop the skills they need to thrive. We do this by harnessing play, one of the most fundamental forces in a child's life, to teach children the critical skills they need to dismantle barriers and embrace opportunities, in learning and in life.
Established in 2000, Right To Play reaches children through experiential programming in 14 countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and North America. These programs are supported by our global offices in Toronto, Canada; London, UK and seven national offices across Europe and North America.
OUR CULTURE:
• Accept Everyone – Be intentional about inclusion
• Make Things Happen – Seek opportunities to lead and innovate
• Display Courage – Act with integrity
• Demonstrate Care – Look after yourself and one another
• Be Playful – Have fun at work
Please visit our website to learn more about who we are and what we do, and watch this video to find out about the five pillars of our Culture Code. Address: EDINBURGH HOUSE, 170 KENNINGTON LANE, LONDON, SE11 5DP Website: righttoplay.com Phone: + 1 416 498 1922
ROLE SUMMARY:
The People and Culture (P&C) Business Partner drives the P&C operational effectiveness in Country Offices, facilitates organisational development and change and provides a framework for best people’s practice and quality standards. The P&C Business Partner also supports the organization in developing and implementing initiatives that encourage diversity, promote equity, and support psychological and physical safety of the workforce.
International travel including security high risk countries up to 6 times a year and extended screen time will be required.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Operational delivery (30%)
• Provide advice and influence action on P&C global policies, and in collaboration with local P&C Specialists advice on local policies and employment law to staff and management based in Country Offices (COs).
• Support the timely review of local policies and embed best practice, ensuring local needs and culture are reflected.
• Work with Chief People and Culture Office (CPCO), P&C Directors, the Talent Acquisition Specialist, the Safeguarding Specialist, Global Directors of Country Offices and Logistics Manager to identity and mitigate people related risks in COs and prevent and resolve issues.
Quality Assurance (20%)
• Drive efficiency and quality assurance of P&C operational practices in COs by conducting assessments and P&C Audits, and work with P&C Specialists and Country Directors (CDs) to enhance the employee experience, ensure consistency, continuous improvement and enhance People’s capacity in country.
• Support CDs to ensure compliance and manage P&C risks as per country risk register and audits’ actions.
• Contribute to the data gathering, analysis and presentation of P&C reports, to enable decision making Identifies trends, propose actions for improvement and instigate implementation.
Employee Relations and Employee Services (30%)
• Monitor the whistleblowing line and ensure timely action is taken in all complaints received related to COs.
• Oversee and work with P&C and COs management on the prevention and effective resolution of employee relations issues and adherence to disciplinary procedures. Responsible for maintaining confidential records.
• Conduct investigations and liaise with legal firms and/or investigators to resolve ER cases.
• Identify trends and areas of concerns based on data channels i.e. surveys and exit interviews and proposes actions.
Diversity, Equity Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) (10%)
• Embed DEIA approaches in policies and processes, to create a framework that welcomes and supports staff regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, language, ability, status, and location.
Address: EDINBURGH HOUSE, 170 KENNINGTON LANE, LONDON, SE11 5DP Website: righttoplay.com Phone: + 1 416 498 1922
- Work with the Global Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Committee (GDEIAC) to communicate DEIA strategy and establish measurable goals to track progress.
• Source, develop and manage trainings and a forum of knowledge based on needs, including through the Learning Management System (LMS) and the DEIA Week.
• Analyze DEIA data to make recommendations and support implementation of agreed actions.
Safety and Safeguarding (10%)
• From the P&C perspective, support adherence to safety, security and Safeguarding policies and procedures across the organisation.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING (ESSENTIAL):
Expertise (Certifications/Education, Professional Experience):
• Master’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Org Behaviour or related field
• Experience of working at HQ or regional level on an international development organization with representation in low, medium and high-income countries
• Experience in management of HR international operations with thorough knowledge and understanding of applicable local laws and donor requirements in a number of countries
• Experience in delivering HR services through a business partner model
• Experience advising and training P&C professionals, staff and management on employee relations issues and best people management practices
Competencies:
• Collaboration: Able to influence and create strong partnerships with staff at all levels to achieve results
• Growth Mindset: Able to introduce continuous process improvements in HR operational areas
• Resilience: Able to work under pressure meeting deadlines and delivering results through others
• Professionalism: Able to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality and observe an ethical approach
• Management and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills, and a wide understanding of human relations; high level of emotional intelligence
• Communication: Proficient in verbal and written English and fluent in French, Arabic or Portuguese
WHAT YOU’LL GET:
The opportunity to collaborate with an innovative global team who are passionate about working with children and youth. You will gain experience working for a globally recognized organization with a healthy culture premised on our Culture Code (accept everyone, make things happen, display courage, demonstrate care and be playful). You will be immersed in an environment where learning and development is encouraged and valued, and “play” is appreciated as a core avenue to building community.
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible work arrangements (e.g. work from home and flex hours)
• 5 personal learning and development (L&D) days per year
Operational delivery (30%) • Provide advice and influence action on P&C global policies, and in collaboration with local P&C Specialists advice on local policies and employment law to staff and management based in Country Offices (COs). • Support the timely review of local policies and embed best practice, ensuring local needs and culture are reflected. • Work with Chief People and Culture Office (CPCO), P&C Directors, the Talent Acquisition Specialist, the Safeguarding Specialist, Global Directors of Country Offices and Logistics Manager to identity and mitigate people related risks in COs and prevent and resolve issues. Quality Assurance (20%) • Drive efficiency and quality assurance of P&C operational practices in COs by conducting assessments and P&C Audits, and work with P&C Specialists and Country Directors (CDs) to enhance the employee experience, ensure consistency, continuous improvement and enhance People’s capacity in country. • Support CDs to ensure compliance and manage P&C risks as per country risk register and audits’ actions. • Contribute to the data gathering, analysis and presentation of P&C reports, to enable decision making Identifies trends, propose actions for improvement and instigate implementation. Employee Relations and Employee Services (30%) • Monitor the whistleblowing line and ensure timely action is taken in all complaints received related to COs. • Oversee and work with P&C and COs management on the prevention and effective resolution of employee relations issues and adherence to disciplinary procedures. Responsible for maintaining confidential records. • Conduct investigations and liaise with legal firms and/or investigators to resolve ER cases. • Identify trends and areas of concerns based on data channels i.e. surveys and exit interviews and proposes actions. Diversity, Equity Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) (10%) • Embed DEIA approaches in policies and processes, to create a framework that welcomes and supports staff regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, language, ability, status, and location. Address: EDINBURGH HOUSE, 170 KENNINGTON LANE, LONDON, SE11 5DP Website: righttoplay.com Phone: + 1 416 498 1922 Work with the Global Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Committee (GDEIAC) to communicate DEIA strategy and establish measurable goals to track progress. • Source, develop and manage trainings and a forum of knowledge based on needs, including through the Learning Management System (LMS) and the DEIA Week. • Analyze DEIA data to make recommendations and support implementation of agreed actions. Safety and Safeguarding (10%) • From the P&C perspective, support adherence to safety, security and Safeguarding policies and procedures across the organisation.
Collaboration: Able to influence and create strong partnerships with staff at all levels to achieve results • Growth Mindset: Able to introduce continuous process improvements in HR operational areas • Resilience: Able to work under pressure meeting deadlines and delivering results through others • Professionalism: Able to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality and observe an ethical approach • Management and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills, and a wide understanding of human relations; high level of emotional intelligence • Communication: Proficient in verbal and written English and fluent in French, Arabic or Portuguese
Expertise (Certifications/Education, Professional Experience): • Master’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Org Behaviour or related field • Experience of working at HQ or regional level on an international development organization with representation in low, medium and high-income countries • Experience in management of HR international operations with thorough knowledge and understanding of applicable local laws and donor requirements in a number of countries • Experience in delivering HR services through a business partner model • Experience advising and training P&C professionals, staff and management on employee relations issues and best people management practices
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People and Culture Business Partner
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Human Services, Category: Human Resources]
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Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, April 27 2025
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EDINBURGH HOUSE, 170 KENNINGTON LANE, LONDON, SE11 5DP Website: righttoplay.com Phone: + 1 416 498 1922 | Uganda | Uganda | Uganda
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Date Posted: Saturday, April 12 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
children each year in some of the most difficult places on earth, helping them to stay in school and learn, overcome prejudice, heal from trauma, and develop the skills they need to thrive. We do this by harnessing play, one of the most fundamental forces in a child's life, to teach children the critical skills they need to dismantle barriers and embrace opportunities, in learning and in life.
Established in 2000, Right To Play reaches children through experiential programming in 14 countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and North America. These programs are supported by our global offices in Toronto, Canada; London, UK and seven national offices across Europe and North America.
OUR CULTURE:
• Accept Everyone – Be intentional about inclusion
• Make Things Happen – Seek opportunities to lead and innovate
• Display Courage – Act with integrity
• Demonstrate Care – Look after yourself and one another
• Be Playful – Have fun at work
Please visit our website to learn more about who we are and what we do, and watch this video to find out about the five pillars of our Culture Code. Address: EDINBURGH HOUSE, 170 KENNINGTON LANE, LONDON, SE11 5DP Website: righttoplay.com Phone: + 1 416 498 1922
ROLE SUMMARY:
The People and Culture (P&C) Business Partner drives the P&C operational effectiveness in Country Offices, facilitates organisational development and change and provides a framework for best people’s practice and quality standards. The P&C Business Partner also supports the organization in developing and implementing initiatives that encourage diversity, promote equity, and support psychological and physical safety of the workforce.
International travel including security high risk countries up to 6 times a year and extended screen time will be required.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Operational delivery (30%)
• Provide advice and influence action on P&C global policies, and in collaboration with local P&C Specialists advice on local policies and employment law to staff and management based in Country Offices (COs).
• Support the timely review of local policies and embed best practice, ensuring local needs and culture are reflected.
• Work with Chief People and Culture Office (CPCO), P&C Directors, the Talent Acquisition Specialist, the Safeguarding Specialist, Global Directors of Country Offices and Logistics Manager to identity and mitigate people related risks in COs and prevent and resolve issues.
Quality Assurance (20%)
• Drive efficiency and quality assurance of P&C operational practices in COs by conducting assessments and P&C Audits, and work with P&C Specialists and Country Directors (CDs) to enhance the employee experience, ensure consistency, continuous improvement and enhance People’s capacity in country.
• Support CDs to ensure compliance and manage P&C risks as per country risk register and audits’ actions.
• Contribute to the data gathering, analysis and presentation of P&C reports, to enable decision making Identifies trends, propose actions for improvement and instigate implementation.
Employee Relations and Employee Services (30%)
• Monitor the whistleblowing line and ensure timely action is taken in all complaints received related to COs.
• Oversee and work with P&C and COs management on the prevention and effective resolution of employee relations issues and adherence to disciplinary procedures. Responsible for maintaining confidential records.
• Conduct investigations and liaise with legal firms and/or investigators to resolve ER cases.
• Identify trends and areas of concerns based on data channels i.e. surveys and exit interviews and proposes actions.
Diversity, Equity Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) (10%)
• Embed DEIA approaches in policies and processes, to create a framework that welcomes and supports staff regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, language, ability, status, and location.
Address: EDINBURGH HOUSE, 170 KENNINGTON LANE, LONDON, SE11 5DP Website: righttoplay.com Phone: + 1 416 498 1922
- Work with the Global Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Committee (GDEIAC) to communicate DEIA strategy and establish measurable goals to track progress.
• Source, develop and manage trainings and a forum of knowledge based on needs, including through the Learning Management System (LMS) and the DEIA Week.
• Analyze DEIA data to make recommendations and support implementation of agreed actions.
Safety and Safeguarding (10%)
• From the P&C perspective, support adherence to safety, security and Safeguarding policies and procedures across the organisation.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING (ESSENTIAL):
Expertise (Certifications/Education, Professional Experience):
• Master’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Org Behaviour or related field
• Experience of working at HQ or regional level on an international development organization with representation in low, medium and high-income countries
• Experience in management of HR international operations with thorough knowledge and understanding of applicable local laws and donor requirements in a number of countries
• Experience in delivering HR services through a business partner model
• Experience advising and training P&C professionals, staff and management on employee relations issues and best people management practices
Competencies:
• Collaboration: Able to influence and create strong partnerships with staff at all levels to achieve results
• Growth Mindset: Able to introduce continuous process improvements in HR operational areas
• Resilience: Able to work under pressure meeting deadlines and delivering results through others
• Professionalism: Able to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality and observe an ethical approach
• Management and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills, and a wide understanding of human relations; high level of emotional intelligence
• Communication: Proficient in verbal and written English and fluent in French, Arabic or Portuguese
WHAT YOU’LL GET:
The opportunity to collaborate with an innovative global team who are passionate about working with children and youth. You will gain experience working for a globally recognized organization with a healthy culture premised on our Culture Code (accept everyone, make things happen, display courage, demonstrate care and be playful). You will be immersed in an environment where learning and development is encouraged and valued, and “play” is appreciated as a core avenue to building community.
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible work arrangements (e.g. work from home and flex hours)
• 5 personal learning and development (L&D) days per year
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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