POSITION SUMMARY:

HIAS seeks an International Human Resources Manager to provide Human Resources services, support, and capacity building to field offices in alignment with global Human Resources standards and local requirements. Travel, to include travel to insecure operating environments, may be required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Serves as a strategic partner on all HR employee relations issues for HIAS Europe, HIAS Romania, HIAS Poland, HIAS Moldova and HIAS Greece; coordinates closely with HQ HR team to ensure alignment in HR approach and philosophy.
• Partners with Finance and Programs staff on the selection and management of external vendors for tax, immigration, and payroll to ensure cost-effective solutions and contractual agreements.
• Provides day-to-day service in all aspects of human resources in relation to European Country Offices related to HIAS Europe; develops and provides support on the implementation of human resource projects and plans for all country offices in compliance with HIAS HR policies, standards and local labor laws and practices, including recruitment, performance management, staff development, compensation, benefits, training, communications and organizational development.
• Ensures that HR policies, systems and standards are rolled out in country offices; conducts periodical operational audits.
• Maintains compliance with host country and EU regulations and provides consistency and equity in the management of HIAS’s HR activities in Europe.
• Partners with HR team, Programs staff and other key stakeholders to develop policies, processes and procedures related to staffing with a concentration on host country labor laws and legal issues as necessary.
• Works with HR team on legal issues linked to recruitment and employment; ensures legal compliance in all HR, safety and security aspects.

• Maintains knowledge of global and European HR policies, programs, laws and issues; and accesses appropriate tools/resources to assist in such activities.
• Performs other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Undergraduate degree in Communication, Business Administration, International Relations or another relevant field; graduate degree preferred.
• Fluency in English, French proficiency preferred.
• 4-6 years of HR experience with at least 2 years of relevant experience working on global HR issues, preferably also in Europe.
• Good understanding of statutory requirements in international locations from an employment, tax and immigration perspective.
• Must be results-oriented with strong customer-service skills and ability to operate at all levels of an organization in a highly complex environment.
• Ability to build and sustain strong relationships at all levels in client organization to effectively influence decision-making.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-cultural organization with a demonstrated ability to harmonize processes, policies, programs, and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, both oral and written, to include strong editing and proofreading.

• The ability to manage difficult situations with tact and diplomacy; multi-task in a fast-paced environment; and maintain confidentiality is critical.
• Must be a self-starter who is detailed-oriented and possesses sound judgment.
• Team player and fast learner comfortable working in a fast paced, ever-changing environment.
• Familiarity with HRIS platform, preferably Paylocity or ADP.
• Proficiency with MS Office, particularly MS Excel and PowerPoint.

• Full status to work in the European Union and willingness to provide employment verification as required.

• Ability to travel in Europe occasionally.

HIRING PROCESS:

We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process, and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not moving forward. Here’s a snapshot of our hiring process:

Step 1: Submit your application!

Step 2: Phone screen with a HIAS recruiter.

Step 3: Video interview with the hiring manager.

Step 4: Video interview with a panel of HIAS employees.

Step 5: Online reference check with SkillSurvey.

Step 6: Offer and background check with Shield Screening or ESR.

Step 7: Start your professional journey with HIAS!

Note: Some of our hiring processes may vary, and not all candidates will advance to each step.

ABOUT US:

Over one hundred years ago, the Jewish community founded HIAS (originally the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) in New York City, the immigrant gateway to America. Supporting Jews fleeing persecution and poverty in Eastern Europe, our founders were guided by the traditions, texts and history of the Jewish people—a history of oppression, displacement and diaspora. HIAS has since helped generations of Jews facing violence because of who they were, and HIAS remains committed to helping Jewish refugees anywhere in the world. Today, our clients at HIAS come from diverse faiths, ethnicities and backgrounds, as do our staff. We bring our experience, history and values to our work across five continents, ensuring that refugees today receive the vital services and opportunities they need to thrive.

HIAS is a learning community, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do our work with integrity, accountability, transparency and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. We seek employees from diverse backgrounds and life experiences to join our teams located in the United States and across the globe. People who identify as BIPOC, people with disabilities, people from the LGBTQ+ community and people with lived experiences of forced displacement or immigration are all encouraged to apply. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our vision, mission and values.

VISION:

HIAS stands for a world in which refugees find welcome, safety and opportunity.

MISSION:

Drawing on our Jewish values and history, HIAS provides vital services to refugees and asylum seekers around the world and advocates for their fundamental rights so they can rebuild their lives.

VALUES:

Welcome • Acogimiento • Hospitalité • Hachnasat Orchim

We Welcome the Stranger

Justice • Justicia • Justice • Tzedek

We Pursue Justice

Empathy • Empatía • Empathie • Chesed

We Approach our Clients with Empathy

Partnership • Compañerismo • Coopération • Chevruta

We Believe in Changing the World through Partnership

Courage • Coraje • Courage • Ometz

We Act with Courage to Build a Better World

Resilience • Resiliencia • Résilience • Ruach

We Adapt and Thrive, Continuously Demonstrating our Resilience.

DIVERSITY:

HIAS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic background, ancestry, citizenship status, religious creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, military status, protected veteran status, political orientation or other legally protected status.

SAFEGUARDING:

HIAS is committed to the protection of children, vulnerable adults and any other person from any harm caused directly or indirectly due to their coming into contact with HIAS. We will not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse or any form of child abuse or neglect by our staff or associated personnel. Any candidate offered a job with HIAS will be expected to sign and adhere to HIAS’ Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records. HIAS also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. Likewise, HIAS will share this information when other organizations inquire about current and former HIAS staff as part of their recruitment process. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.