It’s hard to believe that today 771 million people do not have clean water and 1.7 billion do not have a decent toilet – around 1 in 5 of the world’s population. Every two minutes a child under five dies from diarrheal diseases caused by poor water and sanitation.
Join WaterAid as our Head of People & Organisational Development to change normal for millions of people so they can unlock their potential, break free from poverty and change their lives for good. On top of that you’ll be joining a 2020 Great Place to Work® award-winning organisation.
As our Head of People and Organisation Development, you will be responsible for delivering people and organisational development plans which enable the Country Programme to achieve its strategy and goals.
With a deep understanding of the country Programme strategy and context, the Head of People and Organisational Development will develop and embed appropriate people and organisational solutions, policies and practices.
The post holder will also spend 10% of their time working with the Global People Team to build strong WaterAid people practices
The role is on a permanent and full time basis and will require some travel in-country, as well as infrequent trips across the region and Internationally.
In this role, you will need to have;
- Professional HR qualification highly desirable
- Significant HR operational management experience within a team environment. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior management level handling responsibility for recruitment, employee relations, reward, performance management, employment legislation, change management, organisational design, capacity building, policy and processes and learning and development
- Strong knowledge of HR best practice and innovative new practices
- Highly competent in interpreting and applying statutory legislation.
- Strong IT skills particularly MS Word, Excel and Outlook, with experience of using HR databases, online recruitment tools and Intranets
- Analytical and numeracy skills, to produce and distil accurate information applying intuition and strong judgement
- Track record of empowering others and the ability to influence.
- Experience of working in a matrix management structure.
- Able to influence, support and challenge senior managers as a credible source of advice
- Able to promote cross team collaboration and form effective working relationships with people from across the organisation. A networker, bringing best practice ideas to the CP.
- Fully committed to WaterAid’s vision, mission and values and a way of working that demonstrates this, with the ability to communicate this enthusiasm to others.
Click on ‘Apply’ via our WaterAid website to download the job description.
How to Apply
If you are interested in the position and have the right skills and attributes, send your application, consisting of a letter of interest and a CV, via email to southernafricaregionaloffice@WaterAid.org using “Head of People and Organisational Development” as the subject
Deadline: 29th July 2022
Interviews: 22nd to 26th August 2022
Grade G: ZMW 600,350 – 840,490 per annum
Please note: to apply for this role you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in Zambia.
Only candidates shortlisted for interviewing will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date for applications.
We’re looking for people who share a commitment to our vision. We’re looking for people with an appreciation and respect for different people and ideas, and the energy and expertise to help tackle the most important challenges.
In return, you can expect to get inspiration from the change you help make happen, a sense of belonging and the feeling of being part of a global community. You will also experience stimulation and fulfilment, the chance to grow, and space to be yourself at your best. This is our pledge to you.
WaterAid is committed to ensuring that wherever we work in the world there is no tolerance for abuse (of power, privilege or trust), inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, harassment, bullying or exploitation of any kind. The safeguarding of the communities in which we work, staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf, is our top priority and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously.
We celebrate the diversity of our staff, partners and everyone with whom we work to create a culture where everyone feels respected, included and can be their best.
WaterAid is an equal opportunity and is committed to achieving the highest standards of diversity, inclusion and fairness. We welcome applications from all. Should you have a disability or special needs and require additional assistance with your application, please contact us at careers@WaterAid.org. If a disabled applicant meets the minimum criteria for the role, they will be guaranteed an interview.
