Regional Human Resources Partner for Southeast Asia

Job Overview

Position: Regional Human Resources Partner for Southeast Asian Archipelago and Melanesia

Reporting Structure: Reports to the Regional Director with a functional reporting line to Global Human Resources.
Work Location: Regional office in Singapore, with flexibility for the right candidate from the listed country program offices.
Collaborates with: Regional Business Manager, Country Directors, and Country Program HR/Operations Managers.

About Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS):
WCS is dedicated to wildlife and natural habitats. As a leading global wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a proven history of delivering innovative and impactful results at scale. Our programs cover vast ocean areas and over 3 million biologically significant square miles across nearly 60 countries. We operate on a unique foundation: our global reach, commitment to best-in-class science, ground-level protection with local communities, inspiring education programs, and strategic partnerships. Our diverse team of 4,000 dedicated professionals in New York City and worldwide work collaboratively to fulfill our conservation mission.

The Role:
This position is ideal for an individual passionate about empowering those making a positive difference in the world. The HR Business Partner for Southeast Asian Archipelago and Melanesia will possess a global perspective, foster effective working relationships, and adopt a solutions-focused approach. Reporting to the Regional Director, this role will closely coordinate with Country Directors and Country Program HR/Operations Managers while collaborating with Global HR to execute global policies, initiatives, and toolkits in the region.

In addition to enhancing capacity across multiple country programs, this individual will oversee daily Human Resources operational activities for smaller country programs lacking a dedicated in-country presence, as well as the regional office in Singapore. Furthermore, this individual will work alongside WCS Global managers and staff in areas such as Talent Acquisition and Management, Compensation and Benefits, Employee Relations, HR Operations & Systems, and Learning & Development. The role is designed to evolve over time to adapt to the changing needs of HR and WCS Global.

This is an opportunity for an HR professional dedicated to supporting individuals who are positively impacting the world. WCS seeks a dynamic, organized, and diligent team player who is proactive and client-service oriented. The role requires HR experience in the region and proficiency in English.

Key Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to: Oversee the recruitment and selection process for regional and country-level roles, ensuring job descriptions are precise and effective, managing job postings, screening applications, coordinating interviews, and preparing and extending offers. Act as the primary HR partner to the Regional Director and Country Directors, developing regional HR strategies aligned with the region's goals. Facilitate the onboarding process for key regional and country-level staff. Update and/or implement HR manuals, policies, and toolkits across the region to ensure efficient, fair, and transparent processes while promoting equal opportunities. Ensure compliance with local labor laws in collaboration with legal counsel and/or labor offices as necessary. Develop, review, and provide feedback on regional human resources policies and procedures, ensuring they are effective, efficient, fair, and transparent, promoting equal opportunities from recruitment to staff exit, including compensation and benefits, performance management, and staff development. Ensure local compensation and benefit practices align with organizational reward strategies. Collaborate with the Total Rewards team and country-level HR leads (where applicable) to update salary scales, maintain current job descriptions, accurately level jobs, and support the salary review process. Work with the HR Director and Finance to budget appropriately for competitive compensation and benefits. Analyze and report HR information to support benchmarking and the development of HR strategies and solutions. Ensure all internal and external reporting requirements are met through the provision of management information and HR country returns. Facilitate HR operational support for the region and its country programs. Build HR knowledge, expertise, and capacity leveraging internal and external resources. Partner with leadership and employees to foster a positive work culture in alignment with WCS's Code of Conduct and to address any issues. Ensure that HR considerations are integrated into all decision-making processes and comply with local labor regulations and donor requirements where applicable. Solicit feedback and recommend improvements as appropriate. Coordinate an effective performance management process in line with WCS's global Talent framework. Provide daily operational HR support to WCS staff and managers in locations without a dedicated in-country HR function. Identify training needs of staff, organize relevant training programs for employees, and implement a global orientation program in coordination with WCS's Talent Center of Excellence. Enhance HR capacity within the region to ensure HR can effectively partner with regional and country management and staff. Manage staff complaint processes, including issues related to violations of WCS HR policies and Code of Conduct, in accordance with WCS core values. Stay informed on trends in the HR field through continuous learning, certifications, and maintaining an active network of HR professionals within and outside the iNGO sector. Complete any other HR duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required; relevant master's degree preferred. Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR professional experience, including exposure to all HR areas and at least 3 years as an HRBP or equivalent education and experience. Experience supporting HR activities throughout the employee lifecycle from recruitment to separation, and developing and implementing HR processes, policies, and procedures. Proven success as an HR generalist supporting employee groups across multiple locations within a regional context. Demonstrated ability to build relationships at all levels, including negotiating and influencing. Resourceful and proactive in prioritizing issues and executing solutions. Strong collaborator with effective interpersonal and analytical skills, capable of working seamlessly across countries, cultures, and organizational units. Proven ability to manage and meet competing deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment; adept at problem-solving and decision-making. Proficiency in English is required. Language proficiency in one or more countries across the region is a plus. SPHR, GPHR, CIPD, or other HR professional certification is a plus. Willingness to travel approximately 20-30% to WCS offices and field locations across the region. WCS is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all employment and labor laws that prohibit discrimination in hiring. We are committed to hiring and engaging a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive work environment. The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates and does not discriminate based on gender, race/ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other protected status.

It is everyone's responsibility to ensure that we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on a person's membership in any protected category in areas such as recruitment, selection, job assignment, supervision, training, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, and educational opportunities.

Salary Information:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

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