The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is dedicated to reducing poverty and hunger through rice science; improving the health and welfare of rice farmers and consumers; and protecting the rice-growing environment for future generations. IRRI is an independent, nonprofit, research and educational institute, founded in 1960 by the Ford and Rockefeller foundations with support from the Philippine government. The institute, headquartered in Los Baños, Philippines, has offices in 17 rice-growing countries in Asia and Africa, and over 1,000 staff.
Working with in-country partners, IRRI develops advanced rice varieties that yield more grain and better withstand pests and disease as well as flooding, drought, and other harmful effects of climate change.
The Regional HR Business Partner will support our Country Office in India and Nepal on the whole staff employment cycle, based on the Human Resources and Organizational Development policies and practices.
The HRBP will provide analytical and experienced support around the staff employment cycle based on HROD policies and will act as the first point of contact for the managers and employees, contributing to the delivery of people solutions and implementation of the wider HR strategies in the country.
This position will be based in Varanasi India, and may only be filled by permanent citizens of India.
Responsibilities :
Support and advise managers and staff in solving HR issues and help them to interpret and apply HR policies and practices in day-to-day work
Translate business requirements into effective HR practices, delivering people solutions aligned with business objectives
Provide timely and effective recruitment and selection services, including advice on policies and procedures and good recruitment practices
Ensure that India & Nepal compensation processes and practices are in compliance with local legislation and adhere with the overarching IRRI pay framework including carrying pay reviews per institutions pay policy
Organize and deliver induction program for new starters (NRS / Consultants / Internships) to contribute with their smooth transition to the organization
Attend staff development needs and actively participate in supporting the expansion of the Performance Management program
Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR processes, procedures, and practices
Undertake medium projects on HR related topics as assigned
Provide timely and effective employee relations and ethics-related services, including documentation and advise on existing policies and procedures
Deliver effective well-being programs and engagement, in close collaboration with HR&OD team
Maintain a close collaboration and communication with the HR&OD HQ team
Liaise with Managers for contract renewals in a timely manner
Coordinate the internship agreement with universities according to the national labor law
Coordinate all staff benefits programs (e.g vacations, pension, income tax, loans and so on) and handle all inquiries and complaints regarding them
Maintain up-to-date and accurate staff records and filing system
Prepare ad hoc (non – typical) HR metrics and reports to support special projects
Ensure that any update regarding benefits to the staff is well-reflected in the payroll, in accordance with national labor legal requirements
Prepare all national staff contracts and national consultancy contracts following labor regulations and internal guidelines; request appropriate clearances and final Director’s approval
Comply with national and international health and safety laws, regulations, and standards
Qualifications :
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Psychology or related field with 5 years of relevant experience in similar roles
Skills Required;
Mandatory :
Proven expertise and ability to provide support related to Recruitment, Talent Management, and diverse HR functions
Knowledge on HR policies, principles, and processes
Proficient on Microsoft Software (Excel, Word, Power Point)
