Human Resources Officer

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Managing and executing the human resources functions within the Foundation.

As Human Resources Officer in the Office of the Directorate, you will play a crucial role in managing and executing the human resources functions within the Foundation. This position is integral to the Foundation’s governance, strategic direction, and operational effectiveness, with a significant focus on the HR aspects of finance, operations, and personnel management.

The Human Resources Officer, under the guidance of the Senior Office Manager (People and Finance), plays a crucial role in managing and executing the human resources functions within the Foundation. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Managing the administrative aspects of recruitment and selection
• Overseeing staff induction processes
• Overseeing HR administration along the entire staff life cycle
• Maintaining and reviewing HR procedures and employment policies
• Acting as the point of contact for HR-related advice
• Managing monthly payroll processes
• Participating in Foundation-wide initiatives

We seek an individual with demonstrated experience in human resources within a dynamic professional setting. They should have a solid understanding of UK employment law and practices, supplemented, if possible, with CIPD qualifications. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential, along with the ability to build relationships across the organisation and a commitment to fostering a welcoming, inclusive work environment.

The ideal candidate will exhibit a strong work ethic, reliability, independence, and the flexibility to adapt to new challenges and learn new skills.

Please apply online via  The application requires you to provide a comprehensive CV as well as a motivation letter that clearly addresses the criteria as outlined in the person specification and the competencies framework. You must possess and declare the right to work in the UK at the time of application submission for your application to be considered.

Closing date for applications:
Wednesday 17 April 2024, 1pm BST. Interviews:
First-round interviews will be online on Wednesday 8 May 2024. Second-round interviews will be held in person on Monday 20 and Tuesday 21 May.

The Commonwealth Foundation is mandated by its Member States to advance the interests of Commonwealth civil society. The Foundation seeks to nurture the growth of vibrant and free societies: championing the active and constructive participation of people in all aspects of governance. Our key focus areas are climate justice, health justice and freedom of expression. Our cross-cutting themes are gender equality, small and vulnerable states and young people.