Description

IFC—a member of the World Bank Group—is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2022, IFC committed a record $32.8 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.

IFC’s Human Resources (HR) Department provides strategic partnership to the business to develop and implement workforce strategies and meet organizational goals, including attracting, developing, and deploying diverse and skilled talent.

•  Client Services – offers strategic HR partnership, program implementation, support, and solutions to staff and management globally.
•  Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – supports the organization to build a diverse workforce, embrace equity, and foster an inclusive workplace.
•  Employment Framework and Recruitment – develops and supports HR strategy, policies/procedures, communications, and knowledge management; drives HR initiatives, such as staff engagement and Board reporting; and delivers recruitment solutions.
•  Talent and Incentives – designs best practice HR solutions in onboarding, mentoring, career management and mobility, performance/talent management, incentives and awards, and leadership development.

The HR Department is looking for a Human Resources Manager/Senior Manager, Talent and Incentives, to lead the HR work program in the following areas: Performance and Talent Management, Learning & Leadership Development, Career Management, On-boarding & Mentoring, Total Rewards & Incentives. The position is based in Washington, reports to the HR Director and will be part of the IFC HR Management Team.

The position offers a unique opportunity to provide leadership in the above areas, ensuring that work delivered meets the needs of the business. At the same time, the position will allow the incumbent to gain an overview of IFC's corporate functions and interact with a wide range of people both inside and outside the Corporation. The position requires a strong HR policy background and a commitment to the continuous development of IFC's HR programs to support the business as well as strong project/program management, ability to deliver under the tight deadline and excellent communication skills.

Duties and Accountabilities:

The Manager/Senior Manager, Talent and Incentives will be responsible for designing and implementing IFC policies and programs in the areas of Performance and Talent Management, Learning & Leadership Development, Career Management, On-boarding & Mentoring, and Total Rewards & Incentives, while focusing on making a transition to a skills-based approach in IFC’s talent management.

S/he will design, build, and implement with line management a strong integrated set of policies, programs, initiatives, processes, and products to address IFC strategic and business needs and will coordinate closely with the rest of the HR leadership team, as well as with the World Bank counterparts, as needed, to ensure seamless implementation.

Key Accountabilities:
•  Talent Management Strategy Implementation: Lead the implementation of the new Talent Management Strategy for IFC, aligning it with IFC’s strategic and business objectives. Engage with relevant stakeholders to gather input and create solutions that support the strategy's implementation.
•  Innovative HR Programs and Initiatives: In close collaboration with internal clients and other stakeholders, lead the development, implementation, and management of innovative and high-impact HR programs and initiatives to identify talent gaps and attract, develop, cultivate and retain top talent in line with the business needs.
•  Transformational HR Agenda: Partner with the rest of the IFC HR management team to implement a transformational HR agenda and help drive organizational change by shifting the culture within the HR team and recruiting, developing, cultivating and retaining innovative talent for HR. 
•  Skills-Based Approach: Lead the design and implementation of a skills-based approach to talent management at IFC, based on job architecture. Develop skills assessment strategies, tools and processes that measure outcomes and identify areas for improvement. Integrate the skills-based approach into all HR programs and lead the change management process in IFC Talent Management.
•  Continuous Improvement of HR Programs: Establish and ensure the continuous improvement of HR programs in the assigned areas, aligning them with the objectives of the IFC strategy and priority programs. Regularly assess the effectiveness of these programs and identify opportunities for enhancement, using data metrics.
•  Communication and Change Management: Ensure consistent communication and change management implementation for HR programs and initiatives. Effectively communicate the purpose, goals, and benefits of these initiatives to internal stakeholders and clients, and support employees through organizational changes.
•  Leadership and Team Management: Model exemplary WBG leadership values and managerial behaviors, reinforcing these qualities in the team. Provide leadership to a team of senior HR professionals responsible for coordinating the delivery of HR products and tools in IFC.
•  Accountability and Compliance: Be accountable for delivering the agreed-upon work program within the allocated resources (human and budget) and in compliance with internal controls and policies. Monitor and report on progress, identify risks, and take appropriate actions to mitigate them.

Selection Criteria

•  Commitment to IFC’s mission, unquestionable integrity, demonstrated leadership values and exemplification of WBG managerial competencies, as referenced below.
•  At least 12 years of relevant experience in positions of increasing complexity and responsibility and proven track record in the areas s/he will be responsible for.
•  Advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., human resource management, organizational development, business administration or related discipline).
•  Demonstrated experience in successfully translating business and HR strategies into the design and implementation of policies, programs, and procedures in the areas s/he will be responsible for. 
•  Experience designing, developing, and supporting organization-wide skill-based talent management programs, utilizing assessment to evaluate and identify the current and emerging skills and gaps, competencies, and behaviors required to achieve desired organizational results and prepare for future needs while considering interdependencies with all HR Programs. 
•  Superior program and project management skills.
•  Strong organizational skills.
•  Ability to generate and analyze talent-related data and metrics to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement and guide HR policies and business decisions.
•  Ability to handle complexity and ambiguity and deal with competing priorities and tight deadlines. 
•  Mental agility to keep pace with a constantly evolving business environment and capacity to innovate and enable innovation by others.
•  In-depth knowledge of HR best practices in the areas s/he will be responsible for. 
•  Demonstrated ability to form client relationships at all levels, engage with others as a leader and as a team member, work collaboratively with internal and external partners, and leverage resources across organizational boundaries to drive results.
•  Experience in managing large scale change management.
•  WBG five Managerial Competencies: courage of your convictions, leading teams for impact, influencing across boundaries, fostering openness to new ideas, building talent for the future.

World Bank Group Core Competencies

The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.

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