Human Resources Labor Relations Specialist or Senior Associate
Headquarters > United States > Washington DC
The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment.
About this position
We are looking for a collaborative and motivated professional with solid experience in labor relations to join the Labor Relations team within the Human Resources Department (HRD).
HRD is responsible for the administration and development of the human resources in the IDB Group. It also oversees the implementation of the “People Strategy”, building and implementing programs and methodologies in direct support of our results-based business model, and focusing on the development of the IDB Group's talent and technical skills capacity. The Labor Relations team prevents and resolves work-related issues and grievances, provides advice to the IDB Group on employment-related actions, including staff rules and manuals, and conducts initiatives to promote institutional labor relations.
Working with us, you will be surrounded by a diverse group of people who have years of experience in all types of development fields.
What you’ll do
Provide technical advice to HRD teams, HRD Management and client areas within the organization on matters related to personnel actions and the application of the corresponding staff rules. In close collaboration with HR Business Partners, provide technical advice for clients in matters related to the IDB Group's conflict resolution system, including the management of grievances, the representation of the Administration in mediation processes and the coordination with other relevant offices, ensuring that cases are handled consistently with the applicable policies. Conduct research and draft documents on complex personnel actions, including, but not limited to, transfers, hiring, mutually agreed separation agreements and performance management, for both national and international employees. Provide technical input for the development of new or revised HR staff rules, guidelines and procedures. Apply relevant IDB Group policies and practices with a focus on organizational objectives and client business needs when making or advising on labor relations decisions. Conduct mutually agreed separation processes within established staff rules. Collaborate with other areas of HRD to ensure that initiatives are handled in accordance with the corresponding policies and procedures, providing guidance on their application. Work under moderate supervision.What you'll need
Education: You hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Law, Human Resources or other related discipline.
Experience: You have a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in the field of labor/ employee relations. Formal training or certifications on HR compliance, employee relations, or others is desired. Knowledge of the IDB or other international organization conflict resolution systems and policies is a plus.
Languages: Proficiency in English is required. Additional proficiency in another Bank language (French, Portuguese and/or Spanish) is desirable.
Key skills
Technical track:
Learn continuously Collaborate and share knowledge Focus on clients Communicate and influence Innovate and try new thingsRequirements
Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries. We may offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your eligible dependents. Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab.Type of contract and duration
International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.What we offer
The IDB group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employee’s life. These benefits include:
A competitive compensation package, including an annual base salary expressed on a net- of-tax basis Leaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender- neutral parental leave Health Insurance: IDB Group provides employees and eligible dependents with a robust medical benefits program which covers medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs. Pension plan: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and support employees in planning for their future. We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family, when it applies Hybrid and flexible work schedules Health and wellbeing: Access to our Health Services Center which provides preventive care and health education for employees. Development support: We offer tools to boost your professional profile such as mentoring, 1:1 professional counseling, training and learning opportunities, language classes, mobility options, among others. Other perks: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, Spouse Career Program, and others.Our culture
At the IDB Group we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work, willing to try new approaches without fear, and where they are accountable and rewarded for their actions.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) are at the center of our organization. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and encourage women, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at diversity@iadb.org to request reasonable accommodation to complete this application.
Our Human Resources Team reviews carefully every application.
About the IDB Group
The IDB Group, composed of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), IDB Invest, and the IDB Lab offers flexible financing solutions to its member countries to finance economic and social development through lending and grants to public and private entities in Latin America and the Caribbean.
About IDB
The Inter-American Development Bank is devoted to improving lives. Established in 1959, the IDB is a leading source of long-term financing for economic, social and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean. The IDB also conducts cutting-edge research and provides policy advice, technical assistance and training to public and private sector clients throughout the region.
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External Opening Date: Dec 19, 2023 External Closing Date: Jan 8, 2024 External Contact Email: hrsc@iadb.org Job Field: Human Resources