WWF - Head, People & Culture, Asia Pacific by Oxford HR

HEAD, PEOPLE & CULTURE, ASIA PACIFIC, WWF INTERNATIONAL JUNE 2022

ABOUT WWF INTERNATIONAL

All around the world, people are waking up to the deepening crisis of nature loss. We’re experiencing a growing realization that nature is our life-support system and that no one will be spared from the impacts of its loss. WWF is an independent conservation organization active in nearly 100 countries and working to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and wildlife. It is part of a growing coalition calling on world leaders to set nature on the path to recovery by 2030 – a New Deal for Nature and People as comprehensive as the global climate deal. Working with many others – from individuals and communities to business and government – WWF urgently seeks to protect and restore natural habitats, stop the mass extinction of wildlife, and make the way we produce and consume sustainable. For more information about WWF International, visit our website.

THE ROLE

TITLE:

Head, People & Culture, Asia Pacific

LOCATION:

Singapore

SALARY:

Competitive

JOB SUMMARY The Incumbent will be the dedicated People & Culture resource to the Asia Pacific region, supporting and enabling the growth of Country Offices (CO) and Programme Offices (PO), and promoting a culture based on the identified behaviors for the organization. Build HR management capacity in WWF Country Offices in the region. Embed Human Resources and People Development as key components of WWF’s business. Provide strategic and practical HR advice and guidance to the Regional Director, COO and HR colleagues in the region. Draw on global HR resources as required and galvanize the HR community within the region.

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Works with Chief Operating Officer (COO) and, as required, the Regional Director and WWF Country Office Directors/Representatives in defining and implementing HR strategies and measures to build a robust HR system and processes to enable Integrated HR Performance management to work. Drives the recommendations and learnings forward to inform management decisions and actions with regards to all CO/POs in the region Communicates/promotes People & Organization policies and procedures in the region and helps align all CO/POs in their use Ensures that WWF network safeguarding standards are understood, respected and strictly upheld Escalation point for all Disciplinary and Grievance matters As required, works with HR colleagues in the region on all employee lifecycle issues . Responsible for monitoring and evaluating HR Services in the CO/PO offices and recommending improvements, working closely with HR Directors and Country and Programme Office Directors Plays an advisory role in the formulation of the HR strategy for offices and the development of their HR functions Provides input and guidance on the objectives for senior HR professionals in each Country/ Programme Office; provides feedback on the performance of senior HR professional to their line managers; coaches and develops senior HR managers in the performance objectives; Responsible for identifying WWF International’s talents at the regional level, ensuring the creation and actioning of

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development plans and facilitating career development Provides support and guidance to offices on the implementation of the Compensation & Benefits Strategy Ensures that all WWF network P&C and local employment policies are implemented, understood, and strictly adhered to. Supports the recruitment of key regional and country level roles, respecting KPIs concerning gender & diversity, in liaison with local HR and the senior management team Facilitates and enables the successful implementation of the performance management system in all offices Provides expert advice on organisational change issues and change management Assists in the roll-out of the HRIS system Actively participates in the Global HR community on key network wide initiatives and orchestrates the HR community in the region; In collaboration with regional HR Directors, prepares reports using key HR indicators with recommendations on how to enhance organizational performance; Back stops the HR function in case of a capacity gap in any of the Country or Programme Offices Liaise closely with the broader Secretariat HR team to ensure interlinkages between country office staff and hosted Practice team staff Accountable for all aspects of HR administration Assist the COO to provide specialist, quality advice to the Regional Director relating to all HR matters; Performs other duties as assigned by the COO.

CANDIDATE PROFILE REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

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MBA or a professional Human Resources qualification or equivalent tertiary education; A minimum of 10 years’ professional experience in Human Resources, ideally with experience in dealing with HR issues in the region.

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High degree of accountability, commitment to excellence; and integrity in relations with colleagues Proven interpersonal and people management skills An excellent communicator with strong influencing skills Excellent combination of being strategic as well as hands-on as and when required Strong understanding of project management and operational skills, and a well-organised approach to work, and attention to detail Ability to train others and explain complex concepts in a simple manner, including virtually Strong interpersonal skills, able to interact with and influence senior management staff in CO/POs and relevant staff in different functional areas in a positive manner Experience with and a good understanding of operating in different cultural environments Ability to drive change and high performance, as well as identify and provide solutions which benefit the organisation Decisive, proactive, and collaborative

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Excellent written and spoken English; knowledge of relevant language for the region of operation is an advantage Proficiency in the use of computer office applications - word processing, spreadsheet and presentation, and HR softwares Available to travel extensively in the region; Passion and commitment for conservation and sustainable development Demonstrates WWF behaviours in way of working: Strive for Impact, Listen Deeply, Collaborate Openly, Innovate Fearlessly; Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Internal: Network Development Executive Director, Regional Director, Country/ Programme Offices staff, local & regional HR Managers/Directors, CO/PO Directors/ Representatives, WWF International People & Culture team and HR Leadership Team. Works closely with the HR community. External: Contact with external bodies will mainly include executive search companies, external HR partners and providers. This job description covers the main tasks and conveys the spirit of the sort of tasks that are anticipated proactively from staff. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to organizational needs. © Juergen Freund / WWF

HOW TO APPLY All correspondence, at this stage, should be via Oxford HR. To apply for this post, click on the “Apply” button on the job advert page, complete our online application form, and submit your CV and cover letter. Please provide a CV and cover letter in two different documents, which should be prepared before applying as they will be considered in the application process. The cover letter should be no more than two pages long and explain why you are interested in this post and how your skills and experience make you a good fit. The document should be saved in MS Word in the following format: Your First Name-Your Last Name-Document Name-Date (mmyy) e.g., Pat-Jones-CV-062022 or Pat-Jones-CoverLetter-062022

TIMELINE

Closing Date: First stage interviews: Final interviews:

SELECTION PROCESS

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EQUALITY STATEMENT

Equality and diversity are at the core of (organisation name) values. Staff are expected to work collectively and individually to promote a constructive and sensitive approach to others from a variety of backgrounds, where the work of others is valued and respected.

QUERIES

If you have any queries on any aspect of the appointment process, need additional information, or would like to have an informal discussion, please email at wwf-headpeopleandculture@oxfordhr.co.uk in the first instance. © James Morgan / WWF

ABOUT OXFORD HR

Oxford HR operates globally - mainly within the international development and charity sectors. We carry out retained executive search mandates at board and senior management levels. We also offer human resource and organisational development consultancy. Oxford HR has many years of experience in search as well as an extensive network of a development, social sector, corporate, public sector, and academic contacts from across the world. We carry out comprehensive and often international searches designed to meet the specific needs of our client.

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