Director of Human Resources

4 hours ago


Palo Alto, California, United States EPIP Full time
About the Role

The Skoll Foundation is seeking an experienced and innovative HR professional to lead the organization's Human Resources function. As the Director of Human Resources, you will play a critical role in maintaining the Foundation as a world-class organization by enabling our people to achieve the organization's mission and strategies.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and implement processes and policies that strengthen a collaborative, diverse, results-oriented community of highly motivated individuals.
  • Lead the Foundation's employment life-cycle practices and provide vital input to organizational health and strategy.
  • Serve as the in-house expert on HR policies and compliance matters, as well as on innovative emerging practices.
  • Manage HR service providers, including recruiters and our Professional Employment Organization vendor.
  • Work with executives and staff to set performance goals that align with the Foundation's goals and priorities.
  • Provide insights and guidance in strategic and program planning exercises.
  • Ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion are primary in all decision making.
Requirements
  • Minimum of 7 to 10 years of relevant work experience.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience in management of, or in-depth exposure to, multiple aspects of the People Operations/HR function.
  • Demonstrated ability to work respectfully and sensitively with diverse people and communities.
  • Positive and successful direct management experience.
  • A sincere affinity for the Foundation's work and values.
What We Offer

The Skoll Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBT applicants.



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