HR Generalist

Food for the Hungry

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 days ago
Location: Phoenix, AZWhy we are different…Talent. Faith. Thrive.When you join Food for the Hungry (FH), you embrace God’s calling for your life and engage in work that combines your talents and faith. In the same way that FH is committed to unlocking resilience and flourishing in communities around the globe, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where our team members can thrive and grow. We believe every imaginable problem has a solution and that our contributions make a difference. FH continues to re-imagine impactful solutions to respond to the devastation of poverty globally. FH serves millions of the world’s most vulnerable people, helping them overcome poverty and injustice by collaborating with country offices to build resources, capacity, and resilience. Food for the Hungry turns adversity into impact. FH has harnessed the power of faith for more than 50 years. Our Heartbeat Christian values permeate throughout the organization.A successful candidate will have the following:FH is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to serve as the administrator for several critical HR functions and workforce management, including recruiting, employee/labor relations, health and safety, compensation, benefits, training, diversity, employee engagement, leave and attendance tracking, payroll, and employee records. The qualified HR Generalist will have at least 4 years of HR experience, a bachelor’s degree in HR or related field and:
  • A vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a Christian commitment to serving the poor, and in full agreement with FH’s Christian beliefs.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills (ability to build rapport, resolve conflicts, and foster positive relationships).
  • Problem solving and critical thinking skills (ability to analyze complex HR issues and develop effective solutions).
  • Organizational and time management skills.
  • Proficiency in HRIS and HR Technology tools.
  • Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
  • Ability to build collaborative relationships.
  • Decision-making skills/Sound judgement (particularly in sensitive employee relations matters).
  • Change management.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize.
  • Facilitation skills
What you’ll do…As the HR Generalist you will be responsible for:
  • Handle the backend of the recruiting process and oversee the onboarding process for new hires as well as assist with the offboarding process to ensure best-in-class experience.
  • Provide expertise and guidance on various HR matters.
  • Support benefits enrollment process, compensation process, performance management process, learning & development process and employee engagement.
  • Address employee concerns, mediate conflicts including investigations, and foster a positive work environment.
  • Process semi-monthly and monthly payroll for the Global Service Center, including quarterly tax filings.
  • Manage employee records, benefit administration and HRIS systems.
  • Ensure legal compliance with state and federal regulations and applicable employment laws, and update policies and/or procedures as required.
  • Assist in developing and executing global Talent & Culture procedures and policies, providing guidance and interpretation for business operations.
  • Participate in development of Talent & Culture objectives and systems, including metrics, queries, and standard reports for ongoing company requirements.
  • Administer US & International benefits, wellness and employee performance programs.
  • Suggest new procedures and policies to continually improve efficiency of the global Talent & Culture department and organization, and to improve the employee experience.
  • Maintain and update Talent & Culture systems and perform audits for accuracy and compliance.
  • Assist in the communication, interpretation, and upkeep of the employee handbook and organizational charts.
  • Provide metrics and reports as needed for ongoing company requirements.
  • Work proactively with colleagues to ensure an integrated approach to Talent & Culture service delivery, backfilling and assisting as appropriate.
What you’ll get…Along with competitive pay, FH offers insurance - health, disability, life; 401k (in US); vacation and sick leave; company paid holidays (not a complete description of benefits).WOW us!If you have the experience we are looking for - and want to join our mission - apply today! We get a lot of resumes, help us get to know you better by following these suggestions: submit a resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, answer the following questions:
  • Why do you want to work for Food for the Hungry?
  • Based on what we are looking for, how will you meet the expectations for the role?
Safeguarding PolicyFH strives to provide an environment free from sexual exploitation and abuse and harassment in all places where relief and development programs are implemented. FH holds a zero-tolerance policy against sexual exploitation and abuse and harassment. FH expects its employees to maintain high ethical standards, protect organizational integrity and reputation, and ensure that FH work is carried out in honest and fair methods, in alignment with the Heartbeat Values and safeguarding and associated policies. Violations to stated policies will be subject to corrective action up to and including termination of employment.

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