The European Climate Foundation (ECF) is a major philanthropic initiative working to help tackle the climate crisis by fostering the development of a net-zero emission society at the national, European and global level.

We support over 700 partner organisations to carry out activities that drive urgent and ambitious policy in support of the objectives of the Paris Agreement, contribute to the public debate on climate action and help deliver a socially responsible transition to a net-zero economy and sustainable society in Europe and around the world.

The ECF brings together diverse perspectives and backgrounds to find the best innovative solutions to tackle climate change. We are focusing on engaging and hiring great people from a wide diversity of backgrounds to strengthen the cause. If you share our values of respect, innovation, and collaboration, join us.

In the context of a maternity leave we are looking for a part-time (50%) consultant with a strong experience as Talent and learning development expert. You will develop and coordinate the annual development process across the Foundation.

If available full time, the extra 50% would be focused on being HR Partner. You would work with the team leaders and one managers to facilitate the employee journey.

The role reports directly to the HR Director.

Key responsibilities

Learning & Talent Development Specialist - (up to 50%)

• Be in charge of the execution of the organisational annual development process; the analysis, the organization of the trainings with most requests and a budget follow up;

• Set up and implement a leadership development programme;

• Prepare a competency gap analysis project based on the development of the organization;

HR Partner - 50% (if consultant available for an extra 50%, and if proven experience)

• Support the day-to-day HR management for 1 or 2 groups

• Primary interface for employees and managers within your designated ECF groups & programmes

• Liaising with the Centres of Excellence (Talent Management, C&B, Payroll) whenever needed, to handle all inquiries and employee's issues

• Work with your ECF designated groups to guide them through the overall HR Strategy and specific HR programs and policies and to identify and report your groups specific needs

• Participate in other HR projects as applicable, together with the team

Experience and competencies

• Strong interest in climate and the environment;

• Proven experience as Talent development manager;

• Strong trust building and diplomatic skills that enable effective collaboration with a diverse group of internal and external partners;

• Excellent collaboration and influencing skills;

• Achieving efficient, timely, quality results by directing efforts on expected outcomes

• Excellent command of the English languages (both spoken and written);

What we offer

• The unique opportunity to work as part of a highly dynamic, international group of individuals who combine their passion to make a difference with a rigorous and results-oriented approach to work;

• A flexible work environment and a space to develop and challenge yourself;

Location

Brussels

Start date

When available, September 2022 at the latest

How to apply

Please upload your

• CV (in English)

• cover letter (in English).

All applications will be treated confidentially. We will store your information in our internal database unless you specifically request otherwise.

Diversity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our organisation. We strongly encourage candidates from historically disadvantaged or marginalised groups to apply.