Senior HR Business Partner / Regional HR Cluster Lead - GG

cinfo; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An international organization in Singapore is seeking a strategic HR leader to implement key HR initiatives and support business strategies. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of HR experience, a master's degree, and a proven ability to manage talent development and drive organizational change. This role offers a competitive benefits package and the chance to work in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid parental leave

Medical, life and disability insurance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of HR experience with a strong understanding of HR policies.
• Proven ability to advise senior leaders on complex HR issues.
• Experience in designing customized capacity-building engagements.

Responsibilities

• Implement key HR initiatives and manage talent development.
• Advise senior leaders on HR policies and workforce planning.
• Lead change management initiatives and drive organizational development.

Skills

Consulting Skills

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Coaching

Decision Making

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

Job description

Responsibilities

include, but are not limited to, implementing key HR initiatives, driving the people management and development agenda, and collaborating closely with WBG Centers of Expertise teams to design and spearhead critical HR activities.

The selected candidates will report to the Regional HR Client Services Manager based in Paris, France.

Duties and Accountabilities

Strategic Partnership

• Provide critical insights in the design of advanced HR solutions, proposals, and methodologies at a strategic level to support regional business strategies and directions.
• Empower leadership with counsel to solve complex issues in key business areas, such as organizational effectiveness, organizational design, talent management, succession, employee development, executive coaching, change management, and employee engagement.
• Advise senior leaders on the application of HR policies and practices with integrated approaches.
• Participate in policy development by proactively collaborating with WBG COEs to review and adjust policy as needed.

Planning and Analytics, and Workforce Management

• Advise senior leaders on workforce planning, aligning existing and future workforce requirements seamlessly with the overarching institutional goals / objectives.
• Have an in-depth understanding of clients' business model; identify emerging HR implications and decisions that might affect relevant stakeholders.

Manage Talent and Performance

• Advise senior leaders on talent identification and staff career development, HR policies, and practices in an integrated manner.
• Lead the implementation of a skills-based approach to talent development in the region, aligning workforce capabilities with IFC vision 2030 requirements.
• Partner with WBG COEs to manage critical HR cases (e.g., performance, health, and exit).
• Participate in policy development by proactively collaborating with WBG COEs to review and adjust policy as needed.
• Work closely with clients to identify staff learning and development needs; participate in the design and implementation of capacity‑building interventions.

Selection Criteria

• Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Public Sector Management, or related disciplines) and ten or more years of relevant HR experience.
• Broad knowledge base and extensive experience in all major facets of HR management, including emerging trends and practices, and strong skills in Client Services.
• Solid understanding of IFC business, institutional HR policies, priorities, and practices.
• Hands‑on experience in mentoring, coaching, and supervising teams.
• Demonstrated ability to provide HR solutions to support business needs and solve complex issues.
• Capability to advise senior leaders on complex issues related to strategic staffing, and to navigate challenging situations.
• Skills and experience in designing and implementing customized capacity‑building engagements.
• Ability to lead the successful implementation of change management initiatives at an organizational level.
• Demonstrated organization development skills, such as design of organizational development interventions, facilitation of business sessions, team building, resolution of conflicts, and staff learning needs analyses.

COMPETENCIES

• Tasks and Workflow Management - Has excellent workflow and project management and task organization skills; able to take responsibility for all aspects of coordination of the workflow of assigned responsibilities as they relate to the implementation of complex, multi-functional projects in varied geographical and economic conditions.
• Business Judgment and Analytical Decision Making - Gathers inputs, assesses risk, develops scenarios, considers impact, and articulates benefits of decisions for internal and external stakeholders over the long term. Demonstrated analytical skills and proficiency with analytical tools.
• Client Orientation - Maintains client relationships in the face of conflicting demands or directions and provides evidence‑based advice and solutions based on sound diagnosis and knowledge.
• Drive for Results - Identify the needed resources to accomplish results involving multiple stakeholders and finds solutions to obstacles affecting key deliverables.
• Teamwork (Collaboration) and Inclusion - Show leadership in ensuring the team stays organized and focused and actively seek and consider diverse ideas and approaches.
• Knowledge, Learning and Communication - Lead in the sharing of best practice, trends, knowledge, and lessons learned across units and with clients and partners, articulating ideas verbally and in writing in a clear and compelling way across audiences of varied levels. Facilitate and lead discussions and ensure productive exchange of ideas.

WBG Culture Attributes

• Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
• Thoughtful risk‑taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
• Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.

The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

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