Head of People & Culture

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About Kiron

Since its inception in 2015, Kiron has been at the forefront of providing accessible and innovative educational solutions for refugees and underserved communities around the globe. With a comprehensive digital platform known as Kiron Campus, the organization has successfully supported over 100,000 learners in acquiring essential skills for the labor market while also fostering both academic and personal growth.

About the Role

As the Head of People & Culture, you will play a crucial role in the organization by overseeing the full employee lifecycle for the Kironistas. This position involves ensuring smooth internal processes along with fostering an outstanding employee experience. Given that Kiron is undergoing an exciting transitional period, your leadership will be vital in designing and implementing people-centric initiatives.

Your Tasks

• Coordination and strategic leadership of the full employee lifecycle including:

  • Talent acquisition
  • Onboarding and offboarding
  • Learning & development opportunities
  • Employee wellbeing
  • Rewards and recognition programs

• Oversight of people operations and payroll systems ensuring accuracy, smooth processing, and GDPR compliance.

• Managing and leading a team that includes the people & operations manager and the office manager.

• Engaging in stakeholder management and communication internally with management and the Works Council, and externally with tax advisors, freelancers, and service providers.

• Depending on your profile, you may also own or collaborate on:

  • Personnel planning and staffing
  • Salary, benefits, and career progression decisions
  • Project budgeting and proposals
  • Coaching other team leaders and managers on leadership and development topics
  • Focused initiatives on culture and organizational development

Your Profile

Ideal candidates share a strong passion for the mission to democratize access to education for refugees and disadvantaged communities globally. You should carry strong qualifications and experience:

• Have held a senior position in people & culture, preferably with leadership responsibilities, in a fast-paced and adaptable environment.
• Possess hands-on expertise in people operations, recruiting, and enhancing employee experience.
• Showcase an ability to balance high-level strategic thinking with practical operational work, enjoying both aspects equally.
• Be extremely organized, versatile, and capable of handling multiple priorities simultaneously while making informed decisions on the go.
• Display the capacity to switch between varied topics and work modes (strategic to operational, emotional to analytical) rapidly.
• Exhibit emotional intelligence and clarity in communication, allowing interaction with diverse stakeholders and finding common ground.
• Fluency in both English and German is essential.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• In-depth knowledge of German labor law.
• Further experience, especially in an NGO or project-based environment, specifically in personnel planning and staffing.
• A nuanced understanding of the intersection between organizational, financial, legal, and cultural aspects related to people & culture.
• Experience with organizational development or learning & development roles.

Our Offer

Kiron offers more than just a traditional job. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect:

Our Perks – More Than Just a Job

• IMPACT: You will have the opportunity to apply your expertise and help secure vital funding that supports educational and refugee integration initiatives. Your contributions will help Kiron effectively expand its reach and overall impact in various communities.

• FLEXIBILITY: Enjoy the flexibility of working either remotely or from the office located at Impact Hub Neukölln, allowing you to create an ideal workday that balances personal and organizational needs.

• GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT: Benefit from a commitment to continuous learning with five days of educational leave every year, along with a personal development budget aimed at improving your professional skills.

• BENEFITS: Additionally, you will enjoy 30 days of vacation, a competitive salary that reflects your talents (foreseen range between 4750 - 5750 Euros monthly for the full-time role), and a modern laptop to enhance your productivity.

Application Process

If you are ready to embrace this exciting role and join our mission, please submit your application via the provided link. You can expect at least two rounds of interviews, and in some cases, you may need to complete a task as part of the hiring process. Kiron values transparency and will inform candidates about the outcome of their applications. For any questions regarding the position, reach out to careers@kiron.ngo.

Kiron is dedicated to promoting empowerment and inclusion, continually fostering a diverse and safe environment. Applications are welcomed from everyone, regardless of background, gender, age, religion, worldview, or sexual orientation.

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