[PURPOSE OF THE POSITION]

With a mix of strategic and operational responsibilities, the Human Resources Director (HRD) focuses on leading, developing, reviewing, and implementing HR strategies to meet MSF Korea’s organizational objectives and actively contribute to the healthy development of MSF Korea by promoting an inclusive, diversified, respectful, and professional working environment.
The HRD is accountable for both Office Human Resources and Field Human Resources (Field aid workers as known as International mobile staff). The HRD designs the HR plan of action and the associated budgets and is responsible for its execution and performance. The HRD is a key facilitator and interlocutor on employee relations matters and complex case management. The HRD provides guidance and coaching to people managers and Management Team (MT) members on HR policies and practice and their interpretation/implementation abiding by the legal compliance and MSF Korea office’s working culture.
The HRD is a member of the MT and represents MSF Korea on MSF international platforms and is in regular contact with their counterparts for movement-wide HR issues, and OD counterparts on complex FHR case management as required.

 

[MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES]

1. STRATEGIC PLANNING AND BUDGETING

The HRD develops, advises upon, and formulates, in collaboration with the General Director, all Human Resources strategies for MSF Korea (Field and HQ) including qualitative and quantitative objectives set.

The HRD assumes the annual process of:

• setting and reviewing multi-year and yearly HR projects and objectives,
• defining strategies and translating these strategies into the Strategic Plan and annual action plans,
• planning and supervising the implementation of the action plans, taking corrective, actions if needed, monitoring the achievement of all Human Resources objectives, 
• evaluating, and reporting on the action plan performances.

In collaboration with the General Director and Head of Finance and Compliance, the HRD elaborates on and monitors FTE counts, costs, and associated planning for MSF Korea.

 

2. OFFICE HUMAN RESOURCES

• Directs and oversees design and implementation of planning for Human Resources based on needs of departments and MSF Korea’s global plan of action; this includes but is not limited to:
  • organizational development,
  • recruitment and onboarding,
  • training and development of employees,
  • employee compensation and benefits,
  • workforce planning,
  • performance evaluation,
  • Staff development including Succession Planning and Individual Development Plans,
    oversees salary and compensation program and payroll process, and
  • handling grievance and employee relations issues.
• Reviews and approves HR reporting and indicators,
• Monitors and reviews MSF Korea’s salary grid and job grading; designs and proposes changes where appropriate/necessary,
• Responsible for monitoring changes in employment and contract legislation and regulations, and
• ensuring MSF Korea policies and procedures are always compliant,
• Liaises with labor attorney on MSFK’s employment matters and complex case management as required,
• Monitors up-to-date best practices both in the MSF movement and in the global HR market, and adjusts MSF Korea practices accordingly,
• Develops MSF-Korea’s HR policies, and procedures and ensures their effective implementation,
• Leads the design and implementation of a Learning and Development Strategy for MSF Korea,
• Supervises compliance of the MSF Korea policies and procedures to the Korean labor legislation as per MSF HR guidelines, policies, and international MSF decisions affecting the organization,
• Promotes and nurtures the Office Working Culture that maximizes staff engagement and provides counseling and support to other departments.

 

3. FIELD HUMAN RESOURCES

• Directs and oversees the design and implementation of planning for FHR based on operational and institutional needs and the MSF Korea global plan of action; this includes but is not limited to the recruitment marketing, recruitment, placement, development, administrative management, and support of Field aid workers (International Mobile Staff: IMS),
• Supports and participates in networking with key professional associations and health institutions in order to identify new opportunities for recruitment for both Field aid workers (International Mobile Staff: IMS).

 

4. ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND EMPLOYEE RELATIONS

• Provides guidance and coaching to managers and MT members on people policies and their interpretation/implementation,
• Coaches and supports managerial positions in defining and implementing HR strategies and people policies,
• Acts as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) and key facilitator and interlocutor on employee relations matters/complex case management,
• Advises the MT on organizational setup and opportunities for development,
• Supports, coaches, and fosters a culture of feedback, recognition, and continuous learning, leading the team towards a high-performance collaborative culture,
• Fosters an office environment and staff relations that are conducive to work satisfaction and achieving objectives.

 

5. RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHER MSF ENTITIES

• Represents MSF Korea on MSF international platforms and contributes to HR-related discussions,
• Represents MSF Korea in HR-related working groups as required/opportunity permits,
• Develops and maintains working relationships with MSF-HR counterparts for movement-wide HR issues and sharing of best practices, and OC counterparts to support the resolution of complex FHR case management as required.

6. OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

• Oversees the smooth running of MSF Korea’s administrative support services including reception, office travel, purchasing and inventory, meeting support, volunteer management, and maximizing utilization of services and equipment,
• Ensures adequate insurance coverage is in place for all general office needs, including office, general liability, travel, staff indemnity, international office staff housing, and ad hoc events.

7. LEADERSHIP AND TEAM MANAGEMENT

• Leads and manages MSFK’s HR department,
• Appoints, manages, supports, and evaluates the HR department,
• Delegates authority, consults with and guides staff to achieve goals. Provides ongoing feedback in a context of mutual respect,
• Conducts regular appraisals on his/her team in accordance with the Performance Management System,
• Supports the capacity building of his/her team and facilitates their integration in the international movement and in the third sector in Korea: proposes ad-hoc training, participation in MSF-HR working groups, etc.
• Oversees the selection and training of new staff.

8. Other Activities

• Actively contributes to the cohesion of the MSF Korea team and the development of synergies between the various departments and activities,
• Participates in MT activities and meetings,
• Leads and ensures the provision of constructive input to department-related activities (e.g. team meetings, strategic planning, cross-departmental support activities),
• Undertakes such other activities as may be required and approved by the General Director.

 

[QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB REQUIREMENTS]

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Commitment to MSF principles and humanitarian values
• Qualifications in Human Resources Management (or related degree)
• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience
• Experience in the strategic planning development and / or succeeded in leading HR projects
• Experience and understanding of Compensation and Benefits programs
• Knowledge and understanding of the Korean Labor Market, Employment, and Labor Laws
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication, negotiation skills
• Able to work autonomously, set up priorities, and be results-oriented
• Positive mindset 
• Cross-cultural and DEI awareness
• Experience in project and change management
• Initiative and Innovative mindset
• English written and spoken, Korean Highly Desirable.
• Effective Computer Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Available to travel domestically and overseas

 

DESIRABLE SKILLS

• Working experience abroad / exposure to different cultures
• Work experience in a not-for-profit organization

 

​<APPLICATION PROCEDURE>

If you are interested in this position, please send your motivation letter and CV in English to recruit@seoul.msf.org******@*******.*** at your earliest convenience date.

We will contact the selected candidate after the submission date within 2 weeks