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Senior Director of Human Resources and Labor Relations

Philadelphia, PA




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Executive Summary

The American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) is a Quaker organization dedicated to peace, justice, and sustainable development ​worldwide. AFSC works across 18 countries, engaging communities to build peace and justice through advocacy, support, and systemic ​change, guided by the Quaker belief in the inner light of every person. “AFSC works for a just, peaceful, and sustainable world free of ​violence, inequality, and oppression. We join with people and partners worldwide to meet urgent community needs, challenge injustice, ​and build peace.”

Mission & Strategic Goals

Guided by the Quaker belief in the divine light of each person, AFSC works with people of all faiths and backgrounds to challenge unjust ​systems and promote lasting peace. The interconnectedness of our world has never been so apparent—nor the urgency to resist the ​many forces that fuel inequality, oppression, and violence. In their work for a better future, AFSC focuses on three strategic program ​goals.

  • Just & Sustainable Peace
  • Just Economies
  • Just Responses to Forced Displacement & Migration


The Opportunity

The American Friends Service Committee (AFSC), headquartered in Philadelphia, is seeking a highly qualified professional to join their ​team as the Senior Director of Human Resources and Labor Relations. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in managing all aspects of ​human resources, labor relations, and personnel policies for the organization.


As the Senior Director of Human Resources and Labor Relations, you will be responsible for overseeing the recruitment, selection, ​training, evaluation, discipline, professional support, compensation, and benefits for approximately 300 staff members based in AFSC ​offices across the United States and worldwide. Reporting to the Deputy General Secretary, you will provide strategic guidance on ​matters such as morale, labor law, and the impact of managerial decisions on staff. Additionally, you will lead contract negotiations ​with unions, ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreements.


Qualifications

  • Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in human resources, with a focus on leadership roles.
  • Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and compliance regulations relevant to the non-profit sector.
  • Familiarity with compensation and benefits administration, including an understanding of non-profit compensation structures.
  • Strong knowledge of labor law, employment insurance practices, pension administration and legislation.
  • Expertise in employee relations, performance management, and conflict resolution.
  • Prior experience in labor/management relations within a union context.
  • Preference for prior experience in a U.S.-based organization with international operations.
  • Proficiency in computer applications and experience with HRIS reporting systems for statistical reporting and strategic ​planning in HR.
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  • Alignment with Quaker values and commitment to non-violence, respect for individuals, and the principles of AFSC.


Application Instructions


AFSC has partnered with Higher Talent to assist in this recruitment. Please contact Laurie Sloss to share your

resume and cover letter via email at ls@highertalentinc.com.