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.
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
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.