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CARANA Corp.; Arlington, VA

Director of HR

Job Description – Director of Human Resources

CARANA Corporation, an international economic development consulting firm based in Arlington, Virginia, designs and directs innovative economic growth strategies to help countries and businesses compete globally, reducing poverty and raising living standards around the world. For 25 years, we have specialized in market-led solutions to development challenges in more than 80 countries, packaging our expertise with on-the-ground resources for continuing, cost-effective results.

CARANA is seeking a well-organized, highly motivated Human Resources Director. The selected applicant will report to the Executive Vice President, in the firm’s growing Corporate Services unit. The selected candidate would be responsible for the strategic development of the department, including, but not limited to the below:

Provide direction, leadership, and management of the Human Resources department
Design and implement an annual HR strategic plan
Work with the HR Manager to update internal processes and policies
Work on organizational design and development
Manage strategic and corporate planning
Respond to inquiries from domestic and international employees and consultants
Recommend and maintain an organizational structure and staffing levels to accomplish company goals and objectives
Recruit for Senior Home Office opportunities
Oversee compensation programs to ensure regulatory compliance and competitive salary levels
Create employee morale activities
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required and/or MS in HR or Business Administration
At least 10-15 years of direct experience in Human Resources, preferably in a government contracting and/or international environment
GPHR, SPHR certification preferred
Understanding of International Development
Understanding of Government Contracting
Fluency in English
Proficiency in either Spanish or French
Excellent interpersonal skills
Must be authorized to work in the United States

Additional Required Skills:

Excellent knowledge of employment law and HR compliance
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience drafting SOP’s
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Ability to support and work closely with the Executive Management Committee
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects
Have knowledge of multiple benefit plans and procedures
Strong organizational skills
High level of global cultural and political awareness
Excellent computer and presentation skills (MS Office)
Excellent attention to detail
Understanding of complex insurance policies (DBA, K&R)
Experience in strategic planning and execution
Knowledge of contracting, negotiating, and change management

Salary commensurate with background and experience. CARANA offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, growth potential, learning opportunities in a technically and intellectually stimulating work environment, and an outstanding firm culture.

Interested candidates should email a cover letter stating salary requirements, availability, and a detailed CV to jobs-hr2@carana.com. Please include “HR Director” in the subject line of the e-mail. No phone calls please. EOE.

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