People, Culture and Global HR Generalist

Company Description

Oxfam is a global organization that fights inequality to end poverty and injustice. We offer lifesaving support in times of crisis and advocate for economic justice, gender equality, and climate action. We demand equal rights and equal treatment so that everyone can thrive, not just survive.

Oxfam America employees are able to work remotely, but to be considered applicants should reside in one of the following states that are within a 200-mile radius of an Oxfam America office which are located in Boston and Washington DC: ME, NH, VT, MA, RI, CT, NY, NJ, PA, DE, WV, VA, MD, NC or DC.

Job Description

The People and Culture and Global HR (PCHR) Generalist is skilled and passionate about supporting the full Employee Life Cycle inclusive of Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Disability Compliance, Racial Equity, and HR Operations. In this capacity, they will create and maintain collaborative partnerships across HR spaces to deliver value-added services of PCHR to all employees that enhances the business objectives of Oxfam America. Their responsibilities encompass nurturing talent in alignment with Oxfam America’s policies and key processes and actively contribute to critical activities that improve and enhance the employee experience, making our organization a better place to work/employer of choice. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Total Rewards (40%)

• Actively manage and support employee data reporting and filing such as EEO data, ACA, 5500 forms health & welfare compliances, data integrity initiatives, highlight and communicate trends or discrepancies for resolution with HR Strategists and other HR team members to impact strategy and action.
• Support Senior HR Strategist with annual vendor renewals, benefits open enrollments in coordination with ADP and benefits brokers, and manage vendor invoices processing and any discrepancy resolution.
• Act as liaison with benefits brokers on behalf of staff’s benefits issues.
• Assist and support the compliance and administrative processing and review of FMLA requests and other Leave of Absence (LOA) documentation in partnership with Third Party Administrators (TPA) and insurance carriers.
• Support implementation of the leave of absence system, communication, training, and logistics.
• Ensure accurate benefits data and collaborating with benefits brokers.
• Assist scheduled retirement and benefits audits and completion of findings.
• Support the creation and distribution of total compensation letters.
• Manage state(s) unemployment benefits claims.

Employee Engagement (25%)

• Foster a positive environment, working with managers and employees to address employee engagement issues, including maintenance of a recognition program and development of employee engagement initiatives.
• Analyze trends and metrics and propose ideas to motivate employees and embrace a “Best Place to work” culture.
• Review turnover data and propose ideas to reduce undesired turnover. Implement plan and track results.
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale and increase productivity and retention.
• Champion and support Racial Equity Initiatives.

Talent Acquisition (25%)

• Assist Talent Acquisition team with Onboarding/Offboarding tasks, answering employee inquiries and other general HR duties as assigned.
• Assist the Talent Acquisition Manager with compliance in ATS and reporting needs as needed.
• Support and conduct new hire orientations and ensure all necessary paperwork and documentation are completed accurately and on time.
• Develop and update onboarding materials and programs to enhance the new hire experience.
• Serve as a point of contact for new employees, addressing any questions or concerns they may have during the onboarding process.

People and Culture Operations (10%)

• Provide support for HR audits including gathering required documents and liaising with auditors.
• Implement established HR policies, procedures, handbooks and initiatives. Provide input, recommendations and feedback for the development of new approaches, policies, and procedures.
• Assist in developing standard HR processes for continuous improvement.

EXPECTATIONS FOR THE POSITION:

• Will stay abreast of professional standards, trends, and issues affecting this set of responsibilities, demonstrating continuous learning of the field.
• Will work effectively and collaboratively in support of building a team-based, problem-solving work culture treating all persons with dignity and respect and will be familiar with and committed to Oxfam America’s mission, values, and goals.