Director of People & Culture

Core responsibilities:

• Develop, execute, and iterate on an HR strategy aligned with PIE's mission and global operating model
• Design and implement an HR operating model including organizational levels, career ladders, compensation philosophy, and benefits packages across multiple geographies
• Serve as an HR subject matter expert for PIE's transition to independence from the European Climate Foundation, including change management and communication
• Serve as a trusted people partner to PIE team members and manage individual HR case management during the transition

This role creates positive change by building a strategic HR function that supports a globally distributed workforce working to secure a safe climate, clean air and prosperity through a just transition in the power and steel sectors, fostering a culture that is equitable and people-centric to enable effective climate action.

Required skills and experience:

• Minimum 10 years in HR leadership roles, ideally in international, multi-jurisdictional organizations
• Proven track record of setting up HR operating models for globally distributed teams
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices in nonprofits, philanthropy, and/or global organizations
• Strategic thinking with hands-on execution capability, change management, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Familiarity with EOR models and global employment compliance
• Tech-savvy with HRIS and digital tools

Compensation and perks:

• An attractive salary at general market rates
• Cell phone and subscription
• Laptop provided
• Highly flexible, self-managed approach to day-to-day work arrangements
• Access to an extensive network of technical experts and change-makers
• Opportunity to work with a passionate international team focused on making a difference

The Pooled fund on International Energy (PIE) is an international grant making and strategy platform with a mission to secure a safe climate, clean air and prosperity through a just transition in the power and steel sectors. PIE works with foundations to support research institutions, think tanks and civil society organizations working with governments and businesses worldwide to overcome barriers to clean energy and steel.