HR Manager

HR Manager Global Culture Network (GCN) Global Culture Network (GCN) is seeking a capable and people-focused HR Manager to support recruitment, volunteer coordination, human resources administration, team development, and organizational growth. The successful candidate will help GCN attract, support, and retain people who are committed to language preservation, cultural diversity, education, and cross-cultural understanding. Key Responsibilities Develop and support recruitment strategies for volunteers and other team members. Coordinate job advertisements, applications, candidate screening, interviews, and recruitment records. Support onboarding, orientation, team communication, and staff or volunteer engagement. Help develop HR policies, procedures, guidelines, and organizational documentation. Support performance monitoring, team development, conflict resolution, and professional conduct. Maintain accurate and confidential personnel records. Collaborate with departmental managers to identify staffing needs and improve team effectiveness. Promote fairness, inclusion, accountability, and respect for people from different backgrounds. Prepare HR updates and recommendations for GCN Management. Handle sensitive information responsibly and follow applicable policies and data-protection practices. Qualifications and Experience Education, training, or practical experience in human resources, management, administration, organizational development, or a related field. Experience in recruitment, people management, HR administration, team leadership, or volunteer coordination. Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage records, deadlines, competing priorities, and confidential information. Ability to work with people from different countries and cultural backgrounds. Integrity, sound judgment, accountability, and a commitment to fair recruitment. Relevant HR qualifications or professional certifications are an advantage. Technical Skills Experience with recruitment platforms, spreadsheets, HR databases, digital communication, and collaborative tools is helpful. Knowledge of Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, applicant tracking systems, or HR information systems is an advantage. Applicants do not need to have every listed technical skill. Educational Qualification Levels GCN welcomes relevant qualifications at Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or PhD level, depending on the responsibilities of the position. Suitable fields of study are listed in each role's qualifications. Applicants with equivalent relevant professional experience may also be considered where appropriate. Application Review Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received. Early applications are encouraged. The published application deadline is October 26, 2026 , unless GCN announces an update. Language Requirements Professional English communication is required. Additional languages are welcome, including Arabic, French, German, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, African languages, Indigenous languages, and other underrepresented languages. Applicants do not need to speak all these languages. International Recruitment GCN welcomes applicants of all nationalities and cultural backgrounds. We aim to build an international team that values different experiences, languages, disciplines, and perspectives. Selection will be based on relevant skills, experience, suitability for the position, communication, integrity, and commitment to GCN's mission. Personal Qualities We value initiative, accountability, creativity, attention to detail, teamwork, respect for different cultures, openness to feedback, and a genuine commitment to GCN's mission. Compensation and Employment Terms This position is intended to be paid employment. GCN is developing its funding base, and compensation, benefits if applicable, contract terms, and start date will be discussed with shortlisted applicants and confirmed before any offer is made. Please do not assume that a particular salary or start date has already been guaranteed. How to Apply To apply for the HR Manager position, please visit the Global Culture Network (GCN) Careers Application Page using the link below and complete the online application process. Apply here: https://globalculturenetworkorg.org/careers Please ensure that you provide the information and supporting documents requested in the online application form. Interested in other opportunities at GCN? Visit our careers page to explore and apply for other available positions that match your qualifications, skills, and experience. Application deadline: October 26, 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.