Human Resources Business Partner

Vaste medewerker, Fulltime · Amsterdam

4.305 - 5.353 € per jaar

Wie zijn wij?

Who we are

Around the world, hundreds of millions of children are living with the effects of war and conflict. Separated from their homes, schools and loved ones, many are overwhelmed by manifestations of distress. Our mission is to shape the systems that protect and support the wellbeing of children affected by conflict.

We provide mental health and psychosocial support that builds children's resilience and helps restore their sense of safety and trust in themselves, in others, and in their communities. Our evidence-based methods are grounded in scientific research and carefully designed to meet children where they are, reflecting their unique experiences and perspectives.

The result is a range of proven programs that help children recover from the effects of war and look to the future with confidence, hope, and belief in their own potential.

Wie zoeken wij?

Who we are looking for

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to play a key role in shaping the people agenda at War Child Netherlands. In this pivotal position, you will lead the strategic and operational delivery of our HR strategy ensuring our people practices effectively support organizational goals, embody our values, and contribute to a positive, high-performing workplace culture.

You will be both a strategic advisor and a hands-on partner implementing and strengthening HR systems and policies, driving workforce planning and talent development, and guiding leaders through organizational change and transformation. With a strong understanding of Dutch labor law and a genuine commitment to staff well-being, you will help ensure that duty of care, inclusivity, and mental health support are at the heart of everything we do.

Jouw verantwoordelijkheden

Your Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership & HR Governance

Lead and continuously improve War Child NL's HR strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
Provide strategic guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, and talent needs.
Champion War Child's values, safeguarding principles, and DEIB commitments.

2. Policy, Procedure & Compliance

Develop, update, and implement HR policies, SOPs, and procedures in line with Dutch labor law and global standards.
Deliver training and build capacity among managers and team members to ensure understanding and compliance with policies, standards, and legal requirements.
Oversee data protection, confidentiality, and compliant personnel record management.

3. Job Profiling, Organizational Design & Change Management

Lead job profiling, grading, and organizational design initiatives.
Support restructuring processes, including workforce mapping, change planning, and communication.
Advise on employee relations throughout change initiatives.

4. Talent Management & Acquisition

Oversee end-to-end recruitment and support managers in workforce planning and competency gap assessment.
Implement a new performance management system and process and support goal setting, coaching, and talent development.
Align learning & development plans and lead on succession and leadership planning.

5. HR Operations

Support accurate payroll checks and ensure compliance with HR operations processes.
Conduct salary and benefits benchmarking; advise on compensation and reward strategies.
Enhance HRIS functionality and provide HR analytics for decision-making.
Monitor HR trends and implement process improvements.

7. Employee Relations, Engagement, Well-Being & Culture

Lead on employee relations matters, including grievances, disciplinary processes, and mediation.
Support reintegration during long-term sickness and guide managers in return-to-work processes.
Promote a strong duty-of-care culture, mental health support, and psychosocial well-being initiatives.
Develop manager capacity in supporting staff well-being and performance.
Foster a positive, inclusive, and psychologically safe workplace; oversee onboarding and exit processes.

6. External Relations & Representation

Serve as key liaison with legal advisors, labor authorities, and HR networks.
Represent War Child in relevant HR forums and conduct sector benchmarking to maintain best practice alignment.

Jouw profiel

Your Profile

HR Leadership: Progressive HR experience, including leading the HR function and contributing to organisational design and workforce planning
Change Management: Proven experience driving and supporting organizational change.
Recruitment: Strong background in recruitment and selection.
Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage and deliver complex projects.
Org Development: Experience in cultural transformation, workforce transitions, and organizational development.
HR Strategy: Expertise in policy development, HR strategy, and full HR lifecycle management.
Labor Law: Strong knowledge of Dutch labor law, compliance, and employment standards.
Non-Profit Sector: NGO or non-profit experience highly desirable.
Languages: Fluent in Dutch and English with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Wat wij bieden

What we offer

A permanent contract for 32–40 hours per week.
A gross monthly salary between €4,305 and €5,353 (based on 40 hours per week, depending on experience).
8% holiday allowance and 29 vacation days per year (for full-time employment, including 3 fixed days).
A fully employer-funded pension scheme
Net allowances for home working and commuting in line with our hybrid work policy. A monthly net phone allowance of €25
An informal, dedicated, and innovative organization driven by a passion for improving the well-being of children affected by conflict.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications by December 15 2025. We are reviewing submissions on a rolling basis, so early applications are strongly recommended.

Disclaimer
Only applications received via our website are processed.
If we appoint a suitable candidate before the given closing date, we reserve the right to remove the vacancy from our website before that date. In such a case, any responses received after that time are not processed.
It could be that during our selection process the closing date for the vacancy is extended. If so, and you have not yet heard from us, your application will remain active.
We have the right to close the advert before the deadline if we received many applications

By submitting your application you certify that all of the statements made in your application are true, complete, and correct and are made in good faith. You understand that falsifying, misrepresenting or intentionally withholding information will be grounds for rejection of your application or withdrawal of any offer of appointment or, if an appointment offer has been accepted, this will be ground for employment sanctions, such as, but not limited to, instant dismissal. In addition, you understand that you need to submit a Criminal Record Certificate and that, if you fail to submit it, no employment relationship can be established.

War Child is an international organisation, and we are committed to be a diverse and inclusive employer, placing human and child rights at the centre of our existence and work. We hire our new colleagues based on their talents, competences and shared values; we do not distinguish them based on their age, gender and gender identity, race, color, ethnicity, religion, culture, sexual orientation, disability etc.

The safety of children and youth is a paramount and essential to War Child’s work. War Child has a zero tolerance policy towards any form of abuse. To prevent placing children and youth at any risk this subject is addressed in our recruitment and selection procedures. Moreover, the accepted candidates will be required to state their commitment/ intent to be aware, consider and adhere to the minimum standards applicable in development and humanitarian settings, such as humanitarian values and principles, Sphere Humanitarian Charter, Standards in the Humanitarian Standards Partnership, Core Humanitarian Standard, International Humanitarian Law, Code of Conduct for the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in Disaster Relief and IASC Six Core Principles Relating to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.

Solliciteren op deze functie

Over ons

Onze organisatie
War Child is een dynamische organisatie waar een informele sfeer heerst en waar veel ruimte is voor creativiteit en eigen initiatief. Het imago dat War Child extern uitdraagt, is een blauwdruk van het werk op het hoofdkantoor: het is dynamisch, vernieuwend, integer en gericht op het behalen van resultaten tegen lage kosten. War Child besteedt zoveel mogelijk budget aan het helpen van kinderen in oorlog en doet er daarom alles aan om de kosten zo laag mogelijk te houden. Onze arbeidsvoorwaarden zijn op het niveau van de Nederlandse NGO sector. Het kantoor is gevestigd in de Amsterdamse wijk Watergraafsmeer. We werken hybride, met de combinatie van thuis, op kantoor en in deze functie uiteraard soms onderweg naar relaties.

Veiligheid
War Child werkt vanuit  humanitaire waarden en normen. Van mogelijke nieuwe collega’s vragen we hetzelfde. Voor War Child staat de veiligheid van de kinderen en jongeren die we steunen voorop. We bestrijden elke vorm van misbruik. Omdat we willen dat kinderen en jongeren geen enkel risico lopen komt dit uitgebreid aan bod bij de werving van nieuwe collega’s. Als onderdeel van sollicitaties vragen we daarom om referenties naar aanleiding van het  Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme en een recente Verklaring Omtrent Gedrag (VOG).

Gelijke kansen
War Child droomt dat alle kinderen in vrede kunnen leven, wie ze ook zijn en waar ze ook opgroeien. Daarom is War Child trots dat we gelijke kansen bieden aan iedereen die met ons wil werken. We bevorderen diversiteit en willen dat iedereen zich bij ons thuis voelt. War Child selecteert mogelijke nieuwe collega’s ongeacht hun gender, ras, nationaliteit, beperking, leeftijd en/of seksuele voorkeur.

Sollicitaties
We besteden zoveel mogelijk van onze inkomsten aan de ondersteuning van kinderen en jongeren. Daarom werken we efficiënt. Dat betekent dat we alleen sollicitaties bekijken die we via onze websites ontvangen. Mochten we een geschikt persoon vinden vóór de sluitingsdatum, verwijderen we de vacature van onze websites. Sollicitaties die we later ontvangen, kunnen we dan niet meer in behandeling nemen.

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