Regional HR Partner (Asia & Pacific)

What We Do

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and at the same time promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.

With a long-standing presence in Asia and the Pacific Region, ICRC supports people affected by armed conflict working closely with Red Cross and Red Crescent National Societies, being present in 21 countries of the region.

Purpose of the Position

In a mutating competitive humanitarian environment at the same time as humanitarian needs are growing, the Regional HR Partner Asia & Pacific will be promoting the People and Culture Strategy across the region, supporting the HR Managers and Management, developing, and nurturing Asian Talents within the region or beyond.

As part of an HR virtual team,  including centers of expertise,  the  Regional HR Partner Asia & Pacific reinforce and build partnerships within the other components of the Red Cross & Red Crescent Movement, lead transformations and ensure an optimal emergency preparedness and response capacity in the region.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Works closely with Regional Management, Management and HR Managers in delegations to align People and Culture strategies with operational needs.
• Champions organizational change and supports the continuous development of a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Contributes to and collaborate with a dynamic team of HR professionals both in the region and at our headquarters in Geneva.
• Provides input developing PAC strategies and objectives and/or implementing strategies developed by the operational regional management, the HR Department/Unit and the institution.
• Brings in field operational viewpoint and challenges to the respective HR stakeholders at headquarters level.
• Participates actively in the maintenance but also development of HR processes, policies and tools, feeding upward insight from the field to ensure that the changes proposed are relevant and sustainable for the field.
• Is the functional manager for HR Managers in the delegations and provides them with support in the application of HR tools, policies, processes and guidelines. 
• Acts as a trouble shooter for matters blocked at HR Managers’ level, liaising with the corresponding stakeholders in HQ and finding sustainable solutions to challenges.
• Coaches, onboards and assists HR Managers in the field and the operational regional management in good HR Management practices and people management responsibilities (HR Capacity Building).

Education and Experience Required

• Advanced university degree with specialization in HR or equivalent.
• Specialized training or relevant experience in project management and change management.
• 10 years’ experience as Regional HR manager or equivalent in similar global organizations.

Desired Profile and Skills

• Strongly motivated by humanitarian work.
• Able to work under pressure in a potentially dangerous environment. 
• Solid experience in remote staff management and online training.
• Good analytical skills, knowledge of HR systems and tools.

Languages

• Fluency in English is required (C1 level or above).
• Working knowledge of French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic or other languages of the region is an asset (B2 level or above).

Additional Information

• • Expected starting date: 15 August 2025
  • Location: Manila or Bangkok or Jakarta. The position is open to applicants who are respectively nationals of The Philippines / Thailand / Indonesia or possess a valid work permit for one of these countries.
  • Contract type/working rate: Fixed-term contract / Full-time 
  • Contract duration : 4 years, renewable 
  • Job level /benefits: C2 level - according to ICRC salary scale and benefit package of the country (Philippines/Thailand/Indonesia)
  • Type of position: Local contract 
  • Hardship level: H0 (Family Posting)
  • Expected travel time: up to 40% and emergency mobility upon demand
  • Application deadline: 22nd June 2025

Our values

At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this .