People & Culture Officer

People & Culture Officer

Global Fund for Women envisions a world where movements for gender justice have transformed power and privilege for a few into equity and equality for all. We fund bold, ambitious, and expansive gender justice movements to create meaningful change that will last beyond our lifetimes.

The People & Culture Officer plays a central role in cultivating an organizational culture where staff feel supported, valued, and empowered to thrive. Reporting to the VP of People & Culture, the People & Culture Officer will support core HR functions, including talent acquisition, onboarding and offboarding, employee engagement, performance management, and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) initiatives. This person will also support the development and implementation of people policies and practices that reflect our organizational values and ensure compliance. The People & Culture Officer will act as a trusted resource for staff at all levels, balancing strategic priorities with day-to-day operations to ensure an inclusive and high-functioning workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full-cycle recruitment process in collaboration with hiring managers, including developing job descriptions, conducting initial screens, and managing candidate pipelines.
• Monitor our external reputation and implement strategies to strengthen our employer brand and recruitment processes.
• Continuously improve the candidate experience to ensure all interactions are responsive, equitable, and aligned with our organizational values.
• Design and deliver an engaging onboarding experience that equips new staff with the knowledge, resources, and relationships they need to succeed.
• Support the development and execution of our DEIB roadmap in partnership with Staff Council, the Black Liberation Team, the Executive Team, and our DEIB working groups.
• Partner with the VP of People & Culture to develop and implement initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, including staff surveys, team building activities, and retreats.
• Support the creation and implementation of practices across the employee lifecycle that center equity, inclusivity, and accessibility.
• Partner with managers and staff to identify professional development needs and coordinate trainings, coaching, and learning opportunities.
• Serve as a confidential point of contact for staff on workplace concerns, ensuring timely and appropriate escalation as needed.
• Monitor compliance with employment laws and regulations, proactively advising on potential risks and recommending solutions.
• Develop, implement, and communicate clear people policies and procedures that are legally compliant, grounded in equity, and reflective of our organizational culture.
• Support our performance management process by tracking timelines, providing tools for goal setting, advising managers on giving and receiving feedback, and facilitating annual reviews.
• Conduct regular compensation and benefits benchmarking to ensure equitable and competitive total rewards practices.
• Maintain and continuously improve HR systems and processes by assessing current workflows, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing solutions.
• Partner with the VP of People & Culture to develop and implement a comprehensive people strategy that aligns with our organizational goals and values.
• Research best practices in HR, people operations, and organizational development, offering recommendations that continually strengthen the employee and candidate experience.
• Support the communication and rollout of organizational changes, ensuring employees are informed and supported throughout transitions.
• Create dashboards and track metrics to measure key people outcomes (e.g., turnover, engagement, time to hire) to inform decision-making.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the team and broader organizational goals.

Key Talents / Ways of Being

Key Skills / Ways of Doing

Salary range of $75,000 - $105,000

Global Fund for Women is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by law. Qualified candidates, including but not limited to women, people of color, disabled, and LGBTQI+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. The salary range reflects the San Francisco Bay Area salary scales and will be adjusted based on city, state, and / or country of the candidate so that we can ensure internal equity.