Human Resources Officer
This is an exciting opportunity for an HR Officer to work part-time (21 hours a week) for 3 months in a peacebuilding international non-government organisation based in London to cover a maternity leave.
We are looking for an excellent candidate to deliver an effective, efficient, and professional HR operational service. This is an operational generalist role that supports, develops, and advises line managers and employees on people processes and suggests solutions to a variety of people related areas, including family friendly, flexible working, recruitment and performance matters, and acts as the first point of contact for UK and Netherlands based employees. You will be the lead administrator for the HR system, and recruitment and onboarding. The role also assists the Head of People in global HR activities.
The requirements for the role are: CIPD Level 3 qualified or relevant experience, with a good knowledge of HR principles, policies, and procedures and excellent interpersonal and communication skills and you will be able to relate to people at all levels. Attention to detail and accuracy will be important as will an ability to plan and prioritise. You should be computer literate and experienced with Microsoft Office and HR systems.
In return, you will have the opportunity to work for a global peacebuilding NGO of around 180 staff, working in a common cause with a common purpose. Our vision is a world where conflicts can be resolved without violence, in which people work together to support and sustain peace. Our current strategy affirms and strengthens our commitment to working in partnership, collaboration and solidarity with all who strive for peace everywhere. Our peacebuilding programming, research and advocacy are delivered by our dynamic workforce based in our offices in 13 countries. Please note that the above are just some of the requirements for this role. For the full role requirements, please click here to view the job description.
Interviews for this position will be held on 9th and 10th of February 2026.
How to Apply
Please click “ here” to submit your CV and cover letter.
All applicants must have existing and permanent right to work in the UK. International Alert does not sponsor visas to work in the United Kingdom, or any of the other countries where this role is advertised.
International Alert prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from underrepresented people including women, people from the Global South, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ people, disabled people, and other historically marginalised people.
While International Alert will endeavour to contact all candidates within a reasonable time, this may not always be possible due to limited resources. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, you can assume that your application has, on this occasion, been unsuccessful.