Job description
Company Description
Oxfam is a global organization that fights inequality to end poverty and injustice. We offer lifesaving support in times of crisis and advocate for economic justice, gender equality, and climate action. We demand equal rights and equal treatment so that everyone can thrive, not just survive.
Oxfam America employees are able to work remotely, but to be considered applicants must reside in one of the following states that are within a 200-mile radius of our offices which are located in Boston and Washington DC: ME, NH, VT, MA, RI, CT, NY, NJ, PA, DE, WV, VA, MD, NC or DC.
Job Description
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Global Talent & Mobility Partner plays a critical role in delivering inclusive, timely, and compliant staffing practices across Oxfam US (OUS). This role ensures seamless coordination of recruitment and onboarding for all hires including those on visas, secondments, hosted roles, and through Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs). It also supports employment compliance and operational process improvements.
With an emphasis on global mobility and equitable hiring, this position helps translate organizational people strategies into scalable staffing solutions that reflect Oxfam’s feminist, anti-racist, and equity centered values. This role builds strong relationships with internal teams and external partners to promote access, fairness, and consistency in how talent is engaged, hired, and onboarded across the organization.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Talent Acquisition and Hiring Operations
- Lead and coordinate all phases of the recruitment process, including job scoping, intake, outreach, screening, interviewing, evaluation, and offer management.
- Guide hiring managers on inclusive hiring practices and usage of applicant tracking system (ATS).
- Post positions, monitor pipelines, and engage with diverse candidate pools and outreach partners.
- Coordinate candidate logistics, including interview scheduling, reference checks, and background screenings.
- Train managers and staff on hiring processes and equity-centered practices.
- Represent Oxfam at career events (virtual and in person) and promote opportunities via social media and strategic partnerships.
- Utilize technology to support the development and utilization of recruitment tools, templates, and process improvements to drive efficiency and access.
- Monitors, tracks and reports on hiring metrics to ensure turnaround times are within specific guidelines.
Global Mobility, Immigration, and Compliance
- Manage all visa-enabled hires and onboarding, including preparation of supporting documentation and coordination with immigration attorneys.
- Serve as primary liaison to PEOs for international hires, ensuring alignment with contracts, risk protocols, and employment law.
- Provide guidance on international staffing and compliance, working closely with legal counsel and Finance.
- Support secondment and hosted staff processes in collaboration with global HR colleagues.
- Participate in Oxfam Confederation People and Culture meetings related to hiring, onboarding, and global mobility.
Onboarding, Offboarding and Orientation
- Lead inclusive onboarding processes and ensure completion and compliance of necessary documentation (e.g., I-9, E-Verify, tax forms).
- Facilitate biweekly orientation sessions and coordinate onboarding logistics across departments.
- Ensure HRIS data entry, document storage, and compliance with onboarding procedures across systems such as ADP Workforce Now.
- Standardize onboarding procedures in collaboration with global offices.
- Coordinate the offboarding process for international staff, hosted, & PEO employed staff to ensure compliance with country laws.
Intern, Student, and Volunteer Programs
- Manage recruitment, onboarding, and tracking of interns and volunteers, including outreach and manager support.
- Ensure compliance with labor laws and educational agreements.
- Monitor intern engagement and outcomes and recommend program enhancements.
- Develops and implements outreach strategies to develop relationships with diverse universities and constituencies.
Systems, Reporting, and HR Coordination
- Maintain accurate records and reporting across SmartRecruiter, UBW (Unit4 Business World) and ADP Workforce Now.
- Analyze onboarding and staffing data to inform equity goals and process improvements.
- Support general HR coordination and documentation.
- Collaborate with the IT team to ensure technology enhances the employee’s onboarding experience.
- Other duties as assigned
EXPTECTATIONS FOR THE POSITION:
- Demonstrates Continuous Learning
Stays current on employment law, global mobility trends, visa compliance, and inclusive staffing practices. Seeks feedback and engages in professional development to strengthen impact.
- Collaborates Across Teams
Builds relationships and works collaboratively across HR, legal, and finance functions to deliver efficient, consistent staffing and onboarding processes globally.
- Centers Equity and Justice
Applies feminist and anti-racist principles in every facet of the role—from designing outreach strategies to shaping inclusive onboarding experiences. Ensures recruitment and mobility practices affirm all identities and remove barriers.
- Supports People Strategy Execution
Translates strategic staffing goals into scalable operational systems and hiring processes that support mission-driven workforce planning and a positive employee experience.
- Promotes a Safe and Accountable Culture
Ensures compliance with labor laws and organizational policies while upholding ethical practices in all staffing and onboarding processes. Creates systems of accountability and transparency.
- Travel and Work Schedule Flexibility
May require occasional travel (up to 10%) for onsite staff onboarding, career events, team retreats, or meetings. Availability across time zones and adaptability to changing schedules may be necessary based on global team coordination.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, International Relations, or a related field, or equivalent lived or professional experience.
Experience and Core Competencies:
At least 4 years of experience in talent acquisition, staffing operations, or HR coordination.
Demonstrated experience with international hiring and onboarding processes, including collaboration with immigration providers or PEOs.
Knowledge of U.S. employment laws and visa regulations; familiarity with global compliance practices.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills across diverse functions and cultures.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
Cultural humility and fluency in navigating multicultural environments.
Proficiency in ATS e.g. SmartRecruiter, UBW, and ADP Workforce Now.
Preferred Qualifications:
- HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR, GPHR).
- Recruiter certification (AIRS, LinkedIn Certified Recruiter, etc.).
- Experience in confederated or globally distributed nonprofits.
- Proficiency in French, Spanish, or another major global language.
- Experience in accessible and inclusive hiring for people with disabilities or non-traditional backgrounds.
Nonunion/Exempt/Band G
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Oxfam America is a Gender Just organization and an equal opportunity employer. We have a zero tolerance policy for any sexual harassment, exploitation, and/or abuse. We welcome all persons to apply and do not discriminate. We take measures to prevent discrimination against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
We are an E-Verify employer.
For more information, please click on the following links:
E-Verify Participation Poster: English / Spanish
E-Verify Right to Work Poster: English | Spanish
