We’re looking for a People and Culture Manager to shape and lead Amala's first dedicated people function, ensuring our global team is supported by rigorous and human-centred people practices. You will work closely with the Head of Finance and our international leadership team to manage the end-to-end team member lifecycle and continuously foster a deep sense of belonging across our remote workforce.
Who we are
Amala’s mission is to use the power of education to transform the lives of young refugees, their communities and the world. We are a non‑profit organisation with big ambitions to create a deep and lasting impact for young people who are displaced. We have developed the first accredited secondary level programme and qualification for out of school refugee and crisis affected youth, and we also offer Changemaker Courses in areas such as Peace‑building, Ethical Leadership, and Social Entrepreneurship. Our approach to education is conveyed through our human‑centred, context‑inclusive curricula and learning programmes that are relevant to the lives that our students lead today and will lead in the future.
Key responsibilities
* Recruitment & Onboarding: Lead end‑to‑end hiring and design onboarding programmes that strictly adhere to Safer Recruitment requirements.
* Performance & Development: Manage the annual review cycle and coach managers to have meaningful, development‑focused conversations.
* Policy & Culture: Act as a custodian of Amala’s culture while maintaining compliant HR and policies and the Single Central Record.
* Compensation: Maintain our job grading framework and lead salary benchmarking against the NGO sector.
You will be successful if you have
* CIPD Level 5 qualification and proven HR management experience within an NGO or mission‑driven organisation.
* The ability to navigate the nuances of supporting globally distributed teams across different cultures and time zones.
* A human‑centred mindset that balances rigorous HR compliance with empathy and a commitment to team wellbeing.
All roles at Amala are open to applications from all sections of society. We believe in the potential of everyone regardless of race, religion or belief, ethnic origin, disability, sexual orientation, family structure, economic background, age, nationality or citizenship, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable persons is a priority for Amala. All team members are expected to share that commitment and adhere to Amala’s Safeguarding and Welfare Policy and Team Code of Conduct. Any offer of appointment by Amala is conditional on satisfactory pre‑appointment checks.
How to apply
Read the job description for more details on the role and for information on how to apply.
Deadline
Monday 18May 2026, 12:00BST
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