HR Manager and Global Talent Development Coordinator

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                                                HR Manager and Global
Talent Development Coordinator

Animals Asia is devoted to ending bear bile farming and improving the welfare of animals across Asia. We are committed to ending the suffering of animals throughout Asia by promoting compassion and respect for all animals, while striving to create long-term and sustainable change. Animals Asia is currently seeking to recruit a qualified candidate for the position HR Manager and Global Talent Development Coordinator with details as follows:

Position: HR Manager and Global Talent Development Coordinator

Employment type: Full-time

Contract duration: One-year contract, extendable based on performance with initial 2-month probationary period
Work location: Ha Noi, Viet Nam

Role Purpose: This dual-purpose role combines: 

• Global Talent Development Coordinator: Optimize and implement programs for learning, leadership development and cultural transformation. 
• Country HR Management:  To serve as the local Country HR Manager for Vietnam, ensure HR operational excellence and compliance in country.
  

Responsibilities:

Global Talent Development:

• Learning and Development programs:
  • Optimize and implement global Learning and Development programs, aligned with organisational goals (e.g., leadership pipelines, technical upskilling)
  • Manage e-learning platforms (LMS) and partnerships with external training providers.
• Organisational Development:
  • Drive cultural transformation initiatives and change management for restructures, or new strategies
  • Develop team effectiveness programs (Performance Appraisal system, Team Health Checks, survey)
• Performance & Succession:
  • Implement talent review processes and high-potential (HiPo) development plans.
  • Align OD initiatives with succession planning to future-proof leadership.
• Metrics & ROI:
  • Track program effectiveness (completion rates, promotion rates post-training)

  Country HR Management:

• Lead the country HR function and act as the primary HR contact and strategic advisor to the Country Director.
• Effectively lead a team of local HR professionals and manage day-to-day HR workflows.
• Lead rollout of global HR initiatives after adapting them to local needs and practices.
• Based on trusted relationships across the organisation, effectively facilitate cross-team collaboration, coaching and conflict management.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Oversee employee performance management, including the appraisal process.
• Optimize HR processes using technology (e.g. HRIS, analytics tools).
• Lead recruitment and employer branding.
• Manage and implement the remuneration policy.
• Manage the department’s finances, including its budget, and continually identify opportunities to work more effectively and cost efficiently.

 Requirements:

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Learning & Development, Organisation Development, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in HR, Learning & Development, Organisational Development or Talent Management.
• Proven experience in HR management and HR operations.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing L&D and OD programs.
• Strong knowledge of Vietnamese labour laws and HR best practices.
• Experience leading teams and managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent stakeholder management, coaching and communication skills.
• Fluent spoken and written English.

Skills & Competencies:

• Experience in L&D and OD framework and program design in global setting.
• Experience in change management and cultural transformation.
• Outstanding stakeholder management, coaching, and interpersonal skills across diverse cultures and regions.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and strategic mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Experience:

• A minimum of 8 years’ progressive experience L&D/OD and HR operations.
• Participation in scaling L&D/OD programs globally.
• Track record of HR management in the local country.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to driving cultural change.
• Proven experience in program design and development, preferably in a corporate or higher education setting.
• Experience with online learning platforms and technologies.
• Experience supervising or leading a team.

Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of international HR best practices.
• Detailed knowledge of local country employment practices and labour laws and regulation.
• Knowledge of workforce learning principles and instructional design methodologies.

• Proficient in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite

Languages: Native Vietnamese and strong English (written and spoken).

            Education: A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in Human Resources Management, Learning and Development, Organisation Development, or related field.

How to Apply

Please send your cover letter and CV (clearly stating the applied position) by clicking the application link below. Link: https://animalsasia.bamboohr.com/careers/126

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for interviews. Applicants who have not received a reply after two weeks from the date of the advertisement should consider their applications unsuccessful. Only short-listed applicants will be interviewed; the interview will be conducted in English. Closing date for application is 19th June 2026.

To find out more: www.animalsasia.org

 Animals Asia values candidates with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome applicants of every ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, socioeconomic status, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to building an organization that creates an inclusive environment for all.

Using AI During Interviews
 Animals Asia is committed to ensuring a fair and authentic interview process. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including but not limited to real-time transcription, automated response generation or assistance in formulating interview answers, is strictly prohibited during any stage of the interview process.We will take a candidate's agreement to participate in an interview with us as confirmation that they will not use AI tools in any form during the conversation. If it is discovered or reasonably suspected that AI has been used, the interview will be terminated immediately, and the candidate will no longer be considered for the role.We appreciate your understanding and adherence to this policy, which is in place to maintain the integrity, professionalism and reliability of our recruitment procedures.