Director Of Human Capital And Organizational Effectiveness

Company Description African Diaspora United for Development (ADUD) is a U.S.-based, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that mobilizes the knowledge, experience, talents, resources, and networks of the African diaspora to advance social and economic development. ADUD connects individuals, families, professionals, entrepreneurs, volunteers, community leaders, institutions, and partners across the United States, Africa, and the wider global diaspora. Guided by interconnected frameworks such as H.E.L.P., U.P.L.I.F.T., C.L.I.P.S., and M.O.R.E., ADUD focuses on unity, leadership, impact, service, and transformation. Through programs like Getting Settled, the NEXUS Ecosystem, the ADUD H.E.A.L.I.N.G. Initiative, civic engagement, mentorship, youth and community development, and international partnerships, the organization expands access to education, information, resources, networks, and economic opportunity. ADUD is inclusive, collaborative, and service-oriented, committed to turning connection into action across diaspora communities and institutions in Africa.

Role Description The Director of Human Capital and Organizational Effectiveness is a volunteer, remote role responsible for shaping ADUD’s people strategy and strengthening organizational systems and culture. This role leads the development of human capital policies and processes, including volunteer and staff lifecycle practices such as recruitment, onboarding, engagement, performance feedback, recognition, and succession planning. The director collaborates with senior leadership to design and implement organizational effectiveness initiatives, including structure and workflow alignment, capacity-building programs, and change management efforts that support ADUD’s mission and global partnerships. Day-to-day responsibilities include partnering with program leads to assess talent needs, advising on inclusive and equitable practices, developing training and leadership development frameworks, and monitoring key metrics related to engagement, retention, and organizational health. The role also supports strategic planning, ensures compliance with applicable nonprofit HR and governance standards, and promotes a collaborative, values-driven culture across geographically dispersed teams and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Experience in human resources and human capital management, including talent acquisition, volunteer and staff engagement, performance management, and development of HR policies and procedures.
• Skills in organizational design and effectiveness, such as change management, process improvement, capacity building, and aligning structures and workflows with strategic goals.
• Demonstrated ability in leadership and stakeholder collaboration, including working with diverse, cross-functional teams, building partnerships, and influencing without direct authority.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster inclusive, non-discriminatory, and culturally responsive environments across global, remote teams.
• Background in nonprofit, social impact, or community development settings; familiarity with governance, compliance, and best practices in volunteer-led organizations is highly beneficial.