FUNDACIO INSTITU DE RECERCA EN ENERGIA DE CATALUNYA
Description: The Catalonia Institute for Energy Research Foundation is seeking a Head of the Professional Development and Training Unit . The mission of this position is to lead the definition and implementation of the Institute’s employee development and training strategy, labour relations, the Equality Plan, and the HRS4R accreditation, ensuring talent development and staff well‑being in alignment with the Institute’s strategic plan and current labour regulations.
One of the most important challenges for the selected candidate will be to lead the implementation, monitoring, and launch of the HRS4R accreditation , which the Institute has recently applied for and is awaiting approval.
Design professional development plans and training programmes.
Lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of the Equality Plan in collaboration with the Equality Committee, as well as promote the LGTBI+ Plan and the integration of women in the scientific field.
Report,



provide HR data and analytics to support strategic decision‑making for the General Management, Administration, and the IREC HR Manager.
Prepare economic and budgetary reports related to personnel costs (including project justification).
Reference in the email subject line indicating: 2026/68 HEAD OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING UNIT.
Interim contract (2025 Replacement Rate).
Immediate start.
Full‑time position (39 hours per week).
Work–life balance measures (adaptable schedule, teleworking, 26 working days of annual leave plus an additional holiday hours allowance).
Master’s degree in Human Resources Management.
Advanced command of MS Office.
High level of English, Catalan, and Spanish.
Experience in the public research sector will be valued.
Strong knowledge of Spanish labour and scientific legislation and HR policies.
Strategic thinking, organisational planning, and strong communication skills.
Continuous improvement mindset and project management skills.

📌 Head of the Professional Development and Training Unit (España)
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📍 España