About the IMEU:

The Institute for Middle East Understanding (IMEU) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit that educates audiences in the U.S. about Palestine and Palestinians through media. We do this by offering mainstream U.S. media access to facts, analysis, and experts to help them cover the issue accurately and in-depth, and by creating and disseminating original videos, photo essays, and other content. 

About the Role:

The HR / People Ops Manager will oversee the organization’s human resources function with a focus on building equitable and sustainable practices that support our staff and strengthen our culture. They will serve as a strategic partner to leadership while managing day-to-day HR operations, including compliance, benefits, professional development, and employee relations.

This role bridges policy and practice: ensuring compliance with employment law, developing and maintaining HR infrastructure, and fostering a people-first culture grounded in organizational values.

The HR/People Ops Manager will be accountable for the following areas: 

HR Strategy

• Refine and implement HR policies and systems that align with the organization's values and strategic objectives.

• Advise leadership on HR best practices, compliance, and workforce planning.

• Support performance management processes, including annual reviews and feedback structures.

• Support management of compensation and career progression frameworks to ensure equity and transparency.

Talent Management & Employee Experience

• Facilitate recruitment and hiring processes in partnership with hiring managers.

• Refine and deliver onboarding and offboarding systems to ensure smooth staff transitions.

• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment that supports retention and growth.

• Oversee professional development programs, learning opportunities, and leadership development.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

• Manage employee records and HR systems (HRIS).

• Support internal processes for handling employee relations and conflict resolution.

Culture & Equity

• Provide staff with accessible, trusted HR guidance and support.

• Help leadership translate values into policies that shape workplace culture.

Qualifications:

Required:

• 4+ years of progressive HR/People Ops experience, including 2+ years in a manager-level role.

• Strong knowledge of U.S. employment law and HR compliance.

• Demonstrated ability to manage recruitment, benefits, employee relations, and performance systems.

• Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills.

• Commitment to equity and values-driven organizational culture.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate and address challenges proactively.

• Capacity to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines, whether independently or collaboratively.

• Positive, solution-oriented attitude with a focus on growth and learning from feedback.

• Commitment to IMEU’s mission and a passion for social justice and Palestinian rights.

Preferred:

• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP, or equivalent).

• Experience in international employment oversight is a plus.

• Experience in nonprofit organizations, especially in advocacy or campaign settings.

• Experience with remote/distributed teams.

• Familiarity with compensation benchmarking and career frameworks.

• Flexible and adaptive work style, thriving in a growing, entrepreneurial environment.

• Ability to maintain momentum and focus when exposed to difficult or sensitive subject matter.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $90,440 – $104,000/annually. Salary is based on experience and is consistent with the IMEU's compensation framework.

We offer excellent benefits, including generous vacation and leave, an employer-hosted 401(k) plan, 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees, generous paid parental leave, and other benefits outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Application Process

Please visit the job posting on BeApplied for instructions on how to apply; applications will only be accepted via BeApplied until the posting closes. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

The selection process will include both interviews and an assessment. References and a background check may be requested at a later stage of the process.

Employment at the IMEU is at will.