CEPI (Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations)
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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About CEPI
CEPI is an innovative partnership between public, private, philanthropic and civil organisations. Its mission is to accelerate the development of vaccines and other biologic countermeasures against epidemic and pandemic threats so they can be accessible to all people in need. Central to CEPI’s pandemic-beating plan is the ‘100 Days Mission’ – its goal to develop safe, effective and accessible vaccines against new threats in just 100 days.
CEPI’s work has delivered world firsts for vaccines against many of its priority pathogens including the first licensed Chikungunya vaccine, the first ever Lassa fever, Nipah and MERS vaccines to reach Phase II trials and the first Rift Valley fever vaccine candidate to be studied in Phase II in an endemic region. CEPI has also supported programmes to generate much-needed data to expand access to Ebola and Mpox vaccines. CEPI was among the first funders of COVID-19 vaccines, ultimately building one of the world’s largest portfolios, seven of which were licensed. The Coalition also conceptualised and co-founded COVAX, which delivered nearly two billion doses of COVID-19 vaccines to 146 countries, saving an estimated 2.7 million lives in lower-income regions.
Earlier this year, CEPI launched its CEPI 3.0 Strategy (covering 2027-2031) which will systematically reduce the likelihood and impact of epidemics and pandemics by driving the 100 Days Mission towards an operational reality.
CEPI is a not-for-profit association under Norwegian Law and has offices in Oslo (HQ), London, and Washington DC.
In CEPI we strive for diverse thinking, and we want a diverse pool of candidates for all our vacancies. We work for an inclusive working environment where each employee can contribute and grow. Learn more at www.cepi.net.
About the role
The Senior HR Business Partner serves as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to divisional leadership, enabling organisational performance through effective people strategies, workforce planning, and organisational development initiatives.
Through close collaboration with leaders, employees, and colleagues across the People & Organisation function, the Senior HR Business Partner proactively identifies organisational needs and delivers practical, data-informed people solutions that support business transformation, talent and leadership outcomes, and organisational capability and performance.
The role is part of a team of three Senior HR Business Partners and provides dedicated partnership to one or more divisions while contributing to the development and delivery of organisation-wide people strategies, programmes, and organisational effectiveness priorities.
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This role is a one year fixed term full time position, with the potential for extension depending on future strategic priorities and resource requirements.
Responsibilities
- Act as a trusted strategic HR partner to divisional leadership, translating organisational and divisional priorities into people strategies and solutions that drive organisational performance, capability, and employee engagement.
- Provide strategic guidance on organisational design, workforce planning, change management, capability building and employee engagement, enabling the development of high-performing teams and organisational capability aligned with divisional and organisational priorities.
- Partner with leaders to identify and address resourcing, capability and development priorities, providing expert guidance on performance management, talent development, employee engagement, succession planning, and leadership effectiveness to build high-performing teams.
- Contribute to the development, implementation and continuous improvement of CEPI's People Strategy, HR policies, processes and programmes, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities, business needs and best practice.
- Partner with divisional leaders and managers to identify talent needs, shape role design and job requirements, and deliver effective recruitment strategies in partnership with the Senior Recruiter that support workforce plans and ensure the attraction, assessment and selection of diverse, highly capable talent.
- Collaborate closely with colleagues across the People & Organisation function to design and deliver integrated people solutions, programmes and initiatives that strengthen organisational capability and support CEPI's mission, values and strategic priorities.
- Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, ensuring fair, consistent and legally compliant outcomes in line with organisational policies and standards.
- Lead and drive the successful delivery of a key People & Organisation programme, process or initiative, contributing to organisational priorities and continuous improvement. Undertake other responsibilities and projects consistent with the scope, level and objectives of the role, as required.
Education, Experience and Competence
Essential:
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- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline.
- Minimum ten years’ experience supporting line managers as an HR Business Partner. Previous HR experience in the Life Science industry or Global Health is an advantage.
- Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organisational design and development, workforce planning, employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, performance management, and relevant employment law.
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within agreed timelines.
- Curious and growth-oriented, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
- Strong collaborative skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences.
- Willingness and flexibility to work across multiple time zones, particularly Europe and US.
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, supported by strong attention to detail
- Ability to operate strategically while ensuring the effective delivery of people processes, programmes and initiatives.
- Digitally savvy, with experience leveraging HR systems, people data and digital tools, including Microsoft 365, to support effective decision-making, workforce insights and people processes.
Travel and Location Requirements
- This position is based in London, UK
- Applicant needs to possess a valid work permit (UK) for the duration of this role.
- CEPI would not be able to support relocation for this fixed term position.
- International travel to other CEPI locations as needed.
What we can offer you
- The opportunity to work together with leading experts on solutions for global challenges
- Experience from the international effort on developing vaccines against emerging infectious diseases and accelerating vaccine development response to outbreaks
- A diverse and inclusive working environment
How to apply
For more information on how to apply, please visit: https://cepisites.secure.force.com/careers
Should you have any issues submitting your application or have questions please contact jobs@cepi.net
Background verification will be conducted to verify information provided in the CV and available documentation.
Deadline for receiving applications is 27th September 2026 at 23:59 CET
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