Head of Programme Management

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The Performance Management and Total Rewards Specialist is responsible for developing, leading, and supporting key compensation and performance initiatives across the organization. This role ensures the effective execution of pay-for-performance programs, oversees leadership compensation administration, and maintains special pay policies. Performance Management: 60%

Develop and lead the organization's performance management and pay‑for‑performance initiative, driving alignment between employee rewards and organizational goals.

Provide programmatic support for the Performance Management program, including technical assistance for performance evaluations.

Deliver leadership education, change management strategies, and communication planning to support program adoption.

Prepare and distribute board materials related to compensation and execute board‑approved actions.

Advise on leader role structures, including salary offers and program participation levels.

Serve as a resource for administrative and programmatic assistance in executing new total rewards plans.

Support HR Business Partner (HRBP) training for compensation submissions.

Special Pay Policies (DUHS): 10%

Partner with operational leaders to design and maintain special pay policies, such as staffing incentives and time‑based programs, for DUHS.

Communicate premium pay rates and policies to University Rewards & Recognition, Talent Care Center, and Payroll.

Establish and maintain timelines for reviewing special pay programs, making recommendations to maintain, update, or retire each program.

Work requires skills that are generally acquired through the completion of a Bachelor's degree in Human Resource, Business Administration, or related field.

5 years of experience (preferred) in Human Resources with significant experience with Compensation and Performance Management administration or a combination of education and experience sufficient to meet the relevant experience and competencies provided below. Experience working in an academic medical center or health system is strongly preferred.

Extensive knowledge of compensation and performance management programs.

Experience comprehending, interpreting, and appropriately applying the sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances and policies.

Experience in change management, leadership education, and communication planning with strong collaboration and partnership skills.

Ability to provide technical assistance and programmatic support for performance evaluation processes.

Excellent organizational skills for scheduling, program management, and policy administration.

Experience with project management including the ability to develop, communicate, maintain, and execute project timelines and deliverables.

The specialist will work collaboratively across departments, including HR, Rewards & Recognition, Payroll, Talent Care Center, Talent Acquisition, and many Executive and Operational leaders. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to meet program deadlines or support board activities.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

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