Performance Management Expert (AI & Modern Frameworks) freelance project

Jobhire

9h•Remote

About The Position

JobHire.ai is seeking a seasoned Freelance Performance Management Expert to design and launch a comprehensive, next-generation performance evaluation system. The goal is to launch and build a scalable performance management framework that aligns individual growth with company goals, utilizes cutting-edge AI methodologies, and drives team efficiency. This role involves designing a bespoke performance management framework, implementing AI-driven tools for feedback analysis and competency mapping, establishing a continuous feedback loop, and ensuring seamless integration with the existing OKR framework. The expert will also be responsible for enablement through workshops and guides for team leads.

Requirements

Proven experience building systems in tech startups or scale-ups.
Deep understanding of Continuous Feedback, 360 Reviews, and Nudge Theory.
Experience with AI-enhanced HR-Tech.
Fluent English and Russian.
Ability to build performance systems from scratch and demonstrate their impact on business results/growth.

Responsibilities

Develop a bespoke performance management framework tailored for a fast-paced AI startup (including performance reviews, 360-degree feedback, and competency mapping).
Implement AI-driven tools to analyze sentiment in feedback and identify patterns of high performance or potential burnout.
Transition to a 'Continuous Performance Management' model with real-time feedback and regular check-ins, moving away from annual reviews.
Use AI to map current team skills against industry benchmarks and predict future talent needs.
Establish leading indicators of performance using data from Slack, Jira, or CRM rather than just lagging indicators.
Ensure the new system seamlessly integrates with the existing OKR framework.
Conduct workshops and create guides for leads on how to give/receive feedback and conduct meaningful 1-on-1s.
Phase 1: Tool selection and template creation (AI-integration focus).
Phase 2: Pilot launch and training for Team Leads.
Phase 3: Full rollout and handover.