Emiratisation Strategy & Recruitment
- Develop, implement, and continuously enhance the Emiratisation strategy in line with UAE government regulations and organizational objectives.
- Ensure compliance with all Emiratisation-related laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
- Monitor Emiratisation targets and provide regular updates and recommendations to management.
- Benchmark Emiratisation best practices and implement innovative initiatives to attract and retain UAE National talent.
- Serve as the lead recruiter for Emirati talent, proactively sourcing and building strong candidate pipelines.
- Enhance and expand the Graduate Programme to strengthen the pipeline of UAE National talent.
Training & Development
- Coordinate, and monitor training and development programs tailored to UAE Nationals.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to develop career progression plans, succession pathways, and performance improvement initiatives.
- Support UAE Nationals throughout their employee lifecycle, from onboarding through long-term career development.
- Identify learning and development needs and recommend appropriate interventions to support growth and retention.
Emiratisation HR Business Partnering
- Act as the primary point of contact and trusted HR Business Partner for UAE Nationals across the business.
- Provide guidance and support on performance management, employee engagement, wellbeing, and career development.
- Manage employee relations matters involving UAE Nationals in a professional, confidential, and solution-oriented manner.
- Foster a positive employee experience and help drive retention initiatives for UAE National employees.
- Conduct monthly probation period catch up meetings with new UAE National hires
Engagement & Site Presence
- Regularly visit project sites and offices across the UAE to engage with UAE National employees and their managers.
- Build strong working relationships with employees and line managers to drive engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
- Proactively identify challenges impacting UAE National employees and implement appropriate solutions.
- Organize and coordinate employee engagement initiatives and activities aimed at enhancing the Emirati employee experience.
General HR Business Partnering Support
- Support the HRBP team by acting as the HR point of contact for a designated population of non-UAE National employees.
- Assist the HRBP team with employee relations matters, performance management, organizational changes, and other HR initiatives when required.
- Support the delivery of ad hoc HR projects and business improvement initiatives.
Events & Stakeholder Management
- Plan, organize, and manage Emiratisation events and networking initiatives across the UAE.
- Represent the organization at Emiratisation-related events including career fairs and strengthen the company's employer brand among UAE Nationals.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key external stakeholders, including government authorities, educational institutions, and community partners.
- Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with universities, educational institutions, and government entities.
Reporting & Governance
- Track and analyze Emiratisation metrics, including hiring, retention, engagement, development, and quota achievement.
- Ensure accurate employee records and compliance documentation are maintained at all times.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
- 3+ years of HR experience, preferably as an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist.
- Proven experience managing Emiratisation initiatives in the UAE.
- Experience working with government entities such as Nafis, MOHRE, Pension authorities (GPSSA).
- Experience supporting UAE National onboarding, development, and retention programs.
- Strong knowledge of:
- UAE Labour Law
- Emiratisation regulations and quotas
- Nafis programs and incentives
- GPSSA registration and contribution requirements
- Performance management and talent development practices
We believe our employees are key to our success, hence, we offer an inspiring working environment where our people feel rewarded & engaged. Career opportunities & training programs are offered to help you develop both personally and professionally and we offer attractive additional benefits to your monthly remuneration