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HR Director

Location:Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Middle East
Job Type:Permanent
Posted:25th Sep 2008
Closing Date:23rd Nov 2008
Posted By:International Management Consultants
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HR Director

Summary

The primary responsibility of this position is to work in partnership with Company’s leadership and HR teams to develop the human capital and HR strategies required to support the business goals of the organization. This person also directs the design and development of human capital and HR strategies, programs, practices and policies across the enterprise.

This person also provides leadership and direction to the HR team responsible for HR Strategy, the HR Partner Management, HR Operations / Administration and International HR, so it is positioned to deliver business-focused, high-quality services to the enterprise.

Responsibilities

 Responsible for building a world-class HR organization for COMPANY, focused on achieving business objectives.
 In partnership with Company’s leadership team, develop and drive the human capital and HR strategies for the organization.
 Communicate a clear vision, strategy and direction for HR.
 Provides human resources leadership to the organization and to the HR function.
 Articulates Company’s objectives, goals and organizational changes to the HR teams to ensure HR programs align with organizational objectives.
 Ensure alignment of the organization’s business and human capital strategies.
 Direct the development of Global HR and human capital strategies, practices, programs and policies that are aligned with Organization’s business priorities, and ensure that these achieve the desired results.
 Provide leadership and direction to Regional HR managers in the implementation of strategic HR practices, programs, and policies across all functional areas.
 Establish effective human capital governance mechanisms and processes.
 Lead and provide executive direction to HR experts in the design of competitive rewards and talent strategies.
 Act as a sponsor and agent for change, while promoting and encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.
 Work with HR managers across COMPANY to improve employee engagement and unlock the value of talent in the organization.
 Understand strategic HR best practices, trends and any emerging legislative issues.
 Provide timely reporting to COMPANY leadership team on critical, high business impact human capital measures.
 Develops and leads the management of the annual budget for the Corporate HR function.
 Provide guidance to Regional HR managers on resource planning and budgeting, and any HR initiatives and investments.
 Provide professional direction and counsel to Company’s top management on human capital issues and opportunities, including HR implications of business strategies / decisions.
 Provide coaching to individual executives on HR-related issues.

Key Interactions

 Management Committee members
 Regional HR managers
 HR business partners and service providers (consultants, HRIS company, etc.)
 HRMS manager
 Other HR professionals

Required Education

 Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Human Resources or related field
 Master’s degree in Business Administration or Human Resources preferred

Experience

 Fifteen years of HR experience, with at least seven years of executive business leadership experience
 HR experience in multiple countries, including management of expatriates
 Experience in effective functional transformation
 Previous experience in the design, implementation and administration of HR programs

Required Knowledge

 Comprehensive understanding of strategic and operational HR including effective employee and business management and communication
 Extensive knowledge of human capital strategies, trends and best practices
 Thorough understanding of HR-related laws and regulations
 Comprehensive understanding of the Company’s strategy, services and infrastructure
 Relevant industry knowledge
 Organizational interdependencies, interfaces and processes

Required Skills and Competencies
Leadership, Drive for Results, Analytical Capability, Trusted Advisor, Employee Focus, Communication Transparency and Velocity, Business Acumen and Impact, Adaptability, Performance Management, Negotiation/Consensus-Building, Process Management
 
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