Director of Organisation Development & Talent (Arabic Speaker)

Frazer Jones; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Organisation Development & Talent, specifically an Arabic speaker, to lead transformative initiatives that enhance employee engagement and drive cultural change. This pivotal role involves implementing strategic frameworks for continuous improvement and talent management while ensuring alignment across job functions. The ideal candidate will be an inspiring leader with a strong background in HR and organisational psychology, dedicated to fostering a collaborative and high-performing workplace. Join this dynamic team and make a significant impact on the organisation's long-term success.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in staff engagement and people management.
• Experience in planning and delivering organisational and cultural change.

Responsibilities

• Implement the OD strategy to foster continuous improvement.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives and develop metrics.
• Oversee all learning and development initiatives.

Skills

Change Management

Employee Engagement

Organisational Development

Cultural Change

Talent Management

Education

Degree in HR

Organisational Behaviour/Psychology

CIPD Qualification

Job description

Director of Organisation Development & Talent (Arabic Speaker)

Dubai, UAE

Our client is a leading local employer in the Middle Eastern region. They are currently looking to recruit a Director of Organisation Development & Talent. In this role, you will lead and direct the function, ensuring that processes and structures support the effective, sustainable long-term development of the organisation's internal capacity to help the company achieve its goals.

The role will serve as a catalyst for change management, culture development, and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Implement the OD strategy to foster continuous improvement through culture change and workforce planning, ensuring the organisation is equipped to meet business objectives.
2. Lead employee engagement initiatives and develop metrics and assessment mechanisms to manage engagement surveys.
3. Review and improve job descriptions across the organisation to ensure alignment within the same job family.
4. Lead organisational change initiatives using a structured change management framework to ensure positive approaches and desired results.
5. Oversee all learning and development initiatives to meet employee development needs.
6. Manage the training budget effectively.
7. Develop and implement a talent management process supporting staff development and overall talent strategy.

You should be an inspiring leader committed to continuous improvement, with experience in planning and delivering organisational and cultural change. A proven track record in staff engagement and people management is essential. A degree in HR, Organisational Behaviour/Psychology, or a CIPD qualification is preferred.

Please note: Only Arabic speakers will be considered for this role.