Program Manager Emiratization

Delivery Hero; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic food delivery company is seeking an Emiratization Manager to drive Emiratization strategy, manage talent development programs, and engage key stakeholders. The role requires a strategic thinker with at least 6 years of experience in Emiratization or talent management, ideally in a digital-first environment. Strong relationship-building skills and knowledge of UAE labor laws are essential. This is a full-time, on-site position located in Dubai. UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in Emiratization or Talent Management in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven track record of designing and delivering localization programs.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead Emiratization strategy in alignment with UAE national goals.
• Own end-to-end delivery of Emiratization initiatives.
• Serve as the main contact for Emiratization stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic thinker

Relationship building

Talent management

Knowledge of UAE labor laws

Job description

We're on the hunt for an Emiratization Manager to own and drive our Emiratization strategy endtoend. This is a key role for someone who is deeply passionate about enabling local talent building impactful programs and creating meaningful career journeys for Emirati professionals at talabat.

If you're a people-first, program-driven, purpose-powered professional ready to make a real impact we would love to meet you.

What's on your plate

Strategy & Planning

• Design and lead talabat's Emiratization strategy in alignment with UAE national goals and company objectives.
• Develop and execute multi-year plans to increase Emirati representation across all functions and levels within talabat.
• Set annual KPIs and performance metrics for the Emiratization program and regularly track and report progress to leadership.

Program Management

• Own the end-to-end delivery of Emiratization initiatives from talent attraction to engagement and retention.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to build strong Emirati candidate pipelines and build talabat's brand as an employer of choice for Emirati talent.
• Partner with business units to identify roles suitable for Emirati nationals and ensure integration.
• Act as the SME on Emiratization trends, benchmarking and data‑driven decision making.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the main point of contact for internal and external Emiratization stakeholders: Talent Acquisition, Business Leaders, Government entities (MOHRE, NAFIS), Education partners and more.
• Support leadership in navigating Emiratization trends, risks and opportunities.

Talent Development

• Design and implement development programs tailored for Emirati talent (early careers, leadership readiness, mentorship).
• Build onboarding and progression frameworks that accelerate learning and growth for Emirati talent.
• Track and promote success stories to enhance engagement and inspire future talent.

Qualifications

• Strategic thinker with a roll‑up‑your‑sleeves attitude.
• 6 years of experience in Emiratization or Talent Management ideally in a fast‑paced, digital‑first environment.
• Passion for creating world‑class employee experiences & engagement initiatives.
• Knowledge of UAE labor laws and Emiratization policies, especially NAFIS and MOHRE mandates.
• A proven track record of designing and delivering impactful localization programs.
• Excellent relationship‑building skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
• UAE Nationals strongly encouraged to apply.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full‑time