Vice President Human Resources (Emirati)

Converge; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the UAE's government sector seeks an Emirati national for a strategic HR leadership role. The candidate will oversee HR functions, align people practices with the organization's vision, and drive nationalisation initiatives. This role requires extensive HR experience, strong leadership skills, and knowledge of UAE Labour Law.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE Labour Law and nationalisation programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the HR strategy in line with the organisation's long-term goals.
• Oversee all HR functions including talent acquisition and performance management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Master's degree

Job description

The Client:

Our client is a leading organization in the government sector, focused on driving national development initiatives and supporting strategic transformation across the UAE.

The Role:

This is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the entire HR function, aligning people practices with the organisation's vision, and fostering a high-performance, values-driven culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the HR strategy in line with the organisation's long-term goals
• Oversee all HR functions including talent acquisition, performance management, learning & development, compensation & benefits, employee relations, and nationalisation strategies
• Lead workforce planning and organisational design to support current and future needs
• Champion Emiratisation and succession planning initiatives in line with national mandates
• Establish and maintain best-in-class HR policies, systems, and processes
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on organisational change, people strategy, and employee engagement
• Ensure HR compliance with UAE labour laws and government regulations
• Drive HR digitisation and process improvement initiatives for greater efficiency

The Ideal Candidate

• Due to role requirements, this position is reserved exclusively for Emirati nationals.
• 12+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership role
• Strong exposure to government, semi-government, or regulated industries preferred
• Proven experience in leading HR strategy, building teams, and driving transformation
• In-depth knowledge of UAE Labour Law, nationalisation programs, and public sector HR practices
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree is a plus
• Bilingual in Arabic and English