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Organizational Development Specialist (Contract)
Job summary
A leading HR consultancy in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Organizational Development Specialist for a 6-month contract. The role focuses on enhancing organizational effectiveness through change management, leadership development, and culture initiatives. Candidates should have 3 to 7 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and a solid background in performance management. This is a full-time role with competitive compensation and a dynamic work environment.
Qualifications
- 3 to 7 years of relevant experience in HR, OD, or related disciplines.
- Proven knowledge of OD, change management, and talent development best practices.
- Strong background in performance management and engagement strategies.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement OD strategies.
- Lead change management initiatives.
- Facilitate leadership development and coaching.
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Job Openings Organizational Development Specialist (Contract)
Job Title: HR Organizational Development (OD) Specialist
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: HR OD Consultant
Location: Abu Dhabi
Contract Type: Full-Time | 6-Month Contract
We are seeking an experienced HR Organizational Development (OD) Specialist to support a leading government entity in Abu Dhabi on a 6-month contract. The role will focus on driving organizational effectiveness through change management, talent and leadership development, culture initiatives, and performance improvement. The ideal candidate will bring strong OD expertise, data-driven decision-making, and hands-on experience in fostering employee engagement within dynamic environments.
- Organizational Development & Change Management
- Design and implement OD strategies to enhance organizational performance.
- Lead change management initiatives, including communication, training, and stakeholder engagement.
- Support restructuring, transformation, and culture change projects.
- Assess competency gaps and coordinate targeted learning and development programs.
- Facilitate leadership development, coaching, and succession planning initiatives.
- Contribute to career development frameworks and internal mobility strategies.
- Employee Engagement & Culture
- Develop and execute engagement strategies and action plans from survey results.
- Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB).
- Act as a culture champion, aligning behaviors with organizational values.
- Performance Management
- Enhance and monitor performance management frameworks.
- Train managers and employees on goal-setting and feedback processes.
- Analyze performance data and recommend improvements.
- Data & Analytics
- Leverage data insights to support OD strategies and interventions.
- Conduct organizational assessments, surveys, and focus groups.
- Track and report KPIs for OD, engagement, and development initiatives.
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or related field (Masters preferred).
- 3 to 7 years of relevant experience in HR, OD, or related disciplines.
- Proven knowledge of OD, change management, and talent development best practices.
- Strong background in performance management and engagement strategies.
- Excellent facilitation, coaching, and communication skills.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
- Professional certifications (SHRM-CP/SCP, CIPD, OD certifications) are an advantage.
- Strategic Thinking
- Analytical & Problem Solving
- Project Management
- Communication & Facilitation
- Technical Skills / Tools
- Survey Tools (Qualtrics, Culture Amp)
- Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel & PowerPoint)
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