Organizational Development Specialist

Saudi Petroleum Services Polytechnic; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled HR professional to enhance organizational design and performance management. In this pivotal role, you will design and maintain job descriptions, implement performance management systems, and ensure alignment with business objectives. Your analytical skills and strategic thinking will be crucial as you collaborate with various departments to optimize employee performance and develop training programs. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, contributing to the growth and efficiency of the organization. If you are passionate about HR and eager to drive change, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in HR or related fields is required.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Psychology, Business Admin, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain job descriptions and organizational structures.
• Implement and monitor the Performance Management system across the organization.

Skills

Strong Analytical Skills

Strategic Thinking

Change Management

Effective Communication Skills

Ethical Judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management

Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Psychology

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Management Information System

Tools

Performance Management System

KPI Library

Job description

Key Responsibility Areas & Activities:

ORGANIZATIONAL DESIGN

• Designs and maintains the systems and processes for job creation, job evaluation, organizational structure design, and organizational change rules.
• Designs and maintains the rules for organizational structure creation.
• Designs and maintains the rules for the span of control in different business units.
• Conducts regular audits of the organizational structure and recommends changes to enhance efficiency.
• Revises current HR policies and recommends improvements, suggesting new HR policies.
• Participates in HR projects and organization-wide initiatives.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Develops and maintains the Job Description library and Job Family Matrix of the company.
• Evaluates current descriptions and prioritizes updates for the most outdated.
• Ensures that the standard job description template is utilized throughout the company.
• Determines the best methods to collect information regarding job duties, responsibilities, specifications, work environment, and physical demands. Meets with job incumbents or their managers to complete job description questionnaires, and conducts interviews or observations to write effective job descriptions.
• Uses the resulting information as the basis for new or updated job descriptions that accurately reflect the role.
• Develops procedures to update job descriptions regularly, ensuring alignment with periodic procedures such as annual employee reviews, while also updating job descriptions promptly when positions change.

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

• Implements and monitors the Performance Management system and processes across the organization and its divisions to maintain efficiency in managing employee performance and expectations.
• Provides necessary support for various aspects of Performance Management (e.g., KPI Setting, Technical Competency setting, Counseling) to facilitate effective implementation and satisfaction among relevant parties.
• Continually reviews the performance system and processes to develop recommendations for improvement and enhancement.
• Considers inputs from users, managers, and staff to propose changes that simplify use for relevant parties.
• Supports in setting KPIs for professional level and above employees.
• Assists all divisions in effectively selecting, developing, implementing, and integrating KPIs to optimize business activities and their linkage to the Performance Management System.
• Collates and documents KPIs, building a KPI Library and key performance management metrics, responding as necessary to ensure superior operational performance.
• Supports the Corporate HR Manager in developing and maintaining the Technical & Behavior Competency matrix and performance evaluation criteria.
• Collaborates with the Planning and Performance Department to ensure KPIs align with actual business objectives.
• Designs training and awareness programs to impart relevant information to specific groups/employees based on their exposure levels.
• Delivers training programs for various stages of Performance Evaluation and for new recruits/employees.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education Degree: Bachelor’s degree (Average time to complete: 4 years).

Major: Human Resources Management, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or Management Information System.

General Experience: 6-8 Years of Experience.

Professional Qualifications/Certifications (if any):

• SHRM
• OD
• CIPD
• KPI Certified through The KPI Institute
• Korn Ferry Job Analysis and Evaluation Certified

Industrial Experience Requirement: Oil & Gas, Maritime.

Skills:

• Strong Analytical Skills
• Strategic Thinking
• Change Management
• Effective Communication Skills
• Ethical Judgment