Senior Organizational Development and Workforce Planning Specialist at Zayed University

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organizational Development, Workforce Planning, Change Management, Performance Management, Predictive Analytics, Data Analysis, Compensation Systems, Strategic Planning, Workforce Analytics, HRIS Management, Team Leadership, Employee Engagement, Succession Planning, Interpersonal Skills, Project Management, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Description

The Opportunity Human Resources Department seeks an incumbent for the position of Senior Organizational Development and Workforce Planning Specialist. He/she will be responsible for leading and executing Organizational Development and Workforce Planning initiatives. This includes overseeing the maintenance of workforce data, leading the gathering and analysis of headcount data, and preparing strategic workforce reports to ensure accurate planning, informed decision-making, and alignment with federal law, internal policies, and the University’s Strategic objectives. The Responsibilities Lead organizational transformation initiatives by designing and implementing comprehensive change management strategies that support the University's strategic vision Administer and enhance the performance management framework including the relevant process and reporting. Develop and execute workforce planning strategies using predictive analytics and scenario modelling to anticipate future talent needs and organizational requirements. Champion organizational design projects including restructuring initiatives, role optimization, and competency framework development. Designs and develops compensation systems and programs supportive of university goals and operations Facilitate strategic planning sessions with senior leadership to align organizational capabilities with business objectives. Conduct sophisticated workforce analytics using statistical modelling, trend analysis, and predictive forecasting to inform strategic decision-making. Design and implement workforce dashboards and reporting systems that provide real-time insights into organizational health metrics. Perform complex data analysis on employee engagement, retention patterns, succession planning effectiveness, and organizational performance indicators. Manage integrated HRIS systems and ensure data integrity across multiple platforms and databases. Forms and leads work teams to implement various HR initiatives as needed. Provides direction and on-going support and mentoring for team members. Perform ad-hoc activities related to the job duties, as requested by the Direct Supervisor. The Requirements Must possess bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management from an accredited institution, and 7 years of HR experience or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Other essential requirements: Fluency in English and Arabic. Strong communication skills – verbal and written Ability to travel between Abu Dhabi and Dubai Strong facilitative and consultancy skills; strong interpersonal and collaborative skills Excellent organizational and project management skills; results oriented Demonstrated ability to think strategically and supports culture of continuous improvement Desired or preferred requirements: Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP) Society for Human Resource Management Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) Organization Development Network (ODN) Certification Project Management Professional (PMP) Advanced Analytics or Data Science Certification The Benefits The University’s benefits package is highly attractive, with competitive salaries free of tax in the U.A.E., Cash housing, annual vacation airline tickets for the employee and immediate family, educational subsidies for children and healthcare is provided to the employee and sponsored family members. While we appreciate all applications, you will be contacted only if you are selected for an interview. For any inquires or issues please contact Recruitment@zu.ac.ae

Responsibilities

Lead and execute Organizational Development and Workforce Planning initiatives, including overseeing workforce data and preparing strategic workforce reports. Facilitate strategic planning sessions with senior leadership to align organizational capabilities with business objectives.