Job description

JOB PURPOSE:

Coordinate all relevant issues to support in ensuring timely and effective measures are in place to meet the overall objectives of the assigned business unit.

Support the development and delivery of Organization Development strategies and solutions that are aligned to the ADNOC corporate strategies for effective realization of the long-term vision. Support provision of specialized advisory and consultancy services to management in long term planning including structuring of new companies, realignment of existing group companies’ Organization Structure, Formulations of JVs, Mergers of companies, restructuring of ADNOC Directorates etc. determining optimal manpower requirements, management system and working methods, development of key business processes across the group companies while ensuring alignment to ADNOC Group’s future business requirements.

Support the business to embed the operating model and deliver improvements for org efficiency, readiness and operational effectiveness reflecting the Groups strategic priorities.

Support and manage effective governance to support OD governance and control changes to organization structures across the Group.

Support Business transformation by developing and implementing changes in business processes, culture, and behavior to be more inclusive in line with the needs of the business.

Guide the development of corporate business process in ADNOC and its Group Companies while advising the Directorates on organizational restructuring initiatives and programs aimed at enhancing the organization’s readiness and operational effectiveness reflecting the Group’s strategic priorities.

Job Specific:

Organization Development

• Support the design and delivery of appropriate OD interventions, programs, team development and change management in line with the ADNOC future requirements.
• Provide oversight and vision to create and maintain the transformational change strategy, philosophy, and practical approach to behaviour change. Ensure relevance, consistency and sustainability of change management solutions, including program alignment to business readiness and adoption.
• Support and manage the development and implementation of the Group Wide Organization Development strategies in line with Corporate Directions, Plans and development Programs.
• Provide Organization Design consultancy and advisory services through a dedicated Centre of Excellence to lead all process and organizational performance initiatives.
• Manage the provision of specialized advisory services related to Organization Development to Management supporting the development of proposals for creation of new companies, realignment of existing Group Companies, merger of companies, etc. in conformity with overall corporate objectives, policies and plans.
• Oversee assessment of recommendations and alternatives on organizational design and development; implement and support organization design processes in close coordination with discipline experts and respective management.
• Oversee and control the organizational reviews aiming at structuring/restructuring Group Companies to ensure optimal organization structures and manpower levels are implemented to meet individual Group Companies' business needs while adhering to overall corporate policies and plans.
• Manage the review and restructuring of ADNOC Directorates to define optimal organization structure and manpower levels ensuring alignment with ADNOC Group's business requirements in conformity with the overall corporate objectives, policies and plans.
• Manage developing, updating and maintenance of the Organization Manuals for various functions within ADNOC. Includes defining the role of the entity concerned within the overall company objectives and organization structure, statement of functions, including basic functions, reporting relationships and inter-relationships with other entities.
• Initiate periodic organizational reviews and health checks across the Group Companies and provide expert advice in creating best-in-class business processes and structures to enhance facilitate organizational effectiveness, efficiency and responsiveness.
• Manage studies to evaluate organizational needs and manpower resource requirements, from a business perspective and manage the provision of OD related consultancy services from third party vendors.
• Identify and address Organizational Design issues, assess their impact through detailed studies, benchmarks and assess risk and provide mitigation plans.
• Analyse the OD performance of business units and advise on improvements to achieve Company's objectives, as well as conducting periodic assessments on organizational readiness for growth and challenges.
• Share best practices and effectively lead change through innovative, creative and practical means.

Generic:

Management

• Plan and supervise the activities of the personnel and resources of the Department to achieve the Division objectives in an efficient and cost-conscious manner while ensuring implementation of approved operational plans for the Department in line with Division objectives.
• Develop the knowledge, competencies and innovative spirit in the Department and support the establishment of Personal Development Plans (PDP’s), Succession Planning and Talent pipeline within the Department in coordination with the Human Capability Group to continuously develop employees with emphasis on UAE Nationals to meet Emiratization targets.

Budgets and Operational Plans

• Compile and provide input for preparation of the Division budgets and regularly monitor expenditure against approved the Department budget levels.
• Investigate, highlight and reconcile any significant variances to ensure effective performance and cost control.

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Lead the implementation of approved Department policies, processes, systems, standards, procedures and internal controls in order to support execution of the Division work programs in line with Company and International standards.

Performance Management

• Implement the Company Performance Management System for individuals within the Department in accordance with Company approved guidelines and continuously monitor the achievement of the Department KPIs related to the approved Annual Performance Management Contract and the Balanced Score Card.

Organisation Structure and Development

• Review, develop and recommend the appropriate organisation structure for the Department that will best utilise human capital while proactively incorporating sustainability into the on-going work practices to meet the business objectives.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Encourage innovation, enhance employee motivation and support initiatives for implementation of Change Management to continuously improve operations and services.
• Propose improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with ISO standards in order to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the Department.

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability

• Support the institution of an HSE culture and ensure compliance with relevant HSE policies, procedures, systems & controls and applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines across the Department in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.
• Ensure adequate HSE training and induction for all Department employees to meet HSE standards.

Management Information Systems (MIS) and Reports

• Prepare all Department MIS and progress reports to provide accurate and timely reports and necessary information to Company Management to effectively manage the business.

Internal:

• Regular collaboration with VP, Organization Development and team members for planning and execution of OD initiatives in the Group Companies.
• Frequent contacts with concerned Directorate and Group Companies' senior management, HC Business Partners and OD teams to discuss, monitor and execution of organization design initiatives.
• Close coordination with various other HC functions like Strategy, Workforce Planning, Performance & Reward, Talent, etc.

External:

• Regular contact with local and international vendors and third party service providers to maintain relationships or to obtain supply of goods and/or services.

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Human Resource Management or equivalent Professional Qualification.

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

• 15 years of professional experience in HR Management, including Organization development / design and related processes within a large organization, of which 8 years in relevant managerial role.
• Deep knowledge of organization development and design, methodologies, and tools
• Strong understanding of organization development and organization effectiveness concepts and their applicability to organizational performance.
• Ability to diagnose organizational problems based upon effective relationships with line managers.
• Good understanding of the industry, the fundamental business principles and its business drivers.
• Very good understanding of Organization Development principles and integrating OD activities into organizational plans.
• Strong project management skills with commercial acumen.
• Strategic thinking, analysis, negotiation and planning capabilities.
• Strong understanding of business value chain and strategies.
• Skilled at interacting with and influencing people from various backgrounds and levels with good interpersonal skills.

Professional Certifications

• Advanced professional certificate in Organization Design & Development (preferable)
• Certified Change Management Practitioner (preferable)

AI Fluency (L3), AI-Driven Process Optimization (L4), Intelligent Data Interpretation (L4), Human Capital Policies Design (L4), Process Design and Management (L4), Organization Design (L4), Workforce Planning (L1), Long Term Business Planning (L4), Workshop Facilitation (L4), Data Analysis, Interpretation and Visualization (L4), Human Capital System Management (L4)

As per the approved Competency dictionary