HR Director | Dubai

Sector: Government Entity

Location: Dubai,

Nationality: Emarati

seeking an accomplished HR Director to lead and oversee the full spectrum of human resources functions within a government entity in Dubai.

The ideal candidate must have extensive federal government HR experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven track record of developing and implementing HR strategies aligned with government regulations, policies, and organizational objectives.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Strategic HR Leadership

• Develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and plans aligned with organizational goals and government priorities.
• Lead HR transformation, organizational development, workforce planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Advise senior leadership on HR strategy, workforce challenges, and people-related decisions.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Oversee recruitment, selection, workforce planning, Emiratisation, and talent acquisition strategies.
• Ensure recruitment processes comply with applicable government regulations and approved manpower plans.
• Develop succession planning and talent pipeline initiatives for critical positions.

HR Operations & Government Compliance

• Oversee all HR functions, including employee relations, HR operations, onboarding, offboarding, and personnel administration.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal government HR legislation, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Review and enhance HR policies, procedures, delegations, and internal controls.

Compensation, Benefits & Performance Management

• Lead compensation and benefits, salary structures, allowances, and employee rewards in line with applicable government frameworks.
• Oversee performance management systems, KPIs, and employee development plans.
• Ensure effective management of promotions, increments, benefits, and other employee lifecycle processes.

Learning & Development

• Develop learning and development strategies to enhance employee capabilities and leadership effectiveness.
• Identify skills gaps and implement training, career development, and succession planning programs.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Oversee employee relations, grievances, disciplinary matters, and workplace investigations.
• Promote employee engagement, well-being, retention, and a positive organizational culture.

HR Analytics & Digital Transformation

• Monitor HR KPIs, workforce reports, and people analytics to support evidence-based decision-making.
• Drive HR digitalization, process automation, and the effective use of HR systems and technology.

Key Requirements

• Emarati—mandatory.
• Extensive experience in federal government HR, preferably in a senior HR leadership role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of all HR functions, from strategic HR planning to day-to-day operations.
• Strong understanding of federal government HR legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Proven experience leading HR teams and managing complex HR initiatives.
• Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills.
• Strong analytical, strategic planning, and organizational development capabilities.
• A bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related discipline; a master's degree and relevant professional certifications are an advantage.