Human Resources Manager
Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer
Line Manager of: HR Officers, Recruitment Specialists
Location: Al Ain, Abu Dhabi (office based) with time spent in schools (Al Ain and Abu Dhabi)
Internal Interaction Relationship:
- Deputy CEO
- Chief Financial Officer
- School Principals
- Directors
- HR Officers
- Recruitment Officer
External Interaction Relationship:
- Liaise with governmental authorities, recruiters, and other relevant agencies
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in alignment with Liwa Education's strategic goals
- Provide HR guidance and strategic input to senior leadership on workforce planning, organizational structure, and succession planning
- Lead and manage the recruitment process by collaborating with external recruiters, job boards, and marketing teams to attract quality candidates
- Ensure compliance of regional laws with particular reference to ADEK and NAFIS requirements for teachers and Emiratisation in education
- Screen applications, coordinate interviews, and make recommendations to leadership regarding hiring decisions
- Prepare employment contracts and manage personnel files to ensure regulatory compliance
- Design and oversee onboarding and induction programs for new staff, ensuring a seamless integration into the organization
- Drive the performance management process by developing frameworks, facilitating reviews, and supporting managers in staff evaluations
- Provide counsel to school leadership on employee relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions
- Liaise with government entities to ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations
- Identify training and development needs, and implement programs to promote professional growth and staff retention
- Oversee employee exit processes, including exit interviews, offboarding, and final clearances
- Ensure accurate maintenance of HR records and generate periodic reports on HR metrics, presenting insights to senior leadership
- Develop and lead staff well-being initiatives and engagement strategies to enhance organizational culture
- Monitor HR budget and expenditures, ensuring cost-effective HR operations and resource allocation
- Manage compensation and benefits benchmarking to ensure competitive packages are offered
Key Performance Indicators:
- % of recruitment targets achieved
- Employee retention rate
- Timeliness and accuracy of HR documentation
- % of performance reviews completed on schedule
- % of leadership satisfaction with HR support and initiatives
Qualification and Experience:
- Minimum Academic Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of HR management experience in an education environment
Technical and Behavioural Competencies:
- Bilingual in Arabic and English (spoken and written)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in HR software and MS Office
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Knowledge of HR best practices and UAE labor laws
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Strong leadership and negotiation skills
- Strategic thinking with the ability to influence at all levels
- Driving License required
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- VISA and Medical
