Head of OD and Total Rewards
Emirates Steel
Total years of experience :14 years, 3 Months
• Maintains and updates company organization charts and ensure all promotions, transfers, recruitments, resignations, and terminations are reflected in the organization Chart.
• Lead the yearly manpower planning process and prepares final annual manpower budget and monitors actual manpower against budgeted manpower.
• Ensure that succession plan is effectively implemented, and the development plan is in place for the identified UAE National talent pool in coordination with Talent Capabilities Development section to enhance the Emiratization strategy.
• Conducts detailed benefits and compensation analysis and prepares financial impact for proposed initiatives or plans to obtain management approval.
• Provides recommendations on compensation actions for employees based upon data analysis & compensation program design, in line with the stablished guidelines and policies and practices.
• Provides input in development and improvement of various HR policies and procedures such as recruitment, Emiratization manpower planning, career development, etc. Identifies and recommends best practice to retain and develop qualified and best performer employees.
• Meets with all division/department managers to advise, assist, and discuss divisional/departmental manpower plans for growth, downsizing or other strategic initiatives.
(Acting section head OD & total rewards)
• Design and implement the compensation and benefits strategy, policies, procedures as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain the organization structure in coordination with department heads and senior management to reflect the needs of Emirates Steel.
• Ensure that manpower plan is regularly updated, identify manpower requirements and enhance the Emiratization plan in coordination with other departments.
• Develop the cost analysis and the impact related to budgeted position and proposed structure as well as analyze and prepare consolidated data and manpower planning for management review and approval.
• Maintain compensation and benefits scheme against suitable benchmarks and make recommendations to ensure that the compensation and benefits scheme is both equitable and competitive enough to attract and retain employees.
• Develop a complete rewards scheme including basic salary, benefits, and financial and non- financial incentives to ensure internal equity and alignment with the overall HR organizational objectives.
• Conduct appropriate research, studies and surveys in support of policy development and hig
Developing methods to improve employment policies, processes, and practices, and recommend changes to management. Maintaining documentation of HR policies and procedures and contributed to the revision of policy drafts for changes decided by the management Working closely with the Divisions to assist line managers and employees in implementing the HR policies and procedures through providing adequate explanation and clarifications. Ensuring all employees receiving accurate salary, benefits and allowances in line with the policy Working closely with employee relations unit to ensure the procedure implantation is line with the policy. Reviewing contractor’s contract / task order and payment in line with ADNOC regulations and the labor of law. Member in the grievances and disciplinary committees. Benchmarking studies with other universities in terms of grades, salaries, allowances, and policies and procedures.
• Developed methods to improve employment policies, processes, and practices, and recommend changes to management.
• Salary analysis and salary review for existing employees and new hires.
• Maintained documentation of HR policies and procedures and contributed to the revision of policy drafts for changes decided by the management
• Worked closely with the Divisions to assist line managers and employees in implementing the HR policies and procedures through providing adequate explanation and clarifications.
• Prepared the overall analysis of ratings for calculation of salary increments and promotions based on the employee’s performance appraisal Rate. .
• Audited / reviewed calculations of annual bonus and merit increments, and ensure all related approvals are obtained.
• Generated variety of reports for Employee Relations, Recruitment, and Management.
• Performed any other relevant tasks as directed by the HR Manager
Capabilities Development
• Lead the Induction program for the new comers
• Manage the employee handbook
• Develops alternative strategies for educational assessment, accountability, and evaluation programs.
• Develops employee-specific personal development plans to bridge competency gaps.
• Maintains and updates the training database.
• Communicates the training and development program to concerned staff, and responds to inquiries.
• Participates in developing the standard development and training framework for each discipline and defining the required competency levels based on business requirements.
Policy and Compensation
• Develop methods to improve employment policies, processes, and practices, and recommend changes to management.
• Participate and contribute actively to salary surveys, benchmark studies, and other projects connected with compensation and benefits.
• Recruitment salary analysis and salary review for existing employees.
• Maintain documentation of HR policies and procedures and contribute to the revision of policy drafts for changes decided by the management
• Work closely with the Divisions to assist line managers and employees in implementing the HR policies and procedures through providing adequate explanation and clarifications.
• Contribute to the process of employees' appraisal system by providing analysis and recommendations for potential amendments to the HR manager
• Member in grievances and investigation committees.
• Prepare the overall analysis of ratings for calculation of salary increments and promotions based on the employee’s performance appraisal Rate. .
• Audit / review calculations of annual bonus and merit increments, and ensure all related approvals are obtained.
• Generate variety of reports for Employee Relations, Recruitment, and Management.
• Perform any other relevant tasks as directed by the HR Manager
• Focusing on the development & delivery of HR programs and services related to the National Development initiatives at ZU.
• Recommends, designs and implements training and development initiatives, policies and guidelines related to and supporting UAE National employment at ZU.
• Liaising with internal stakeholders; identify opportunities for partnering, provide subject matter expertise in the design delivery and implementation of Training and Development activities.
• Providing advice and guidance to client leaders and employees regarding performance management and employee relations issues, working within the framework of ZU policy and bylaws
• Counseling and guiding managers on provision of effective feedback, conduct of performance dialogues
• Handling National Retention and Development Issues.
• Contributing to the development of applicant assessment tools, with particular focus on the assessment of UAE National candidates.
• Working with clients, review and assess applications, applying knowledge of the university and client requirements; develop timely shortlists of potential candidates and facilitate appropriate selection and interview arrangements.
• Developing and preparing meaningful and timely management reports and documentation to track the effectiveness of the National Development program.
• Designing, coordinating and delivering training and development programs and initiatives to support the National Development Program.
• Setting the strategic objectives for our team.
• Supporting the implementation of new and ongoing OD programs ensuring their timely and effective delivery. These initiatives may include but are not limited to Rewards and Recognition Programs, Employee Satisfaction and Engagement Strategies, Succession Planning and Talent Management
• Involved in the development of programs and policies, working with others on the HR team and across the organization
• Contributed to the development of applicant assessment tools, with particular focus on the assessment of UAE National candidates.
• Reviewed recruitment policies to ensure effectiveness of selection techniques and recruitment programs.
• Worked with clients, review and assess applications; developed timely shortlists of potential candidates and facilitated appropriate selection and interview arrangements.
• Built relationships with Clients in order to gain a better understanding of their recruitment needs and requirements.
• Designed, coordinated and delivered training and development programs and initiatives to support the National Development Program.
• Briefed the candidate about the responsibilities, salary and benefits of the job in question.
• Conducted HR briefing Sessions for UAE Nationals.
• Arranged Group/Individual Orientation’s Programs.
• Offered advice to both clients and candidates on pay rates, training and career progression
• Screened, interviewed and short-listed potential candidates both personally and by telephone
nterviewed, screened and recruited UAE national and non-UAE national applicants to fill university staff job openings in a timely and effective manner
• Scheduled interviews with applicants and selection panel representatives; schedules testing and assessments
• Participated on panels and interviews of applicants
• Conducted Video Conferences Interviews.
• Performed reference and background checks on selected applicants.
• Ensured that all required due diligence, approvals are effectively conducted prior to employment offers.
• Liaised with the hiring department regarding the status of any candidate from the point of application to commencement.
• Used the online application system to ensure effective tracking of candidates, keeping job postings and applicant information up to date according to established protocols.
• Prepared yearly training plan for UAE national depends on their needs
• Assisted with coordinating HR activities in support of the National Development Program
• Prepared Employee Contracts and offer letters.
• Recruited talented UAE Nationals
Master of Science in International Business
Leadership, Costumer Services, Business Etiquette, Sales, Business Communication
Human Resources Management
Leadership, Costumer Services, Business Etiquette, Sales, Business Communication
