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Vice President Emiratization

Job Description - Vice President Emiratization


JOB PURPOSE


Custodian for Emiratization strategies' organic and nonorganic growth across the board

 

Manage the implementation of Emiratization programs such as Nafe’s program through entities

 

Review bottlenecks, develop mitigation plans, and recommend solutions to meet the Emiratization Targets

 

The role is only for UAE National 

 


ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


Manage the implementation of the Nafis program and monitor entities progress against the set annual intake strategy

 

Raise periodic reporting on Entities’ performance against the set plans

 

Recommend initiatives around organic and non-organic growth of Emiratization strategies across the board

 

Feed the talent Acquisition vertical with the Emiratization strategies, red flags, improvement areas

 

Work and collaborate with government stakeholders and bridge the gap to ensure an effective Emiratization program

 

Plan and build mitigation strategies, review bottlenecks, and recommend solutions to achieve the Emiratization objectives within the company

 

Understand the Emiratization legalities and make strategies accordingly within the organization

 


 


RELATED YEARS OF EXPERIENCE


Min of 10+ years of experience in a Human Resources / Emiratization programs position within a leading regional organization in the Emiratization department.


 


YOE IN MANAGERIAL POSITION


Min of 2+ years


 


FIELD OF EXPERIENCE


Previous experience in the HR division of a company with 800+ employees

 

Experience in sourcing and recruiting candidates across all organizational levels

 

Experience in management of Emiratization programs

 


TECHNICAL AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS


Existing relationships with critical third-party HR and recruiting firms

 

In depth knowledge of human resource management best practices

 

Excellent interviewing skills

 

Excellent communication skills (verbal, written) to effectively engage across the different layers of the organization

 

Excellent negotiation skills

 

Strong conflict resolution skills

 


QUALIFICATION


Bachelor’s degree in business administration or equivalent is required

 

HR-related certificates (e.g., PHR, SPHR, etc.)



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