GM HR & Administration International

To act as an HR business partner for the International business unit and manage the effective development and implementation of P&C strategies, policies and procedures in order to attract, motivate, and retain high caliber employees and ensure the provision of best-in-class P&C services in line with NOMAC business objectives.

Strategy & Plans

• Contribute to BU P&C Strategy and Objectives to ensure NOMAC achieves its growth objectives
• Develop P&C plans in line with the BU P&C strategy to ensure vertical alignment and horizontal integration with other interfacing departments.
• Regularly report to the Director on the operational activities of department, challenges and issues faced, mitigations taken, etc. as required, to keep them informed and updated on the division activities.
• Liaise with specialist HR functions at the BU level in order to convey/country relevant information and context in order to ensure the delivery of tailored solutions.

People Management

Manage the effective achievement of the team objectives through setting individual objectives, managing performance, developing the team and providing formal and informal feedback to maximise overall performance, engagement and motivation.

Budget Management

Contribute to the preparation of the department budget and manage and monitor the financial performance against the budget so that areas of unsatisfactory performance are identified, rectified promptly and potential performance improvement opportunities are capitalised upon.

Manpower Planning and Recruitment

• Overall responsible in coordination with the Business Operations, to lead and manage the assessment of manpower needs and the implementation of manpower planning models, to ensure that requirements are met in a structured and considerate way.
• Oversee the recruitment and selection process for employees in by understanding the talent needs of business unit / country and effectively coordinating with the Recruitment Supervisor, to ensure the budgeted vacancies are filled with the right talent and the business needs are met.
• Oversee the setting up of systems and processes in a new / upcoming plant, by working closely with the Country teams / Plant General Managers, monitoring their manpower needs and ensuring the recruitment and selection of employees is done in a timely and efficient manner.

Performance Management and Rewards

• Implement the approved performance management process, in order to ensure alignment activities and processes to the goals of the organisation.
• Understand the compensation philosophy of the organisation and act as an Internal Consultant to Line Managers on day-to-day compensation issues, such as salary adjustment requests, promotional increases and pay for performance programs, to ensure any queries are managed and salaries are administered as per the defined compensation strategy.

Talent Management and Leadership

Identify talent capability in the respective teams and coordinate with Talent Management function, to ensure that the training needs are catered and competencies are developed as per the requirements of the jobs and standards of NOMAC.

Administrative Execution

Oversee all administrative tasks including facilities and office management, transportation and accommodations at plants, and water supply, so that all administrative needs are met to facilitate operational execution.

HR Operations

• Monitor and implement all HR Operations related activities, in order to provide exceptional service to internal clients in terms of visa possessing, handling grievances, providing letters, etc. to foster an effective employer – employee relationship.
• Oversee the payroll sheets on monthly basis as per the set standards and timeframes, in order to guarantee an “on-time pay” process.
• Develop a working relationship with Government officials and oversee all government related activities including execution of labour related issues, monitoring of Arabic typing, renewal of licenses, and visa management, to ensure timely and hassle-free service for NOMAC staff and adherence to all labour laws.
• Interact with various senior stakeholders and handle disciplinary issues and manage and ensure prompt response to the day-to-day problems/queries from the employees, to help them deal with problems in an effective manner.
• Oversee and ensure employees’ personal data and records are maintained and plant level, to ensure adherence to the internal HR policies.
• Support implementation of absence and leave management records for all employees in country in accordance with company policies, while obtaining required authorizations from the concerned units for further action, to ensure full and timely storage of information.
• Oversee the implementation of HR systems such as job analysis and job description, compensation and benefits, motivation and incentives, performance management, recruitment and selection, training, human resources planning, career path planning... etc

Relationship Management

• Establish and maintain relationships with senior executives, HR counterparts from other institutions, consulting organizations, regulating agencies, and key external recruitment agencies and universities in order to stay up to with market, to enable NOMAC to achieve its objectives.
• Liaise and establish effective relations with Governmental bodies that affect NOMAC operations through constant communication, networking and socialising thus ensuring that the Group pursues and nurtures mutually beneficial relationships with representatives of the government

Policies, Processes, Systems & Procedures

• Develop and ensure the implementation of departmental policies, procedures and controls covering all areas of al activity so that all relevant procedural/legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost-effective service.
• Review and recommend changes to existing policies/ procedures and practices to enhance their effectiveness to meet the business and cultural needs of the Company and enable good employee relations, employee communication, and equality of opportunity, participation and teamwork.

Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities of improvement and contribute to organisational and departmental change initiatives, programmes and projects taking into account best practice and standards in the business environment.

Health, Safety, Security & Environment

Ensure compliance to all relevant health, safety, security and environmental management policies, procedures and controls across the department to guarantee employee safety, legislative compliance and a responsible environmental attitude.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience required

• A Bachelor degree holder in Human Resources or equivalent.
• Membership of a Professional body is preferred e.g. CIPD or SHRM
• 15-18 years’ experience in the area of Human Resource Management.
• Good relationship building skills
• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
• Knowledge of people management systems and practices
• Knowledge of labour regulations and laws
• Knowledge of HR policies, procedures and guidelines
• Advanced planning & organising skills
• Proficient presentation skills
• Advanced communication skills
• Professional Knowledge in best practices regarding personnel affairs
• Proficient negotiation skills
• Thorough understanding of the business value chain
• Ability to manage and work with people of all cultures