Director, Human Capital (Qatarization)

Overview

University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is the first national applied University in the State of Qatar, offering applied Bachelors and Master’s degrees in addition to certificates and diplomas in various fields. UDST has over 50 programs in the fields of Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades, Business Management, Computing and Information Technology, Health Sciences, Continuing and Professional Education and more. With more than 700 staff and over 8,000 students, UDST is the destination of choice for applied and experiential learning. The University is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Our aim is to enhance students’ skills and help develop talented graduates who can effectively contribute to a knowledge-based economy and make Qatar’s National Vision 2030 a reality. The Human Capital Directorate invites applications for Director, Human Capital position. Responsibilities

The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to the Vice President, Support Services and senior leadership, providing insights and expertise in Human Capital affairs through engaging in strategic planning, talent management, and cultivating a culture of continuous improvement to achieve UDST objectives. Lead the strategic direction of the Human Capital Directorate, overseeing Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Localization, leadership development, employee relations, operations and digitalization efforts to attract, retain and develop a high performing workforce. Oversee strategic workforce planning and recruitment initiatives, aligning talent resources and refining strategies for recruitment, development and retention, incorporating best practices for career development and succession planning to cultivate an agile and high-performing workforce. Lead the development of comprehensive Talent Acquisition strategies in collaboration with Business Unit Heads, guiding the recruitment and selection process for senior executive positions, faculty and staff to ensure the creation of a diverse and highly qualified talent pool. Oversee Talent Management initiatives, fostering the attraction, development and retention of high performers, implementing training needs, overseeing career development and succession plans to enhance employee skills, competencies and career progression, contributing positively to UDST performance, culture and long-term sustainability. Guide the formulation of a performance management framework aligned with goal setting, feedback mechanisms, performance appraisal and feedback processes, ensuring robust support for all Business Units during reviews, to foster a culture of high performance, employee growth and excellence at UDST. Oversee the development and communication of Human Capital policies, programs and initiatives to stakeholders, addressing employee concerns, conflicts and grievances promptly and fairly, fostering a positive work environment, enhancing employee engagement, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and University policies. Lead the strategic planning and execution of Human Capital initiatives at UDST, integrating innovative management training programs and technologies, empowering the workforce with elevated skills, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and achieving sustainable success for the University. Drive the strategic structuring of process data in alignment with technology-driven initiatives, championing and endorsing the documentation of automated processes while ensuring robust version control mechanisms to ensure a comprehensive approach to data management within the Human Capital automation frameworks. Qualifications

Education and Certifications :

Master’s degree required in Business Administration, Human Resources or related field Professional certification is preferred in Human Resources or another related field Experience

Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in HC or related field 5 years of managerial experience Language

Fluency in written and spoken English language is required Fluency in written and spoken Arabic language is required Other Required Skills

Analytical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork and collaborative working, time management and service excellence competencies are required A proactive can-do attitude and good time management are essential Technical competencies include Workforce Planning, Strategic Human Resource Management, Labor Law & Legal Compliance and Organizational Development Seniority level

Director Employment type

Full-time Job function

Human Resources Higher Education

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