Senior HR Specialist

Job description / Role

Ensures implementation of HR strategies and policies focusing on achievement of the following results:
- Implementation of HR strategy; effective implementation of the internal control; proper design and functioning of the HR management system.
- Full compliance of HR activities with DSC policies, procedures and strategies.
- Review and recommend changes to Head of HR on HR P&Ps as per operational requirements and advise the business on the changes through communication and awareness sessions where required.
- Advise the business on new HR practices and projects guided by the corporate HR function within the DSC HO.

Recruitment:
- Management of transparent and competitive recruitment and selection processes including updating the job descriptions, proper job evaluation, vacancies announcement, screening of candidates, organization and chairing of interview panels and making recommendations on recruitment.
- Development and maintenance of data base for all job applications.
- Continuous monitoring of the entire recruitment process and recommending new recruitment approach at a minimum cost to the business.
- Monitoring and tracking of all transactions related to positions, recruitment and HR data.

Performance Management:
- Elaboration and implementation of the performance management cycle while maintaining the appropriate timelines of the appraisal process, facilitation, elaboration of performance evaluation indicators in consultation with the Senior Management as advised by the corporate HR.
- Act as the key driver of all performance management matters.
- Conducting the training needs analysis (TNA) and develop the training implementation plan within the business.
- Advise and coach team members on all performance and employee relation matters.

On & Off-Boarding:
- Manage the On Boarding for the employees including Induction, coordinating with the Administration Department for flights, accommodation
- Manage the probation evaluation process while keeping proper track records
- Manage the off-boarding process in conjunction with the centralized payroll function to ensure a smooth exit and final settlement process.

Employee Relations & Engagement:
- Promote equality and diversity as part of the culture of the organization
- Plan and organise various kinds of activities to boost employee morale and motivation
- Attend to employees grievances and complaints; provide guidance and implement disciplinary procures
- Provide feedback to the Management to enhance a better and cordial working environment
- Actively participate in the process of planning and publishing the DSC staff newsletter

Payroll:
- Prepare the monthly payroll process in conjunction with the payroll function. Process and document all payroll activities (i.e. annual leave processing, ticket entitlements, advances, loans, exceptions, incentives and overtime payments) to ensure that all are taken into account prior to processing the payroll.

Adhoc HR Projects as assigned by the Head of HR at DSC.

Requirements

Behavioural Competencies:
Business Acumen, Customer Service, Decision Making, Organizing, strong interpersonal and coaching skills, Excellent communication skills.

Job-specific /Technical Skills:
- Interpersonal skills
- Results oriented
- Delivery of HR Projects
- Influencing skills
- People oriented
- Adapting to change

Minimum Experience (number of years):
3 to 5 years of experience in Human Resources

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:
Bachelors degree with strong interpersonal and organizing skills.

About the Company

Dubai Sports City is spread in 50 million sq km in the heart of Dubai Land, offering world class facilities in sports, commercial and residential real estate. It's been conceptualized as a city within a city, where you can get everything from state-of-the-art sports venues and international sporting events, to top of the line sports academies, providing a platform for youth development, recreational sporting facilities, residential and commercial developments, together with all the related amenities expected in a purpose-built city, including international schools, medical facilities, hotels, community centers and entertainment venues.

The world's first integrated sports city
Centrally located on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Dubai Sports City is 20 minutes away from the Airport, 10 minutes from the Mall of the Emirates, and 5 minutes drive from the Autodrome 
Formally launched in March 2004 as a cornerstone project of Dubailand
Total project cost - US$4 billion
The first facility to be completed in Dubai Sports City was the 18-hole championship golf course, The Els Club, Ernie Els first golf course design concept in the Middle East, operational since March 2008
The ICC Global Cricket Academy (ICC GCA), based at Dubai Sports City, the focal point of world class cricket development, offering players, coaches, umpires and trainers at all levels the opportunity to develop their education and skills
The Dubai Cricket Stadium opened in April 2009 and has been hosting several international events
An American curriculum school opened in September 2009  Currently having over 300 students
Brand-new, purpose-built nursery, located in Dubai Sports City, is in walking distance of the Victory Heights and Canal Residence West residential community
The community has self sufficient water and irrigation facilities
Over 5,000 residents currently living at DSC 
30,000 new residents expected in the next 5 years with the addition of 1200 new villas and 35 new towers
50,000 residents expected once the community reaches its peak