About the Role
We are looking for an organised and people-focused Career Development Coordinator to join our HR team in Dubai, UAE. If you have experience in HR or learning and development and are eager to help young Emirati talent build their careers, this is your chance to run a programme that makes a real difference.
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Key Responsibilities
As the Career Development Coordinator, you will oversee our 18-month Emirati Training Programme, ensuring trainees transition smoothly through department rotations. You will also support Emiratisation compliance, tracking quotas and regulations, preparing for government inspections, and updating HR and Finance on GPSSA requirements. You will report to the Head of HR and work in collaboration with department heads, mentors, and the Finance team.
What You'll Do
Programme Set-Up
- Work with every department to establish the full 18-month rotation schedule, learning objectives, and duties before each intake.
- Confirm a mentor in each department and prepare a rotation pack that includes duties, contacts, start-day arrangements, and assessment requirements.
- Maintain the master programme calendar and review programme content at least once a year.
Programme Coordination
- Ensure trainees, mentors, and departments consistently follow the programme process.
- Manage handovers between rotations to ensure smooth transitions for trainees.
- Monitor the completion of assessments, evaluations, and reflection logs.
- Coordinate the final programme assessment and assist in placing trainees into permanent roles.
Trainee Supervision and Support
- Supervise trainees’ progress, attendance, and professional conduct.
- Conduct documented monthly one-on-one meetings with each trainee to review progress, wellbeing, and next steps.
- Identify development needs early and agree on supporting actions with mentors and the Head of HR.
- Coordinate networking opportunities, workshops, and skill-building sessions.
Feedback, Communication, and Reporting
- Implement feedback forms after each rotation and use results to enhance the programme.
- Brief mentors before each rotation and keep department heads updated on progress and changes.
- Act as the central point of contact between trainees, mentors, departments, and HR.
- Maintain accurate programme records and report progress regularly to the Head of HR.
Emiratisation Compliance
- Track Emiratisation quotas and regulations while collaborating closely with the Emiratisation Manager.
- Keep programme records inspection-ready and support HR during government inspections.
- Understand the GPSSA process and keep HR and Finance informed about regulatory changes.
- Handle all trainee and compliance information confidentially.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Fluent in Arabic and English, both written and spoken.
- HR certification such as CIPD or SHRM is desirable.
Experience
- At least 2 years of experience in HR, training coordination, or learning and development.
- Experience coordinating programmes across multiple departments.
- Familiarity with Emiratisation, GPSSA, or UAE government compliance is desirable.
- Experience supervising trainees, interns, or graduates is desirable.
Knowledge and Skills
- Knowledge of UAE Emiratisation and labour regulations.
- Understanding of GPSSA processes for UAE nationals.
- Strong planning, scheduling, and coordination skills.
- Accurate record-keeping and reporting capabilities.
- Proficient in MS Office and HR systems.
- Clear, professional communication skills.
Attributes
- Highly organised, with the ability to plan ahead to ensure every rotation is ready before it starts.
- Process-driven, consistently following agreed processes and holding others accountable.
- A supportive coach who fosters trainee confidence and growth.
- Diplomatic, able to work constructively with department heads and mentors at all levels.
- Discreet, maintaining confidentiality with personal and compliance information.
- Proactive, with a knack for spotting issues early and resolving them proactively.
What We Offer
- A competitive salary package.
- Tax-free salary.
- Private medical insurance.
- Continuing professional development opportunities.
- GPSSA Contribution.
- Exclusive lifestyle benefits.
Join a team that values Pride, Respect, Positivity, Excellence, and Unity while playing a key role in developing the next generation of Emirati talent.
