About the Role / About the Job
The position is responsible for managing the Center of Excellence’s (COE) Talent Management Development (TMD) initiatives and crafting a talent management strategy in alignment with the overall company strategy. This role holds significant authority over daily functional operations and requires a broad level of supervision regarding talent management activities. The role necessitates advanced knowledge in Human Resources Management as well as best practices in Talent Management & Development in both local and global markets.
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Key Accountabilities
- Support associates in implementing talent management programs and processes.
- Utilize various assessment tools to identify high performers, potential talents, and development needs.
- Measure the impact of provided training programs to enhance efficiency.
- Implement talent management initiatives that align with both associates' and organizational needs.
- Plan communication activities to build awareness of the competency framework, learning tools, and Talent Management processes.
- Manage relationships with local and international vendors and oversee service agreements that support Talent Management programs.
- Collaborate with HR Business Partners (HRBPs) and Strategic Business Units (SBUs) to implement associate engagement strategies, including career management and training programs.
- Provide reports and analyses of assessment results, learning needs, and career development activities.
- Aid in the preparation of the annual budget for the Talent Management department.
- Support the execution of talent reviews and the succession management process with the concerned departments.
- Implement and manage Talent Management modules within the company’s systems.
- Coordinate and monitor the implementation of internship, management trainee, and scholarship programs.
Key Performance Indicators
- Achieve a 100% submission rate for assessments.
- Submit assessment analysis reports highlighting development needs.
- Maintain a high associate satisfaction survey resolution rate.
Job Context
This position has a direct impact on managing both internal and external relationships and requires the ability to select suitable assessment tools based on business cases. The job holder can develop, update, and review department policies and guidelines, as well as approve or decline vendor proposals in alignment with departmental objectives. It also involves ensuring adherence to the department’s standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Organizational / Functional Strategic Focus
The position plays a crucial strategic role in collaborating with various SBUs and supports the implementation of departmental initiatives in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Organization Development, Psychology, or equivalent.
Minimum Experience
- At least five (5) years of experience in Talent Management, Learning & Development, or Organizational Development roles.
Job-Specific Skills
- Proficiency in talent management, career development and coaching, competency management, analytical skills, and project management.
Languages
- Proficiency in both Arabic and English is required.
Competencies
- Ensures Accountability (Individual Contributor)
- Plans & Aligns (Individual Contributor)
- Focuses on the Customer (Individual Contributor)
- Learns Through Reflection (Individual Contributor)
- Fosters Collaboration (Individual Contributor)
Why Work for Us?
With a truly international footprint and over 75 years of commercial success, we are not just a leading employer in the MENAT region but also offer exciting opportunities globally, from Chile to Japan, and the UK to Australia. Our values—Respect, Innovation, a Pioneering Spirit, and Empowerment—define how we work with our partners, within our communities, and with each other. We take pride in our culture that promotes the blossoming of ideas, the thriving of people, and the flourishing of successes.
