Job Description

Company Description

The German International School Dubai is a non-profit school that includes grades 1 to 12.


A German kindergarten with an integrated preschool is also affiliated with the school.



As an HR Manager, you will play a crucial role in shaping and implementing our HR strategies. You will be responsible for managing effective human resources operations and supporting the school administration in all personnel-related matters. Your tasks will include, but are not limited to:

Key Responsibilities

• Recruiting and Talent Development
+ Responsible for the entire recruitment process for all employees.
+ Training and development of the HR team to ensure they are well-prepared for HR strategies and initiatives.
+ Assisting in the preparation of job offers and employment contracts.
+ Overseeing the entire visa process for employees, including coordination with external authorities and partners.
+ Continuous monitoring and improvement of HR processes and systems.
• Payroll and Compensation:
+ Overseeing and managing payroll for all employees, including conducting and analyzing salary adjustments.
• Performance Management:
+ Introducing a performance-based evaluation system.
+ Developing a comprehensive onboarding plan for new employees to ensure quick integration into the team.
• Labor Law Support:
+ Providing advice and support to employees on labor and social law matters, as well as health insurance.
+ Managing health insurance administration and ensuring coverage for all employees.
+ Collaborating with external partners, such as insurance providers and legal advisors.
+ Ensuring compliance with all legal HR requirements.
• Development and Implementation of HR Strategies and Initiatives:
+ Promoting Emiratization through targeted recruitment and development programs.
+ Designing programs to integrate Emiratis into a German-speaking work environment.
+ Selecting and implementing new HR software to optimize HR processes.
+ Strategically optimizing existing processes, such as overtime calculations and compensation systems.
• Grievance and Disciplinary Procedures:
+ Managing and resolving workplace grievances and conflicts, including developing mediation strategies.
+ Leading and conducting disciplinary procedures, drafting warnings, and organizing formal disciplinary meetings.
+ Ensuring compliance with labor laws when handling grievances and disciplinary actions.



Qualifications

• Must be English OR German native speaker
• Must have Work experience in a Human Resources role in UAE
• Completed university degree in HR, business administration, or a comparable field.
• Several years of professional experience in human resources management, ideally in a leadership position.
• Solid knowledge and experience with UAE labor law.
• Experience in implementing HR systems and processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Innovative mindset and experience in change management.
• Experienace with Emiratisation preferred



Additional Information

You can expect a highly interesting work environment within a motivated team. The employment relationship is based on a contract aligned with UAE labor law.


Compensation will be in accordance with the salary guidelines applicable to the school.