Director, Human Capital - Qatarization

About University of Doha for Science and Technology

UDST, Qatar's first national applied university, provides applied bachelor's and master's degrees along with certificates and diplomas across over 50 programs in fields like Engineering Technology, Industrial Trades, Business Management, IT, Health Sciences, and more. Serving over 8,000 students with a team of 700+ staff, it prides itself on student-focused education and advanced facilities to promote a knowledge-based economy aligned with Qatar's National Vision 2030.

Role Overview

Reporting to UDST's President, the Director of Human Capital will spearhead strategic guidance and continuous assessment of both immediate and future human capital objectives. This role requires promoting a culture of excellence and ensuring adherence to applicable Qatari laws and university policies.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and align the Human Capital Directorate’s business plan with UDST's strategic goals, collaborating with leaders to implement initiatives and policies.
• Act as a trusted partner to senior leaders, providing expert counsel on human capital matters, strategic planning, talent management, and fostering continuous organizational improvement.
• Oversee all aspects of the Human Capital function including talent acquisition, management, localization efforts, leadership development, employee relations, operational efficiency, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Direct strategic workforce planning and recruitment efforts, establishing best practices for attracting, developing, and retaining skilled personnel.
• Develop comprehensive recruitment strategies working alongside Business Unit Heads, ensuring diverse and qualified talent pools, especially for senior and faculty roles.
• Lead talent management programs, implement training plans, support career growth, and succession strategies to maintain a high-performing workforce.
• Create and maintain a performance management system encompassing goal setting, appraisals, feedback, and support for all university units to nurture excellence and employee development.
• Manage the formulation and communication of human capital policies, address workplace issues fairly and promptly, and promote a positive and compliant work environment.
• Drive innovative training programs and integration of new technologies to improve workforce skills and foster continuous improvement within the university.
• Champion process documentation, data structuring, and controls to support human capital automation and technological advancement projects.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related discipline is mandatory.
• Professional certification in Human Resources or related fields is preferred.
• At least 15 years of relevant experience in human capital or related domains, including a minimum of 5 years in managerial roles.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English and Arabic languages is essential.