Manager Human Resources - Iraq (Erbil)

Job Description Roles & Responsibilities Purpose : To contribute in implementation of the HR operational and HR employee engagement activities in the region. Support the employee life cycle management process and initiatives. Offer operational support to the HR Regional Head of the given region in design, development and institutionalization of new HR initiatives / plans and ensure smooth roll-out within budgeted costs and agreed timeline to a healthy work environment. Job Profile HR Operations Implementation & Employee Life Cycle Management: Support in planning and implementation of key HR initiatives to help the organization become an Employer of Choice. Ensure adherence to all timelines and TAT for Employee Life Cycle – Onboarding & Off Boarding Timely closure of procedures for separated employees Work with Region HR to ensure employee data, engagement, processes, and procedures are adhered with compliance and updated per local regulations timely. Work with Business / Function Heads in execution of HR business plan / engagement activities; embed change into day-to-day working practice and organization culture to build a performance-oriented organization. Continuously supports review and improvement of the HR usage of the tools to reinforce organizational culture. Monitor internal HR systems and databases, with timely submission of reports and analysis of data. Supporting the design and execution of engagement & inclusion programs and initiatives of varying sizes and purposes; Managing segment level budgets for events, partnering with local teams to creatively remain within the allocated budget; Hands on HR partner to the internal communications team, representing the voice of engagement and inclusion. Liaison for event stakeholders: HR leaders, Business leaders, internal and external vendors, and community partners Supporting Employees with the awareness on wellness initiatives taken by VFS Employee Engagement: Design, develop and implement programs to continuously engage and motivate staff to achieve superior results in conjunction with the Central Teams. Execute HR Connect initiatives to ensure constant interactions with employees and their respective superiors. Identify employee concerns / grievances / issues proactively, that may cause disruption in near future and initiate corrective actions. Advice and assist Line Managers to implement the performance assessment program and in providing constructive employee feedback. Assist implementation of Reward & Recognition programs and monitor progress / effectiveness of these initiatives with high attention to details on cost and budgets. Organizational Development: Work with key stakeholders for implementation and roll-out of various organizational building initiatives. Co-ordinate administration of the employee satisfaction survey and implementing of the recommendations emerging out of the exercise. Monitor the progress of the employee satisfaction survey and trends. Share innovative and technology driven HR solutions Compliance: Ensure adherence to all applicable policies, procedures/ regulations and statutory requirements. Ensure compliance to the all VFS Global HR Guidelines / standards set for the employees. Ensure adherence to laid down processes. Any work/assigned alotted apart from above as a special project. Judicious use of natural resources Shall adhere to the environment health and safety policy/objectives and guidelines of the organization. Desired Candidate Profile Education Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Management, Psychology, or a related field. Master's degree or professional HR certification is preferred. Experience Minimum 5 to 7 years of progressive Human Resources experience, with at least 2 to 3 years in an HR Manager or HR Generalist leadership role. Proven experience managing HR operations for a workforce of 100+ employees across multiple locations. Experience in service sectors is an advantage. Demonstrated experience in recruitment, employee relations, performance management, payroll administration, employee engagement, and workforce planning. Knowledge & Skills Strong knowledge of Iraqi Labor Law, employment regulations, social security requirements, work permit process and HR compliance practices. Experience handling disciplinary actions, grievance management, conflict resolution, and employee relations matters. Strong understanding of talent acquisition, onboarding, training and development, succession planning, and performance management systems. Experience in developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and organizational initiatives. Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Excellent organizational and project management capabilities. Leadership Competencies Proven ability to lead and support a workforce of over 100 employees while partnering with department heads and senior management. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across all organizational levels. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and multicultural work environment. High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics. Language Requirements Fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken) is required. Knowledge of Kurdish and Baghdad region is essential Employment Type Full-time Company Industry HotelsHospitality Department / Functional Area HRHuman RelationsIndustrial Relations Keywords HR Business Partner LeadHuman Resources ManagementLabor Law ComplianceTalent AcquisitionHead Of Human ResourcesHR Business Partner Get real-time job updates only on our App