Development Specialist jobs in United Arab Emirates

Job Title: Organizational Development Specialist

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Company: Confidential - Construction

Job Summary:

One of the worlds largest construction companies are seeking a highly skilled Organizational Development Specialist with expertise in Total Rewards and Performance Management to join their team in Abu Dhabi. This role will play a pivotal part in enhancing employee engagement, optimizing compensation and benefits structures, and driving a high-performance culture within our global construction operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Total Rewards Strategy & Implementation:

• Develop and implement competitive total rewards programs, including salary structures, benefits, incentives, and recognition programs.
• Conduct benchmarking and market analysis to ensure compensation and benefits remain competitive and aligned with industry standards.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to design cost-effective rewards strategies that support employee retention and motivation.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws and international best practices in compensation and benefits.

Performance Management & Employee Engagement:

• Design and enhance the performance management framework, including goal-setting, KPIs, and performance evaluations.
• Implement tools and methodologies to assess and improve employee performance and development.
• Partner with business leaders to drive a culture of continuous feedback, coaching, and performance improvement.
• Lead the implementation of succession planning and career development programs.

Organizational Development & Change Management:

• Support organizational transformation initiatives by designing and implementing change management strategies.
• Develop leadership development programs to cultivate high-potential talent.
• Analyze workforce data to identify trends and make data-driven recommendations for talent optimization.
• Facilitate training sessions and workshops on performance, rewards, and organizational effectiveness.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Bachelors degree minimum qualification
• 5 years minimum experience in OD and Total Rewards
• Highly skilled in performance management
• Must be located in UAE