HR Coordinator

Job Description

HR Coordinator – UAE National
 

Role Summary

The HR Coordinator – Emiratization supports the execution of the organization’s Emiratization initiatives by assisting in the recruitment, onboarding, and engagement of UAE national employees. The role focuses on coordination, administration, and employee support activities while ensuring compliance with UAE regulations and contributing to a positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

1. Emiratization Support & Coordination

• Assist in implementing Emiratization initiatives in line with organizational goals and UAE regulations
• Support tracking of Emiratization targets and maintain related reports and data
• Coordinate with internal departments to support hiring and deployment of UAE national employees
• Maintain accurate records of UAE national employees and related documentation

2. Government Coordination & Compliance

• Support coordination with government entities such as:
• Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation
• Nafis Programme
• General Pension and Social Security Authority
• Assist in processing documentation related to GPSSA registration and updates
• Ensure employee records and documentation are maintained in line with compliance requirements
• Support preparation of reports and submissions required by government authorities

3. UAE National Recruitment Coordination

• Coordinate recruitment activities for UAE national candidates, including scheduling interviews and follow-ups
• Assist in sourcing candidates through job portals, career fairs, and university partnerships
• Maintain candidate databases and track hiring progress against targets
• Support onboarding activities for new UAE national employees

4. Employee Support & Engagement

• Act as a point of contact for UAE national employees for basic HR queries and support
• Assist in organizing employee engagement activities and events for Emirati employees
• Support collection of employee feedback and escalate concerns to relevant HR teams
• Coordinate site visits and employee interactions when required

5. HR Administration

• Maintain and update employee records in HR systems
• Support documentation, letters, and HR-related requests
• Ensure timely and accurate data entry and documentation

Qualifications & Experience

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

Experience Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in HR administration or coordination roles
• Exposure to recruitment coordination, HR operations, or employee data management is preferred
• Basic understanding of Emiratization initiatives is an advantage

Skills & Competencies

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong coordination and organizational abilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
• Basic knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism