MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES
HSE:
- Implement HSE component in HR projects
- Ensure new HR processes and systems adhere to regulatory requirements
- Ensure confidentiality of sensitive HR data
- Monitor information from HQ and affiliate leadership regarding the upcoming HR Campaigns/ Projects
- Develop and keep up-to-date the yearly HR Campaigns/ Projects Calendar
- Collaborate with HR leaders and stakeholders to define clear project objectives, scope, and deliverables for each HR initiative
- Develop detailed campaigns/ project plans, including timelines, milestones, resources, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Onboard campaign/ project stakeholder accordingly
- Oversee the end-to-end process, ensuring campaigns/projects are executed in alignment with the established plans and objectives
- Manage campaign/project timelines meticulously, ensuring all project tasks and milestones are completed on schedule.
- Proactively identify potential bottlenecks and take decisive actions to maintain campaign/ project progress
- Proactively collaborate with HR team representatives from different disciplines/ departments and other stakeholders' representatives to secure the necessary expertise and support for each HR campaign/project, and ensure their valuable contributions and commitment throughout the campaign/project lifecycle
- Effectively allocate resources, including personnel and budget, for the timely completion of campaigns/ projects
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages open communication, active participation, consensus-building among project groups, while maintaining commitment to project goals and timelines
- Ensure that HR campaigns/projects adhere to highest quality standards and best practices
- Conduct periodic reviews and audits to validate campaigns/ project deliverables and compliance with HR policies
- Identify potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize their impact on campaign/project outcomes
- Implement contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges
- Develop and implement change management strategies to promote smooth adoption of new HR processes and systems
- Support stakeholders in understanding the benefits and impact of project changes
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, meeting minutes, status reports, and return of experience
- Generate regular reports on project status, progress, and key performance metrics
- Conduct project reviews and return of experience sessions to identify areas for improvement and incorporate feedback into future project planning
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the HR project management framework.
- Liaise with tax and social security authorities to ensure acknowledgment of reporting and payments
- Proactively contribute to optimization of internal practices and reporting, automation of the processes
- Provide support to HR teams on other topics as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field
- Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is highly advantageous
- Proven 5+ years of experience in independently managing complex HR or relevant corporate projects and applying best-in-class project management principles (or 7+ years if Bachelor’s degree)
- Good knowledge of HR processes, procedures, and systems
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with project groups and stakeholders' representatives
- Persuasive and influential communicator, capable of convincing stakeholders to participate in project groups and maintain their commitment throughout the project lifecycle
- Analytical mindset with problem- solving abilities to address project challenges and drive successful outcomes
- Proactive, adaptable, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Knowledge of Iraqi Labour legislation
- Familiarity with Project management tools, general IT proficiency
- Fluent English (written and oral), Arabic
- Cross-cultural thinking
*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.