HR Associate

Envision Employment Solutions is currently looking for an HR Associate - Strategy, Transformation & PMO for one of our partners, a global leader in the chemical industry field.
**Job Summary**:
The HR Strategy, Transformation & PMO Associate plays a critical role in supporting the development and execution of strategic HR initiatives, driving organizational transformation, and managing HR project portfolios. This position involves overseeing HR special projects and transformation initiatives and ensures projects are executed and implemented as per timelines and objectives. Additionally, the individual will support the HR Strategy, Transformation & PMO Lead in organization-wide efforts such as end-to-end Organizational Culture, Organizational Development, and Diversity & Inclusion.
The position will report to the Head of HR Strategy, Transformation & PMO.

**Responsibilities**:

- Strategic Support: Assist in the development and execution of HR strategies that support the organization’s goals and objectives.
- Transformation Projects: Support HR transformation initiatives, ensuring successful implementation and alignment with strategic goals.
- Project Management: Manage HR project portfolios, including planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting on project progress and outcomes.
- Data Analysis: Analyse HR data to provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement and strategic decision-making.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with HR leaders and business stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication of HR strategies and projects.
- Change Management: Support change management efforts to drive organizational transformation and ensure smooth transitions.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements within HR and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Reporting and Documentation: Prepare and present reports on HR strategy, transformation projects, and PMO activities to senior leadership.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, business administration or a related field.
- Master’s degree in Human Resources is a plus.
- Project Management certification is a plus.
- In depth knowledge across program management.
- Proficiency and working knowledge in HRIS platforms and project management tools.
- Experience in end-to-end program management, program and service design and proficiency in using project management tools.
- Excellent written and verbal Arabic and English language proficiency
- Skills:

- Scope of work: Strong understanding, experience and working knowledge in the areas of HR Strategy, Transformation, PMO, Culture, Org. Development and Change Management.
- Process Expertise: Deep understanding of HR transformation and program management. Ability to develop and implement processes, programs and services based on industry leading and business needs.
- Continuous Improvement: Ability to identify and drive process, program and service improvement opportunities leading to optimization, simplification, standardization, and improved business outcomes.
- Technology Proficiency: Understanding of HRIS platforms and project management tools and leveraging these to deliver relevant outputs/ outcomes
- Adaptability and Agility: An adaptable and agile mindset towards continuous improvement to keep up with evolving processes and technology.
- Analytical Ability: Strong analytical skills and ability to understand, interpret and analyze internal and external data to predict trends.
- Collaboration: Ability to work closely with team members, management, senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Communication and Presentation Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Arabic and English. Ability to articulate and present complex information in a concise and concise manner.