Director, Human Capital - Qatarization

About University of Doha for Science & Technology

The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is Qatar's first national applied university, offering a diverse range of applied Bachelor’s, Master’s degrees, certificates, and diplomas across various domains including Engineering Technology, Industrial Trades, Business Management, Computing, Health Sciences, and Professional Education. With over 700 employees and more than 8,000 students, UDST emphasizes student-focused experiential learning supported by advanced facilities and innovative educational technologies. The university aims to develop skilled graduates who contribute significantly to Qatar’s knowledge-driven economy and National Vision 2030.

Position Overview

Reporting directly to the President of UDST, the Director of Human Capital provides visionary leadership and strategic guidance in defining, evaluating, and achieving short and long-term human capital objectives. This role involves recommending initiatives to attract, develop, and retain top talent and fostering a culture of excellence while ensuring full compliance with Qatar's relevant legal frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the formulation and execution of the Human Capital Directorate business plan aligned with UDST’s overall strategy.
• Collaborate closely with the Vice President, Support Services on Human Capital policy development and strategy implementation to ensure cohesion with university goals.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on strategic human capital matters, including talent management and continuous improvement efforts.
• Oversee all human capital functions including talent acquisition, talent management, Qatarization (localization), leadership development, employee relations, operations, and digital transformation.
• Direct strategic workforce planning and recruitment, ensuring alignment of talent resources and adoption of best practices for career progression and succession planning.
• Lead the crafting of comprehensive talent acquisition strategies in partnership with business unit leaders, focusing on senior executives, faculty, and staff recruitment to build a diverse, qualified talent pool.
• Manage talent management programs aimed at boosting skills, competencies, and career growth to support UDST's performance and sustainability.
• Develop and implement a performance management framework incorporating goal setting, appraisals, and feedback that fosters high performance and employee development across the university.
• Oversee communication and enforcement of human capital policies and initiatives, promptly addressing employee concerns to maintain a positive working environment and elevate engagement.
• Champion human capital digital transformation by structuring process data aligned with technology initiatives, ensuring thorough documentation and version control of automated processes.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or closely related discipline.
• Professional certification in Human Resources or similar area is preferred.
• At least 15 years of relevant experience in human capital or related fields, including a minimum of 5 years in managerial roles.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English and Arabic is mandatory.