HR & Administration Officer

About the role

We are seeking an organized, detail‑oriented HR & Administration Officer to manage daily office operations and support People & Culture matters for our Dubai office, serving three business lines.

Key responsibilities

• Act as liaison between Dubai office and Nairobi People & Culture team, develop people plans, ensure compliance with UAE employment law, and advise partners on HR decisions.
• Oversee recruitment lifecycle, from talent sourcing and assessments to interviews and contracting, and maintain a talent repository for future needs.
• Manage performance management cycle, including goal setting, reviews, and improvement processes, and support line managers with performance issues.
• Handle employee relations, engagement initiatives, work‑permit applications, and maintain up‑to‑date employee records.
• Supervise office administration: supplies, facilities, desk and parking allocation, travel logistics, vendor payments, budget management, and insurance renewals.

Required profile

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• 5–7 years of HR and administration experience, including at least two years in a mid‑management role.
• Strong organisational, time‑management and communication skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).