Human Resources Officer (UAE National)

About the role

The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) is looking for a detail-oriented, organized and service-focused UAE National to join its Office of Human Resources as an Officer. Reporting to the Senior Manager – HR, the role supports core HR operations across the university, working with employees, line managers, academic and administrative departments and other offices so that HR processes follow university policies and UAE Labor Law. The position is open to UAE Nationals only.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer the Performance Management System, including KPI submissions, reviews, appraisals and tracking, and maintain its reports and documentation.
• Support employee learning and development by coordinating training nominations, development plans and learning records with line managers.
• Support recruitment activities such as job postings, candidate screening, interviews, offers and contracts, and create accurate employee records in HR systems.
• Handle onboarding, orientation scheduling, probation monitoring and contract renewals.
• Respond to employee queries and maintain confidential employee relations records, assisting with disciplinary and relations cases.
• Assist with employee engagement initiatives such as surveys, recognition programs and wellness activities.
• Coordinate security and permit clearances and government documentation for employee appointments.
• Contribute to Emiratization by maintaining NAFIS registration, tracking UAE National recruitment data and monitoring progress against Emiratization plans.
• Maintain accurate employee files, HRIS records and personnel documentation, and coordinate employee transfers.
• Help maintain the Faculty and Staff Handbook and support HEDB (CHEDS) submissions, and ensure HR records comply with university policy and UAE Labor Law.
• Support HR reporting, audits and accreditation requirements, and coordinate with Finance, IT and other departments.

Required profile

• UAE Nationality (the position is open to UAE Nationals only).
• Detail-oriented, organized and service-focused.