Human Capital Director

About the role

The Human Capital Director provides strategic leadership for all Human Resources functions at Zayed University, shaping policies, procedures and people initiatives across multiple campuses. Reporting to senior university leadership, the role ensures HR services align with the institution’s strategic goals while delivering operational support to deans and directors.

Key responsibilities

• Lead recruitment, talent management and retention strategies.
• Drive UAE National Development initiatives.
• Oversee employment contract management and performance management systems.
• Develop organizational effectiveness, training, and development programs.
• Manage compensation, benefits, awards and recognition schemes.
• Handle employee relations, mediation and conflict resolution.
• Maintain HR information systems, reporting and workforce planning.
• Create and update HR policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align HR programs with university objectives.
• Navigate complex, ambiguous issues and provide strategic solutions.
• Coordinate HR activities across multi‑campus sites.

Required profile

• Proven strategic leadership experience in Human Resources.
• Ability to work with ambiguity and resolve critical, conflict‑prone situations.
• Experience influencing senior executives, deans and external partners.
• Strong communication and coordination skills across multiple locations.
• Commitment to building contemporary HR and organizational development practices.

Required skills