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About the Role

Nadia is seeking a Competency Management Manager to join its team in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This role reports to the Executive Director and involves close collaboration with the Safety and Human Resources Departments, as well as the corresponding departments of partner subcontractors. The primary objective is to establish a unified framework for competency management and to coordinate and monitor the performance of competency assessments across all involved entities. This position is essential for ensuring personnel meet required competence standards, contributing to project success and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish a comprehensive framework and develop a Competency Management System (CMS) for application across the team.
• Coordinate with Safety and Human Resources Departments, and those of partner subcontractors, to monitor the effective application of the CMS.
• Provide strategic advice on the Competency Management Cycle, Training Plans, and Succession Planning.
• Participate in programmed competency audits to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
• Elaborate detailed reports on compliance with the Competency Management Plan and establish early warning indicators for potential issues.
• Actively participate in Safety Management and Human Resource Committees when competency management is an agenda item.
• Contribute expertise to accident investigations where human behavior is a direct cause.
• Provide specialized expertise regarding Human Factors training and its ongoing monitoring.
• Ensure alignment of all competencies with relevant industry standards and best practices.
• Deliver reports and analyses on competency trends and workforce readiness.
• Develop and implement a Risk-Based Training Need Analysis process.
• Lead and manage competency assessments, audits, and benchmarking exercises.
• Integrate competency models into existing performance management and talent development processes.
• Develop and implement effective competency-based development programs.
• Assess current workforce capabilities and identify critical skill gaps.
• Identify and define critical roles requiring specific competency focus.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a closely related field.
• Fluency in the English language is essential.
• A Master's degree or a recognized HR certification (such as CIPD or SHRM) is a significant advantage.
• 5 to 10+ years of progressive experience in Human Resources, Talent Management, or Learning & Development roles.
• Proven track record in the development and successful implementation of competency frameworks.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), Learning Management Systems (LMS), and Competency Management Systems (CMS).
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability in strategic planning and effective execution of initiatives.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and effectively manage relationships at all levels.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The role requires 5-10 years of relevant experience.