Director of Human Resources

Position Overview

The American School of Doha (ASD) seeks an experienced and visionary Director of Human Resources (HR) to join its Senior Leadership Team commencing in July 2026. Reporting to the School Director and working closely with the Board, the Director of HR will play a pivotal role in shaping a learner-focused people strategy for our 400 faculty and staff aligned with the vision of “One ASD Family".

The Director of HR will serve as a strategic partner to the School Director, Senior Leadership Team and the Board, providing vision, leadership, and oversight of all human resource functions across the school. The role ensures the school attracts, develops, and retains exceptional faculty and staff, while maintaining compliance with local labor laws, international best practices, and school policies.

The appointee will lead a team of HR professionals and foster a culture of Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Kindness within the school community. In addition, the incumbent will prioritize, promote and safeguard the welfare of all ASD students, providing leadership in the school’s principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.

Candidate Profile

ASD encourages applications from individuals with a minimum of ten years of progressive HR leadership experience, ideally gained in diverse, multicultural, international school environments or not-for-profit organizations.

Applications will also be considered from candidates from a non-traditional HR background, particularly those who have held senior leadership roles (e.g., qualified and experienced principals) and possess the aptitude and competency to fulfill the requirements of the role.

A detailed job description can be accessed via the American School of Doha website , which captures the role, responsibilities, prerequisite qualifications, and experience required of candidates.

Salary Benefits

The salary and benefits package is attractive, comprising a competitive basic salary, tuition waiver for dependent children, housing, global medical insurance, an annual airfare allowance, and other generous benefits. There is currently no income tax in Qatar.

To Apply

Please click the Apply button to submit your formal application, which should include:

• A one page letter of application explaining your interest in the role;
• A current resume not to exceed two pages;
• A personal statement of HR leadership philosophy not to exceed two pages.
• The application closing date is October 10. Candidates are encouraged to submit applications prior allowing for the potential of an accelerated recruitment process should this be in the interest of the school.