Diversity and Inclusion Officer

Job OBJECTIVES: Summary of overall job purpose

Responsible for implementing, and managing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategies and initiatives that foster a respectful, inclusive, and equitable workplace across all functions and locations of the organization. The role is responsible for promoting cultural competence, ensuring fair employment practices, and supporting employee engagement and belonging within a diverse workforce.

Day-to-day operations:

• Support the development and execution of the company’s diversity and inclusion strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and local labor regulations.
• Draft and maintain DEI (Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion) policies, inclusive language guidelines, and anti-discrimination protocols.
• Establish measurable diversity KPIs and integrate them into HR dashboards.
• Design and deliver D&I training programs (e.g., unconscious bias, inclusive leadership).
• Facilitate workshops, campaigns, and observance of key cultural or inclusion days.
• Partner with L&D teams to embed inclusion into leadership development.
• Act as an internal advisor to leadership, HR, and department heads on DEI-related issues.
• Monitor compliance with national regulations (e.g., UAE Emiratization).
• Track and address workplace discrimination or harassment complaints in collaboration with HR and Legal.
• Analyze demographic data and trends across recruitment, promotion, and retention.
• Report progress on diversity metrics to senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Benchmark internal diversity practices against industry and global standards.
• Engage with external diversity forums or regulatory bodies as needed.
• Coordinate with Talent Acquisition team to embed inclusive hiring practices.

Key Competencies:

A: Language skills:

• Must be fluent in English.
• Knowledge of Arabic Language and other additional languages are added advantage.

B: Technical competencies:

• Strong knowledge of employee relations principles, practices, and employment laws.
• Strong knowledge of diversity and labor regulations in the UAE.
• Excellent knowledge and experience with data analysis, policy development, and training facilitation.
• Analytical and reporting skills (Power BI / Excel / HRIS tools)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Sociology, Psychology, or related field