Head of Human Resources

**About us**:
Doha College is a high-profile leading British International School in Qatar delivering a well-balanced, all-embracing English National Curriculum to students aged 3-18. The College was also the first High Performance Learning accredited school in the world. With 2,700 students and 400 staff, the school is a vibrant international community that subscribes to equal opportunities for all.

This is an exciting time for the school, having moved in 2020 to a brand new, 90,000m² state-of-the-art campus, amalgamating two previous sites and with confidence and aspirations for a promising period ahead.

**The opportunity**:
We are looking to appoint an experienced Head of Human Resources to join our team.

Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, the post holder will be responsible for having a key role in evolving the HR Strategy of Doha College whilst also ensuring the full and comprehensive delivery of all tactical HR generalist activities as required in an educational establishment in Qatar.

The post holder will lead on the implementation of an HR management system and be responsible for the Single Central Record.

**About you**:
It is crucial that the Head of HR knows what good policies and appropriate procedures look like and are able to ensure compliance with such policies across the whole College.

To be successful, you will be experienced, measured, highly professional and attentive to detail, and be able to balance effectively oversight with individual freedoms to deliver, quality assuring the work of the team members. You will be calm under pressure, able to demonstrate an ability to prioritise tasks, be highly motivated and personable, and be able to build strong relationships and communicate effectively with a range of different audiences. You would be expected to work flexible hours and working times to suit the needs of the business, though most days would run to a routine pattern.

We are a British international school and all of our lessons are taught in English. A high standard of written and spoken English is, therefore, essential.

**Qatar**:
A combination of old-world hospitality and cosmopolitan sophistication mean that Qatar is a country like no other, and its capital Doha is a city that has something for everyone. Performances, museums and galleries make for a captivating cultural scene; city hotspots such as the busy markets and the waterfront promenade are a great way to spend a day; there is a lively night-life that means that there is plenty to do when the sun goes down; the Pearl Qatar offers luxury and elegance; there are some breath-taking areas of natural beauty; and lovers of sport and adventure can enjoy numerous clubs and activities.

Whether you will be looking to move with your family or to come on your own, you are guaranteed a warm welcome.

**In return**:
Our salary and benefits package is recognised as one of the best in the Middle East. We also have a comprehensive induction and orientation programme, which allows new staff to effectively navigate the challenges that come with an international move. Valuing the importance of recruiting and retaining the best staff, the professional development offered at Doha College is significant.

**Please note**:Due to government requirements we can only consider applicants who are below 50 years old for this position.

**Apply**

Interviews will be by Zoom.
- As an equal opportunities employer, Doha College is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our students and wider society and leads to a cognitive diversity that promotes excellence in all areas._

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