Khidmah is seeking an Assistant Vice President – Worker Welfare to lead the development and implementation of worker welfare practices across construction, operation, and maintenance projects. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in worker welfare management, particularly within the MENA region, and a strong understanding of international labor standards and UAE labor law. This full-time, on-site role involves extensive stakeholder engagement, compliance monitoring, and proactive risk management to ensure ethical labor practices are upheld throughout the organization’s operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement worker welfare controls during prequalification, tendering, and monitoring of contractors.

• Conduct and review risk assessments and monitoring activities, including worker interviews and site visits.

• Assign and revise risk ratings based on ongoing assessments and non-conformance reports.

• Maintain logs of grievances, non-conformances, and their resolution timelines.

• Generate and present monthly reports highlighting trends and required remedial actions.

• Engage internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, to drive worker welfare improvements.

• Promote best practices aligned with international frameworks (ILO Conventions, UN SDGs, Dhaka Principles).

Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum 8+ years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in the MENA region.

• Degree in HR Management, Social Work, or Community Development.

• Knowledge of UAE Labour Law and international labor welfare frameworks.

• Experience with major civil and construction projects.

• Proficiency in Excel, databases, and ERP systems (SAP Ariba/Oracle).

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.

• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high ethical and professional standards.

• Strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities.