Head of Talent Acquisition / HR Manager / Talent Acquisition Specialist

Role Description The Head of Talent Acquisition / HR Manager / Talent Acquisition Specialist will lead end-to-end recruitment and talent strategies to support the growth of ourislam’s channel and operations. This part-time, hybrid role is based in Abu Dhabi, with a combination of on-site collaboration and flexible work-from-home arrangements. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing hiring processes, coordinating job postings, sourcing candidates, screening applications, conducting interviews, and overseeing graduate recruitment initiatives. The role also involves developing employer branding activities, maintaining inclusive HR practices, supporting onboarding, and advising on workforce planning to ensure alignment with the channel’s mission and values. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with leadership and content teams to build a diverse, capable, and mission-driven workforce.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Hiring and Recruiting skills, including managing end-to-end recruitment cycles and talent pipelines.
• Candidates should possess experience in Employer Branding, with the ability to promote ourislam as a values-driven, inclusive, and engaging place to contribute.
• Candidates should possess Interviewing and candidate assessment skills, ensuring fair, structured, and competency-based selection processes.
• Candidates should possess Graduate Recruitment experience, including outreach to emerging talent and early-career professionals.
• Experience in HR management, including onboarding, basic employee relations, and maintaining confidential records.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse, multicultural environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical practices, non-discrimination, and respect for different backgrounds and perspectives.
• Familiarity with Islamic values and contemporary social issues is beneficial; prior experience in media, non-profit, or community-focused organizations is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.