Our client a leading organization in the Oil & Gas sector is seeking an experienced Competency Framework Specialist to design and implement a comprehensive competency framework tailored to technical and support function roles. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in competency modeling preferable within the energy pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry and a deep understanding of workforce development and performance alignment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a structured competency framework for technical functional and support function roles specific to oil & gas operations.
- Conduct job profiling and job analysis for upstream downstream and support functions.
- Align the framework with HR systems including performance management recruitment L&D and career progression.
- Identify skills gaps and competency development needs across operational and engineering roles.
- Work with subject matter experts and department heads to ensure technical accuracy and role relevance.
- Develop and deploy tools to assess individual and team competency levels.
- Support integration of competencies into training plans and succession strategies.
- Conduct workshops and awareness sessions to promote competency-based practices.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Human Resources Organizational Development or Engineering.
- 68 years of experience with at least 35 years in the Oil & Gas pharmaceutical or manufacturing sector.
- Strong experience in designing competency frameworks and job competency mapping.
- Familiarity with Avilar Employee Competency Model or Oil & Gas-specific models.
- Proficient in using HR systems and digital tools for competency management.
- Hands-on experience with Analytical tools such Power Bi Tableau etc.
- Strong facilitation communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Preferred:
- Certification in job evaluation competency modeling (e.g. Korn Ferry SHL Hay Group).
- Exposure to large-scale Oil & Gas operations (E&P drilling refining or oilfield services).
- Bilingual (English essential; Arabic an asset).