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Employee Engagement Specialist

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Roles & Responsibilities

Job Title: Employee Engagement Specialist (Senior Level)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Employee Engagement Specialist (Senior Level) to lead the design and execution of comprehensive engagement strategies that foster a high-performance culture and strong employee connection. This role is responsible for developing engagement frameworks, managing internal communication plans, driving culture initiatives, and measuring their effectiveness. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in culture building, employee listening, and stakeholder engagement, with a track record of delivering measurable impact on morale, retention, and organizational alignment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and lead the organization’s employee engagement strategy, aligning with HR and business objectives.

  • Design, launch, and analyze employee engagement surveys, focus groups, and listening tools to gather actionable insights.

  • Collaborate with leadership to strengthen culture, values, and employee experience across all touchpoints.

  • Manage and oversee large-scale engagement campaigns, events, and internal communication initiatives.

  • Provide strategic recommendations based on data trends to improve team morale, retention, and productivity.

  • Partner with HRBPs, Talent Development, and DEI teams to align engagement with broader HR programs.

  • Monitor key engagement metrics and prepare executive-level reports and presentations.

  • Advise on change management communications, especially during periods of transition or transformation.

  • Lead initiatives related to recognition programs, leadership communications, and wellness strategies.

  • Act as a cultural ambassador, guiding leaders and teams in sustaining a positive and inclusive workplace environment.

Key Focus Areas

  • Strategic engagement planning and execution

  • Culture building and internal branding

  • Advanced survey design and data analytics

  • Stakeholder partnership and executive reporting

  • Cross-functional alignment with HR programs

  • Change communication and employee advocacy

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Communications, or related field

  • 6–8+ years of progressive experience in employee engagement, organizational development, or internal communications

  • Proven expertise in designing and managing engagement programs in medium to large organizations

  • Strong analytical and project management skills; proficiency in tools like CultureAmp, Glint, or Qualtrics

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization

  • Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional initiatives and advising senior leaders

  • Deep understanding of employee lifecycle, organizational culture, and modern workplace trends

Job Detail
  • Work Type: Full Time
  • Languages to be known :
  • Country: United Arab Emirates
  • City: Dubai
  • Job Category : General Administration Management