Manager HRIS and Analytics

Job title

Manager HRIS and Analytics

Grade

 

Company

OQ SAOC

Function

People and Culture – Total Rewards & HRIS

Location

Oman – Muscat

Budget control

*OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant*

Reporting to

Head of Total Rewards & HRIS

Direct reports

2

Job purpose

The HRIS and Analytics Manager will lead the management, optimization, and integration of the Human Resource Information System (HRIS) while providing comprehensive HR reporting and analytics. This role is crucial for leveraging technology and data to enhance HR processes, improve decision-making, and support organizational objectives.

Leading the preparation, development, implementation and update of core HR business processes and service excellence solutions that align with strategy and technical priorities.

The holder will act in accordance with the Group’s Aspiration and Values, as well as, policies, guidelines, and standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards.

 

The scope of HRIS covers the OQ Group in line with the IDS scope and the HR reporting covers the consolidated reporting of OQ Group.

Main tasks and responsibilities

 

HRIS Management

  • Oversee the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the HRIS.
  • Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Manage system upgrades and enhancements in collaboration with IT.
  • Executes and organizes HRIS software, databases, and related systems.
  • Ensure the HRIS meets the needs of People and other stakeholders.
  • Assist when is required, with projects / program perspective and support in solving problems which might have impact on the program.
  • Coordinate the projects and their interdependencies between the various projects and programs in the program.

Data Management

  • Maintain and ensure the accuracy and integrity of People data, including employee records, compensation information, and performance metrics.
  • Develop data validation and quality control processes.
  • Maintain data integrity in systems by regularly analyzing data.
  • Collect, analyze, and maintain accurate employee data, ensuring timely updates to the HRIS.
  • Develop and enforce data entry standards and protocols.

Process Automation

  • Automate HR processes during the employee life cycle that covers onboarding, payroll, benefits administration, rewards and recognition, performance management, Travel Management, employee experience…etc.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements through technology and digitalization.
  • Design as user friendly process that satisfy the stakeholders needs.

Reporting and Analytics

  • Generate custom reports and provide data analytics to support People and management decision-making.
  • Design, generate, and present HR reports and dashboards that provide insights on key HR metrics.
  • Tracking and monitoring progress and escalating business risks where appropriate.
  • Utilize data analytics to identify trends and support strategic initiatives

System Enhancements

  • Collaborate with IT or vendors to implement system upgrades and enhancements.
  • Customize HRIS features to align with People and organizational requirements.
  • Oversee all system upgrades and system additions in partnership with (IT) department.

 

Compliance

  • Ensure HRIS compliance with data privacy regulations and industry standards.
  • Support management on structural policy matters related to the HRIS.
  • Ensure HRIS and reporting practices comply with labor laws and organizational policies.
  • Maintain documentation for compliance audits and reporting

User Support

  • Provide training and support to People and other users of the HRIS.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for HRIS-related inquiries and troubleshooting Design user-friendly processes, guidelines, and documentation.

Integration

  • Work on integrating HRIS with other business systems.
  • Ensure there is no duplication in solution implementation

Process Improvement

  • Identify opportunities to streamline People processes and increase efficiency through automation.
  • Implement best practices in HRIS usage and data management.
  • Keep track of industry best practices, tools, and methodologies for Program Management.
  • Create an environment for generating further ideas and projects by using different communication and ideation methods (workshops, driving campaigns for certain focus topics, communications)
  • Be an initiative-taking shepherd of all the projects, demand execution and input from the respective project owners.

Stakeholders’ relations

  • Executing and completing assigned HRIS Project plans and ensuring key milestones are identified and communicated to key stakeholders.
  • Clearly and concisely presenting and communicating key people data to People colleagues and other stakeholders in a timely and consistent manner.
  • Deliver assigned tasks for the communication among OQ and related with HRIS projects and ensure proper understanding of the programs, adherence to plans and timely coordination across the teams.

 

Key interactions

Internal: P&T Corporate – Corporate Functions. – People leaders and HRIS across all assets.

External: OIA, MoL, SPF, Contractors, Vendors & Suppliers

Notable Working Conditions. Office environment, intensive computer screen use, travel and visits to operation sites.

Education requirements

Bachelor's degree in HR or MIS (Information systems) or related discipline required.

Language

Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken Arabic and English (Essentially required)

 

Background and experience

Competencies and skills

  • 12+ years of relevant experience with minimum 5 years’ experience in SAP and HR reporting and analytics.
  • Professional experience SAP’s HCM models and SuccessFactors.
  • Experience working developing AI and RPA concepts and implementation
  • Experience in leading HRIS project from concept through the change management and continuous improvement.

 

Soft:

  • Ability to engage and manage complex stakeholder relations
  • Highly organized, detailed oriented and able to work independently.
  • Ability to work with and influence a multi discipline teams across People & Technology and the business.
  • Strong communication and analytical skills, including verbal and written.
  • Well-developed sense of ethics and being prepared to stand for their own principles.
  • Out-of-the-box thinker and a hands-on Workday and ServiceNow expert (if applicable) continuously
  • Skilled in demonstrating innovation and creativity by continually improving internal processes.
  • Strong problem solving/analytical skills with attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
  • Able to work in a dynamic organization by balancing multiple priorities.

 

Technical:

  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • HRIS applications
  • Proficient in Excel, Power Bi and managing data.
  • Effective presentation skills for communicating the strategic story behind HR data with the ability to interpret complex data sets
  • expert in human resources management systems.
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and data integrity.
  • data collection and analyzes
  • Detail and process-oriented leader, able to partner with non-technical customers and partners to understand user needs and translate needs into technical requirements.
  • Able to effectively partner with IT and non-technical customers to understand user needs and translate needs into technical process and configuration requirements.
  • Thorough understanding of and experience with the system development life cycle.
  • Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management. 
Job Req ID:  56117
Date:  Nov 11, 2024
Location: 

Muscat, OM

Entity:  OQ SAOC
Business Unit:  People, Technology & Culture
Division:  People
Country/Region:  OM