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SAP Reports to : Regional Head of People & Culture Overview
The Senior Health, Safety & Wellbeing Specialist leads the design and delivery of programs that support employee health, safety, and wellbeing across the MENA. This role ensures compliance with local legislation, aligns with SAP’s global standards, and integrates wellbeing into the overall employee experience. Combining strategy, compliance, and people-focused programming, the role helps shape a resilient, safe, and high-performing workplace. This role sits in the Head of People & Culture office for MENA. Key Responsibilities
Program Strategy & Delivery : Develop and deliver health, safety, and wellness programs tailored to evolving workforce needs (e.g., hybrid work, psychological safety, burnout) and align programs with SAP’s People Strategy and Global Health & Safety Management Standard. Regulatory Compliance & Risk : Ensure compliance with all relevant MENA legislation, with support from legal team. Track regulatory changes and where relevant update policies, processes, and training (or support these updates across other functions). Governance & Committees : Lead MENA Health & Safety Councils; run quarterly meetings and drive follow-up actions. Support joint health and safety committees where required by law. Communication & Collaboration : Drive awareness campaigns that foster a culture of wellbeing. Facilitate health and safety awareness to employees and managers where relevant. Collaborate with Total Rewards and Facilities to embed inclusive wellbeing into the employee journey. Act as a trusted advisor and escalation point for H&S concerns. Budget & Vendor Management : Manage the health & safety budget and oversee vendors for mental health and safety programming. Skills & Attributes
Strong self-starter with a track record of resolving complex issues. Skilled in project management, with the ability to lead from concept to delivery. Excellent communicator, able to influence senior leaders and adapt to different audiences. Strategic, data-driven thinker who can connect compliance, culture, and outcomes. Comfortable shifting between high-level planning and hands-on implementation. Preferred Experience & Knowledge
Understanding of MENA health & safety frameworks and legislation. Experience in HR, employee experience, or workplace operations. Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and running councils or committees. Familiarity with mental health strategies and inclusive wellness. Budgeting and vendor management experience. Additional Focus Areas
Collaborate with global teams to align local efforts with global standards. Advise on the health & safety implications of hybrid work models. Use data and insights to continuously improve safety and wellbeing outcomes. Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and / or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying and need accommodation or special assistance, please email Recruiting Operations Team : SAP is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in accordance with applicable laws. Successful candidates may be required to undergo background verification with an external vendor. AI Usage in the Recruitment Process : For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our Guidelines for Ethical Usage of AI in the Recruiting Process. Violations may result in disqualification from the hiring process. Requisition ID : | Work Area : Administration | Expected Travel : 0 - 10% | Career Status : Professional | Employment Type : Regular Full Time
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