Chief Specialist - External Relations - Leadership Affairs ( UAE National Only )

Roads and Transport Authority; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Roads and Transport Authority (Dubai) seeks a senior leader to oversee international partnerships, executive communications, and external relations. The role aligns with the Authority’s strategic priorities and international engagements, coordinating with DG/Chairman and senior officials.

You will shape leadership messaging, prepare executive materials, and manage international partnerships with governments and agencies, ensuring protocol and consistency in engagement outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Authority’s policies and directions for international partnerships and relationship management.
• Strengthen and expand the DG/Chairman’s strategic relationships with internal, local, regional, and international entities.
• Contribute to the development and execution of strategic leadership communication plans and content.
• Support strategic external communications and media operations with planning, monitoring, and reporting.
• Develop performance reports aligned with the Authority’s strategic direction for executive decision‑making.
• Manage the partnership category at RTA (International Partners) and evaluate performance.
• Identify and develop new initiatives aligned with strategic priorities and international engagement.
• Analyse and monitor International MoUs, coordinate action plans and approvals.
• Prepare executive reports, presentations, speeches, and talking points for the DG/Chairman.
• Prepare policies and frameworks for managing relationships with international stakeholders.

Job description

• Implement the Authority’s policies and directions for international partnerships and relationship management in line with the approved communication plan.
• Strengthen and expand the DG/Chairman’s strategic relationships with internal, local, regional, and international entities, ensuring alignment with the Authority’s strategic

objectives and priorities.

• Contribute to the development and execution of strategic leadership communication plans and content to project a consistent and distinguished leadership narrative.
• Support strategic external communications and media operations through effective planning, monitoring, scheduling, and analytical reporting of high-level engagements and events.
• Develop and prepare performance reports aligned with the Authority’s strategic direction to support evidence-based executive decision-making across external relations and partnership activities.
• Manage the partnership category at RTA (International Partners) and evaluate partnership performance and value realization.
• Identify and develop new initiatives for the department in line with the Authority’s strategic priorities and international engagement objectives.
• Analyze and monitor International MoUs with RTA, develop annual action plans, and coordinate with concerned agencies and sectors to ensure effective implementation.
• Determine the information and communication needs of international partners and establish suitable means to meet those needs efficiently.
• Participate in the development of the section’s annual plan and core business initiatives, ensuring alignment with the overall RTA strategic framework.
• Assist in preparing executive reports, presentations, speeches, and talking points for the DG/Chairman, ensuring strategic alignment and quality of content.
• Prepare and propose policies, processes, and frameworks for developing and managing relationships with international stakeholders and partners.

Operations

• Organize and manage official international delegations and visits at the Authority level, ensuring full compliance with protocol standards and procedures.
• Coordinate with local and federal authorities, embassies, and consulates to secure necessary approvals and manage logistics for official events and delegations.
• Identify, classify, and prepare partnership agreements with international entities while maintaining and regularly updating partner and agreement databases.
• Plan, organize, and oversee special events and visits for the DG/Chairman, ensuring accurate agenda development, briefing materials, and seamless execution.
• Manage the Authority’s memberships in international organizations and associations, monitor participation outcomes, and ensure alignment with institutional objectives.
• Coordinate Authority-wide external participations in conferences, forums, field visits, and project follow-ups, and obtain necessary approvals to host international events.
• Collaborate with the Dubai Protocol and Hospitality Department to ensure full compliance with official protocol standards and provide a distinguished guest experience.
• Prepare comprehensive briefing files for DG/Chairman meetings with international delegations, including bios, agendas, summaries, talking points, and seating plans.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with international officials, government representatives, and partner organizations.
• Prepare schedules, reports, and analyses of planned events to define the level of DG/Chairman participation and ensure proactive involvement in key events.
• Manage and evaluate international participation plans, delegation visit requests, and event hosting proposals, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and operational readiness.
• Manage communications with international partners and government entities to ensure continuity and effectiveness of relations.
• Develop and maintain a VIP list of key government officials and private-sector leaders relevant to RTA’s international activities.
• Prepare concise summary reports and post-event evaluations for all international activities and participations.
• Oversee and coordinate the planning, execution, and post-event reporting of the Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF) and related initiatives.
• Perform additional responsibilities associated with the position, as assigned, to support the Authority’s international relations and leadership objectives.

Product/Process Improvement

• Fulfill all reporting requirements to relevant government agencies and ensure adherence to all applicable rules, standards, and regulations.