Director Abu Dhabi Office 69935

Alberta; Abu Dhabi; On-site; CAD 111,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Alberta seeks a Director for its Abu Dhabi office to advance economic interests in the UAE and broader MENA region. The successful candidate will manage strategic relationships, lead trade initiatives, and promote Alberta’s investment potential, contributing significantly to its global trade presence.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Leadership and mentorship programs

Qualifications

• University degree preferred in Business or Economics.
• At least eight years of progressively responsible experience.
• Canadian Citizens only.

Responsibilities

• Lead Alberta's international engagement strategy in the UAE and MENA region.
• Build and manage strategic relationships with government and industry partners.
• Promote Alberta's strengths for investment and business opportunities.

Skills

Diplomacy

Problem Solving

Strategic Relationship Building

Agility

Education

University graduation in Business or Economics

Job description

Job Information
Job Title:Director Abu Dhabi Office
Job Requisition ID:69935
Ministry:Executive Council
Location:Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates
Full or PartTime:Full Time
Hours of Work:36.25hours per week
Permanent/Temporary:Temporary 4year contract)
Scope:Open Competition(Must be a Citizen of Canada)
Closing Date:April 24 2025
Classification:Management Senior Manager Zone 2
Salary: $4274.26 to $5427.68 biweekly $111558 $141662/year)
The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion please visit: Council works to ensure effective strategic planning and coordinated policy development and communications across government engages Albertans and the broader global community and promotes a vibrant and innovative public service.

In addition to policy protocol communications and Cabinet functions Executive Council includes Intergovernmental and International Relations which develops strategies on issues of importance to Alberta and Canada with its international partners clients and stakeholders to address challenges and grow opportunities. This unit also coordinates Albertas leadership and participation within the Canadian federation in pursuit of a federal system that best serves the needs of Albertans and Canadians.

For information about Executive Council visit Responsibilities

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for international business diplomacy and economic development Are you energized by the opportunity to live and work abroad build strategic relationships and make a meaningful impact on Albertas global presence
If so this is your opportunity to lead Albertas operations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region a diverse and dynamic part of the world rich with opportunity.
About the Role
As Director of Albertas Abu Dhabi Office youll be the Government of Albertas lead representative in the UAE and across MENA advancing Albertas economic interests strengthening trade relationships and attracting investment and talent to the province.
Based in Abu Dhabi and working closely with partners across Alberta and Canada youll help Alberta companies grow internationally uncover market opportunities and build strategic networks across key sectors like energy agriculture clean technology life sciences and transportation.
This role is much more than managing an office its about shaping Albertas global story and creating real economic results for Albertans.
What Youll Be Doing:

• Leading Albertas international engagement strategy in the UAE and MENA region.
• Building and managing strategic relationships with government industry investors and partners.
• Promoting Albertas strengths as a place to live invest study and do business.
• Identifying trade and investment opportunities and connecting Alberta companies to global markets.
• Providing leadership to a small dedicated team in Abu Dhabi.
• Managing operational planning budgeting and performance of the Alberta Abu Dhabi Office.
• Collaborating with Alberta ministries federal partners and investment agencies like Invest Alberta Corporation.
• Supporting inbound and outbound trade missions advocacy efforts and marketing initiatives.

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APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
Competencies for this role include:

• Systems Thinking: The work done in the APS is part of a larger integrated and inter related environment. It is important to know that work done in one part of the APS impacts a variety of other groups/projects inside and outside the APS. Systems Thinking allows us to keep broader impacts and connections in mind.
  
• Creative Problem Solving: Ability to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.
  
• Agility: Ability to anticipate assess and readily adapt to changing priorities maintain resilience in times of uncertainty and effectively work in a changing environment.
  
• Drive for Results: Knowing what outcomes are important and maximizing resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization while maintaining accountability to each other and external stakeholders.
  
• Develop Self and Others: A commitment to lifelong learning and the desire to invest in the development of the long term capability of yourself and others.
  
• Build Collaborative Environments: Leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.
  
• Developing Networks: Proactively building networks connecting and building trust in relationships with different stakeholders.

Qualifications

University graduation in a field related to the position assignment preferred degree with a focus in Business or Economics supplemented by eight years progressively responsible experience.
Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis. Preferred degree with a focus in International Business or Economics.
Canadian Citizenship REQUIRED.
Assets:

• A broad understanding of Albertas current economic drivers and priorities as well as political and social issues.
• Extensive related experience in international economic development and policy advocacy and networking to drive outcomes.
• An understanding of Albertas industry and networks and the Alberta value proposition for international trade promotion and investment attraction.
• Demonstrated capacity for building relationships with domestic and international businesses intergovernmental partners and other key stakeholders.
• Exceptional diplomacy skills in responding and dealing with sensitive and controversial matters and in representing the province at senior political business and social levels.
• Exposure and knowledge of business management and international business development principles and practices would be considered an asset.
• Proven success in managing complex issues and positively influencing outcomes.
• Exceptional verbal written listening and interpersonal communications skills.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
Refer to

The location of the position is based outside of Alberta and Canada. Successful candidates must be Canadian Citizens who must be eligible to work internationally.
Final candidates will be required to undergo Top Secret Federal Security Clearance screening.
Guidelines for Albertas Posted Staff (GAPS) forms part of the terms of employment for staff that the Government of Alberta (GoA) posts both domestically and internationally. The principle of GAPS is that an employee of the GoA who is posted should be placed in neither a more nor less favourable situation than would a public servant employee working in Alberta. More information can be found here: review GAPS for information regarding PostAllowance Relocation Payroll and Income Tax concerns.
Successful candidates must provide clearance to be medically fit for service abroad.
This competition will be used to fill fouryear contract fulltime position working 36.25 hours per week Monday to Friday.
For Internal candidates please note this is a contract position not a secondment or temporary assignment. You must seek approval from your home Ministry to hold your base position for the 4year term. These approvals must be in writing and signed off by the Deputy Minister for your base position.
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Outofprovince applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements including education experience and relevant examples of required competencies.
In your resume please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Please also indicate whether your work experience was parttime or example:January 15 2006 June 25 2009: Executive Director of Job Title (Full time)

Notes (Continued)

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service Employees Pension Plan (MEPP)
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information learning and development Alberta Public Service Careers tool
• Positive workplace culture and worklife balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
• Leadership and mentorship programs
  

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements including education experience and relevant examples of required competencies.
Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles for more information.
It is recommended applicants who have completed postsecondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process please contact Annie Oaat .

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