Dubai Economic Strategy Advisor for Global Growth

Dubai Chambers; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Dubai Chambers in Dubai seeks an experienced Senior Economic Advisor to join our Strategy & Economic Development team. You will deliver forward-looking economic insights, support Dubai’s global competitiveness, and advise senior leadership on trends shaping regional policy.

The role involves in-depth analysis of international trade, market monitoring, and preparing reports and dashboards. You will engage with government entities and international partners to shape recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Public Policy, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred; PhD is a plus for senior-level positioning.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to Senior Management on economic matters, trends, and policy implications.
• Provide forward-looking insights to support strategic priorities, including Dubai’s D33 agenda and international expansion.
• Contribute to shaping economic narratives and positioning Dubai as a global business hub.
• Conduct in-depth research on global and regional economic trends, trade flows, and sector developments.
• Develop economic reports, briefs, and dashboards to support executive decision-making.
• Analyze the impact of economic policies, regulations, and global shifts on Dubai’s competitiveness.
• Support the development of policy recommendations in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Engage with government entities, international partners, and research institutions on economic topics.
• Contribute to consultations, forums, and economic working groups.
• Monitor key markets where Dubai Chambers operates (40+ international offices).
• Provide insights on investment opportunities, trade corridors, and emerging sectors.
• Support forecasting exercises and scenario planning.
• Prepare high-quality presentations, reports, and briefing notes directly for Senior Management.
• Support Senior Management in strategic meetings, committees, and high-level engagements.
• Translate complex economic data into clear, actionable insights for executive decision-making.
• Build internal knowledge on economic trends and best practices.
• Contribute to thought leadership publications and reports issued by Dubai Chambers.
• Support the alignment of Dubai Chambers’ initiatives with national economic strategies (e.g., D33, UAE Centennial 2071).
• Ensure economic insights are embedded across sector strategies and international office priorities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Public Policy, or related field

Master’s degree preferred; PhD is a plus for senior-level positioning

Job description

Dubai Chambers in Dubai seeks an experienced Senior Economic Advisor to join our Strategy & Economic Development team. You will deliver forward-looking economic insights, support Dubai’s global competitiveness, and advise senior leadership on trends shaping regional policy.

The role involves in-depth analysis of international trade, market monitoring, and preparing reports and dashboards. You will engage with government entities and international partners to shape recommendations.