Senior Strategy Director : Prestigious Education Institution

Michael Page; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Strategy Director to lead strategic initiatives at its Abu Dhabi campus. This prestigious role involves overseeing governance participation and developing a long-term vision aligned with UAE educational goals. The ideal candidate will have over 20 years of experience, including significant senior management and international consulting expertise, and a deep understanding of global higher education trends. Join a dynamic government organization focused on creating sustainable social impact and make a meaningful contribution to the educational landscape in the UAE.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary

Entrepreneurial environment

Focus on sustainable social impact

Qualifications

• 20+ years' experience with 10+ years in senior management.
• Strong mix of international management consulting and higher education exposure.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic initiatives for the Abu Dhabi campus aligning with UAE goals.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders and government entities.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

International Management Consulting

Geopolitical Awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

MBA/PhD

Job description

We seek a highly experienced Senior Strategy Director to lead the engagement with the prestigious academic institution's Abu Dhabi campus. Reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer, you will oversee governance participation, develop long-term vision, align strategic direction with UAE relevance, and manage the annual budget. This high-profile role demands strong leadership and strategic acumen to ensure the continued success of this elite institution. Client Details This is a government organisation exploring a broad range of new cultural, educational and socio-economic strategic initiatives for Abu Dhabi to create a lasting impact. Description * Provide timely, insightful reports, robust analyses, and well-founded recommendations to senior leadership. * Proactively manage the Abu Dhabi campus's strategic initiatives and priorities, aligning with our objectives and the UAE's educational goals. * Lead strategic analyses related to the Abu Dhabi campus, identifying opportunities for growth and impact. * Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders at the prestigious academic institution and its Abu Dhabi campus. * Build and maintain effective relationships with UAE government and private sector entities, and relevant international organisations. * Maintain a deep understanding of global higher education trends. * Effectively manage and develop the strategy team. Job Offer * Competitive tax-free salary and package * Unique opportunity to be a part of an entrepreneurial environment within a government entity with a focus on creating sustainable social impact.

* Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (essential); MBA/PhD (advantageous). * 20+ years' related experience, with 10+ years in senior management. * Preference given to candidates who possess strong mix of international management consulting experience, combined with extensive professional exposure and/or personal interest in the higher education sector. * Proven success managing relationships with senior government stakeholders. * Experience and interest in the geopolitics of the Gulf and MENA regions.