VP Strategic Planning and Performance Management

Michael Page; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking a VP of Strategic Planning & Performance Management. This role involves developing and executing strategic plans, establishing performance frameworks, and leading a team to drive organizational success. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background and significant experience in consulting and the utilities sector.

Benefits

Competitive, tax-free salary

Unique opportunity to play a strategic role

Qualifications

• Strong academic background with a Master's degree.
• Proven track record in international consulting within the Middle East.
• Experience in utilities sector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and performance management processes.
• Develop business cases for strategic investments.
• Collaborate with finance and operations for alignment.

Skills

Strategy development

KPI

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration

Master's degree in Finance

Master's degree in Economics

Job description

As the VP Strategic Planning & Performance Management, you will be a key member of the senior leadership team, responsible for leading the development and execution of the organisation's strategic plan and establishing a robust performance management framework.

Client Details

Well established and highly successful organisation in Abu Dhabi, competing at an international scale.

Description
Leading the strategic planning process, facilitating strategic dialogues across business units and functions to align objectives and priorities with company vision

Developing and maintaining a comprehensive strategic roadmap, identifying key growth opportunities and assessing potential risks and challenges

Overseeing the development of robust business cases to support strategic investments and initiatives, ensuring thorough financial and operational analysis

Establishing and driving a comprehensive performance management framework, including the definition of key performance indicators (KPIs), target setting and performance monitoring mechanisms

Leading a team of professionals within the strategic planning and performance management function, fostering a high-performance culture and supporting their professional development

Collaborating closely with finance, operations, and other key stakeholders to ensure alignment between strategic objectives and operational execution

Presenting strategic plans and performance reports to the executive leadership team and the board of directors


Profile
A strong academic background, ideally with a Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field

A proven track record of success working for an international consulting firm within the Middle East. The ideal candidate will have a blend of both consulting and in-house industry strategic planning experience

Highly desirable sector experience within the utilities industry, demonstrating a strong understanding of the sector's dynamics and challenges

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights

A hands-on, proactive approach and a demonstrated ability to both develop strategy and drive implementation

Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience in managing and developing a team

Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership through your story telling expertise


Job Offer
Competitive, tax-free salary

Unique opportunity to play a strategic role within a growing entity in the UAE

Skills

Strategy development
KPI
Stakeholder engagement
Project management
Analytical thinking
Problem solving