Head of Strategy & Strategic Partnerships

Qataryello; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established government organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking a strategic leader to drive impactful initiatives across cultural, educational, and socio-economic domains. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in consulting, with a strong focus on stakeholder management and corporate strategy. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the entity's growth by developing compelling presentations and fostering a culture of learning and development within the team. This is a unique opportunity to influence positive change and contribute to the future of Abu Dhabi.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in consulting from a top-tier firm.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of strategic programs for portfolio growth.
• Support senior leadership in corporate strategy and stakeholder management.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Planning

Presentation Skills

Coaching and Mentoring

Relationship Building

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, or Public Policy

MBA or Relevant Master's Degree

Job description

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.

Responsibilities :

• Lead the design, development and execution of strategic programs to support the entity's portfolio growth.
• Support senior leadership in company-wide initiatives focusing on developing corporate strategy, organisation assessment, stakeholder management, and partnership development.
• Lead creation of compelling and informative presentations to inform and advise senior stakeholders on policy and strategic matters relevant to the entity's mandate.
• Build and foster a learning and development culture in the team through coaching, mentoring and performance management initiatives.

Minimum Requirements :

• Must have an undergraduate degree from a top-tier international university, preferably in the fields of economics, business administration, finance, or public policy.
• An MBA or relevant master's degree is strongly beneficial but not essential.
• Must have a minimum of 9 years' experience in consulting from an international strategy / management consulting firm, or a mix of strategy consulting and relevant industry experience.
• Experience in higher education, public policy making, or R&D / innovation is preferable.
• Highly motivated with the ability to influence stakeholders and build long-lasting relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written presentation skills.
• Ability to think outside the box to identify new opportunities and promote business growth.