Head - Studies and Research - UAE National

Ministry of Community Empowerment; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Community Empowerment seeks an experienced Head of Studies & Research to lead the research function and support evidence-based decision-making. You will oversee research initiatives, budget management, and cross‑institution collaboration to deliver high-quality studies aligned with organizational goals.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and data analytics capabilities to drive benchmarking, feasibility studies, and policy guidance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree with 6+ years in benchmarking, feasibility studies and data analytics.
• Certifications in organizational excellence, strategic management, innovation or leadership preferred.
• Strong leadership, analytical, research and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Studies & Research Section.
• Develop and implement the department's strategic and operational plans.
• Conduct benchmarking studies, perform data analysis, and develop feasibility studies.
• Prepare and oversee annual research plans, including short-, medium-, and long-term studies.
• Conduct and supervise technical, analytical, and sector-specific research.
• Establish and maintain research databases and knowledge repositories.
• Collaborate with universities, research institutions, and industry experts.
• Monitor KPIs and prepare performance reports; manage the department's budget and resources.
• Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure research outputs align with organizational priorities and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Research

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Head of Studies & Research to lead our research function and support evidence-based decision-making. The successful candidate will oversee research initiatives, develop departmental strategies, manage budgets, and collaborate with key stakeholders to deliver high-quality studies that support organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Studies & Research Section
• Develop and implement the department's strategic and operational plans
• Conduct benchmarking studies, perform data analysis, and develop feasibility studies to support strategic initiatives, policy formulation, and evidence-based decision-making
• Prepare and oversee annual research plans, including short-, medium-, and long-term studies
• Conduct and supervise technical, analytical, and sector-specific research
• Establish and maintain research databases and knowledge repositories
• Collaborate with universities, research institutions, and industry experts
• Monitor departmental KPIs and prepare performance reportsManage the department's budget and resources
• Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure research outputs align with organizational priorities and best practices

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree / Master's Degree with 6 years' experience in Benchmarking, Feasibility Studies & Data Analytic
• Professional certifications in organizational excellence, strategic management, innovation, or leadership are preferred
• Strong leadership, analytical, research, and project management skill