Manager Stakeholder Management

Abu Dhabi Ports; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Abu Dhabi Ports is seeking a senior stakeholder management leader to identify and engage key internal and external stakeholders, align strategies with EC&FZ cluster objectives, and advocate priorities at regulatory meetings and conferences. You will manage cross-functional teams to optimize engagement, performance, and collaboration across departments.

The role requires extensive relationship management, strategic planning, and 8–10 years of relevant experience, with strong English communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public relations, communications or related field.
• Master's degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify key internal and external stakeholders and align expectations with EC&FZ cluster strategy.
• Represent EC&FZ at regulatory meetings and stakeholder conferences to advocate priorities and strengthen partnerships.
• Deliver regular reports to senior management on engagement activities and outcomes.

Skills

Stakeholder mgmt

Relationship mgmt

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Core Responsibilities

Identify key internal and external stakeholders analyze interests and align expectations with EC amp FZ cluster strategy Represent EC amp FZ at regulatory meetings and stakeholder conferences to advocate for key priorities and strengthen partnerships Review analyze and incorporate stakeholder feedback into organizational strategies to improve alignment and outcomes Act as the primary point of contact for major stakeholders ensuring their needs and concerns are addressed effectively Develop direct effective execution and conduct regular evaluation of stakeholder programs and initiatives Maintain strong and long-lasting relationships with key stakeholders and participate in meetings events and forums to foster engagement and gather feedback Deliver regular reports to senior management on the cluster s engagement activities performance and recommendation plans Lead cross-functional team to streamline processes and implement best practices to drive operational excellence

People Management Responsibilities

Plan the operating needs of the department and obtain requisite approvals Manage the team under the Stakeholder Management by evaluating the performance of team members providing feedback on an ongoing basis identifying development needs and coaching them to ensure ongoing development capability Conduct training for the department team on various aspects on which the role-holder has subject matter expertise

Strategic Responsibilities

Participate in developing and implementing stakeholder management strategies in line with the EC amp FZ cluster long-term goals and objectives Develop stakeholder mapping and management plan to ensure proactive communication and engagement Ensure that stakeholder management strategies are aligned with overall business objectives fostering mutually beneficial relationships that drive EC amp FZ growth Lead the strategic assessment of potential risks related to stakeholder relationships and develop robust mitigation plans to safeguard organizational interests Prepare the department budgets and business strategies in accordance with the ECFZ strategy to ensure the development of an integrated approach Collaborate with internal departments including marketing legal and operations to ensure partnerships align with EC amp FZ goals

Educational and Technical Qualifications

Bachelor s degree in business administration, Public Relations, Communications, or related field. Master s degree is a plus

Language Skills

Excellent English. Arabic is an added advantage

Years of Experience

A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in a similar role

Nature of Experience

Experience in stakeholder management, relationship management, or a related field, experience leading or supervising teams is preferred. Experience working with government entities, regulatory bodies, and/or large corporate organizations. Good understanding of stakeholder engagement strategies and relationship management best practices. Experience in building and maintaining relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders, ensuring strong collaboration and alignment with organizational goals.