Senior Specialist Transportation Policies and Planning

Road and Transport, RTA Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai seeks a Senior Specialist to develop and improve transportation policies and plans. This pivotal role focuses on policy analysis, coordination with stakeholders, and aligning with Dubai's mobility objectives. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience and advanced degrees in relevant fields, contributing to the sustainable multimodal transport plans of the region.

Benefits

Competitive salary and full government benefits

Opportunities to lead transportation policy initiatives

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 11 years of experience in transportation planning or transport policy development.
• Strong expertise in transportation planning and modeling.
• Proficiency in transportation modeling software and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, prepare, and present technical transportation policy reports.
• Identify transportation issues and propose innovative policy solutions.
• Manage transport policy studies ensuring alignment with Dubai's strategic transport vision.

Skills

Transportation planning

Analytical skills

Communication

Technical presentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Urban Planning

Job description

Senior Specialist Transportation Policies and Planning

Job Title
Senior Specialist Transportation Policies and Planning
Job Description
Senior Specialist Transportation Policies and Planning


The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai is seeking a Senior Specialist to support the development, management, and improvement of transportation policies and strategic plans. This role is critical for analyzing transportation issues, proposing solutions, and ensuring alignment with Dubai s long-term mobility objectives.


Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Government Administration

Function: Civil Engineering

Salary: AED 36,000 to AED 46,000 Estimated monthly

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: All Nationalities (Priority for UAE Nationals)

Candidate Current Location: Any


Job Overview


The Senior Specialist Transportation Policies and Planning will be responsible for conducting technical analyses, managing policy studies, preparing transport policy reports, and contributing to the development of sustainable multimodal transport plans. The role requires expertise in transportation planning, policy formulation, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.


Key Responsibilities


- Analyze, prepare, and present technical transportation policy information and reports

- Identify transportation issues and propose innovative policy solutions

- Prepare terms of reference and tender documents for transport policy studies

- Manage transport policy studies ensuring alignment with Dubai s strategic transport vision

- Conduct benchmarking studies on local and international transport policies

- Develop specialized studies on internal transport systems within Dubai and neighboring emirates

- Support the selection and evaluation of transport policies based on RTA strategies and objectives

- Contribute to updating Dubai s Sustainable Multimodal Transport System Plan

- Provide technical assistance to section management on policy development and legislative matters

- Analyze monitoring data from RTA entities regarding policy implementation and recommend corrective actions

- Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the direct manager


Required Skills and Experience


Education:

- Bachelor s Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Transportation Planning, or Urban Planning from a recognized university

- Master s Degree in Urban Planning or Transportation Planning preferred


Experience:

- Minimum 11 years of experience in transportation planning, transport policy development, or related fields


Skills:

- Strong expertise in transportation planning and modeling

- In-depth knowledge of transportation policies and strategic mobility frameworks

- Strong analytical and reporting skills

- Ability to manage technical studies and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams

- Excellent communication and technical presentation abilities

- Proficiency in transportation modeling software and data analysis tools


What We Offer


- Competitive salary and full government benefits

- Opportunities to lead key transportation policy initiatives

- Professional development in urban mobility planning and transport policy design

- Collaborative and innovation-driven work environment

- Exposure to Dubai s strategic transportation and smart mobility projects

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