Senior Stakeholder Engagement Strategist

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Dubai is seeking a Senior Specialist in Stakeholder Management to develop and implement strategic engagement initiatives across public and private sectors. You will lead stakeholder mapping, design communications plans, and drive cross-functional alignment with government entities, communities, and partners.

Responsibilities include managing risks, delivering reports to executive leadership, and staying abreast of industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications or related field; Masters preferred
• 7 years of experience in stakeholder management or related field
• Proven track record of successful stakeholder engagement strategies
• Experience in managing complex multi-stakeholder projects
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution abilities
• Advanced project management skills
• Proficiency in stakeholder mapping and analysis techniques
• Expertise in risk management and strategic planning
• Outstanding presentation and facilitation skills
• Proficiency in stakeholder management software and tools
• Understanding of corporate governance and sustainability practices
• Knowledge of industry regulations and best practices in stakeholder engagement
• Professional certifications in stakeholder management or project management (e.g. PMI-RMP PRINCE2) are a plus
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment
• Willingness to travel within the UAE and internationally as required

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive stakeholder management strategies to support organizational objectives
• Identify analyze and prioritize key stakeholders including internal and external parties
• Lead stakeholder mapping exercises and maintain up-to-date stakeholder databases
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholder groups including government entities community organizations and business partners
• Design and implement effective communication plans to keep stakeholders informed and engaged
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent stakeholder messaging and alignment
• Conduct regular stakeholder analysis and provide insights to senior management for informed decision-making
• Manage and mitigate stakeholder-related risks and issues
• Organize and facilitate stakeholder meetings workshops and events
• Develop and deliver stakeholder engagement reports and presentations to executive leadership
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in stakeholder management

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Stakeholder analysis

Risk management

Presentation facilitation

Multicultural collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/ Communications or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Stakeholder management software

Job description

AECOM in Dubai is seeking a Senior Specialist in Stakeholder Management to develop and implement strategic engagement initiatives across public and private sectors. You will lead stakeholder mapping, design communications plans, and drive cross-functional alignment with government entities, communities, and partners.

Responsibilities include managing risks, delivering reports to executive leadership, and staying abreast of industry best practices.