Strategic Planning and Institutional Performance Executive

Dubai Careers - A Smart Dubai Initiative; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department is seeking qualified professionals for a role supporting strategic planning and institutional excellence. You will help activate, implement, and monitor strategic plans and performance initiatives to align with Dubai Government Excellence Program standards.

You will work with data systems like Cubes, prepare reports, and assist in operational planning and KPI development across departments. Strong English and Arabic communication are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Strategic Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Project Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of practical experience in strategic planning, institutional performance management, and/or initiatives management and monitoring.
• Experience in developing and monitoring operational and strategic plans.
• Knowledge of performance indicators and executive reporting.
• Experience with Cubes or similar performance systems.

Responsibilities

• Support updating the institutional strategy and operational plans with units.
• Monitor progress of strategic initiatives and prepare periodic reports.
• Oversee data quality and updates of performance indicators.
• Manage performance data on Cubes or similar systems.
• Prepare institutional performance reports and corrective actions.
• Assist in preparing plans and performance indicators linked to strategic objectives.
• Contribute to Dubai Government Excellence Program submissions and studies.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Performance Management

Project Management

Arabic & English Fluency

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Strategic Management

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Cubes

Document Management System

Job description

Job Description

The Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department ("the Department") seeks to attract qualified professionals to work in the field of strategic support for the Strategic Planning and Institutional Excellence Office, in accordance with the approved regulations and procedures.

The Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department ("the Department") seeks to attract qualified professionals to work in the field of strategic support for the Strategic Planning and Institutional Excellence Office, in accordance with the approved regulations and procedures.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Perform daily tasks and provide executive support to the Strategic Planning and Institutional Excellence Office team in activating, implementing, and achieving the requirements of strategic planning, institutional performance management, operational planning, and institutional initiatives management systems. This includes ensuring their effective operation, sustainability, and alignment with the Dubai Government Excellence Program requirements, as well as the priorities and directions of the Government of Dubai. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Support the updating of the institutional strategy, specialized strategies, and operational plans in coordination with organizational units.
• Follow up on the development, alignment, documentation, and implementation of strategic initiatives and projects; monitor achievement rates and deviations; and prepare periodic progress reports.
• Monitor the development and availability of strategic and operational performance indicator data, ensuring data quality, accuracy, and regular updates.
• Manage and update performance, plans, and initiatives data on the Cubes system and/or other systems implemented within the Department.
• Prepare and analyze institutional performance reports and follow up with organizational units on the preparation of corrective and enhancement plans.
• Monitor the implementation of improvement and development plans by organizational units, take the necessary actions, and submit related reports to the Department’s leadership.
• Support the preparation of reports, studies, and analyses related to institutional performance and the achievement of strategic plans.
• Assist organizational units in preparing operational plans and performance indicators and linking them to strategic objectives.
• Contribute to the preparation of Dubai Government Excellence Program submissions, as well as studies and reports related to strategic planning and institutional performance systems and standards at all levels.
• Utilize artificial intelligence applications and digital analytics tools for data analysis, report preparation, and trend forecasting.
• Contribute to documenting institutional knowledge and best practices related to strategic planning and institutional performance management.

Administrative Duties and Responsibilities

• Comply with the use of the Tawqeet system to document all tasks and activities completed on a daily basis, in accordance with the applicable policies and procedures.
• Prepare a weekly report covering all assigned cases/transactions and the actions taken, in accordance with the relevant instructions.
• Adhere to all departmental work procedures related to the Tawtheeq (Document Management System).
• Comply with the Department's approved Information Security policies.
• Adhere to all departmental circulars and regulations related to attendance and working hours to ensure assigned duties are completed with the required timeliness, quality, and efficiency.

Qualifications

Academic Qualifications and Professional Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Strategic Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Project Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional certifications in Strategic Planning, Institutional Performance Management, or Performance Indicators Management are preferred.
• 3–5 years of practical experience in strategic planning, institutional performance management, and/or initiatives management and monitoring.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and monitoring operational and strategic plans.
• Experience in developing and monitoring performance indicators and preparing executive reports.
• Experience in using performance management systems such as Cubes or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of the Dubai Government Excellence Program and institutional performance management methodologies.
• Knowledge of Dubai Government priorities and strategic directions.
• Previous experience within a government entity or a consulting firm serving government organizations is preferred.

Technical and Behavioural Competencies

• Developing and documenting institutional processes and procedures.
• Preparing institutional assessment files, evidence, and supporting documentation.
• Applying the requirements of the Dubai Government Excellence Program.
• Implementing international standards and quality management practices.
• Preparing compliance reports and improvement plans.
• Utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications to support institutional development and improvement.
• Strong analytical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in computer applications and digital tools.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English (reading, writing, and speaking).

Advertiser

The Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department

Required Nationality

All Nationalities (Priority for UAE National)

Monthly Salary

Unspecified

Schedule-Time

Full time

Job Posting

26/07/2026

Unposting Date

30/11/2026