Strategic Research & Visualization Lead
MiZa
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Job summary
MiZa in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Research Manager to lead strategic insight across business growth, urban planning, and innovation initiatives. You will produce robust analyses, dashboards, and board-ready materials to shape investment decisions and placemaking strategies across our neighbourhood.
The role requires applying rigorous research with compelling storytelling to inform senior leadership and external stakeholders, translating complex data into clear narratives and actionable
Qualifications
- Degree-level education in a relevant topic.
- Minimum of 6 years’ experience in applied research, strategy, or analytics.
- Ability to translate research into board-ready narratives and dashboards.
- Excellent English writing and presentation skills.
- Experience with government, investment, or corporate audiences.
- Knowledge of Abu Dhabi, UAE and GCC innovation agendas.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-disciplinary research on business support programmes and placemaking.
- Analyse regional trends in entrepreneurship and innovation neighbourhoods.
- Create dashboards and visuals with Power BI, Tableau, and PowerPoint.
- Develop board-ready presentations and investment decks.
- Coordinate with economists, strategists, architects, and consultants.
- Set standards for data visualization and storytelling.
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Job description
MiZa in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Research Manager to lead strategic insight across business growth, urban planning, and innovation initiatives. You will produce robust analyses, dashboards, and board-ready materials to shape investment decisions and placemaking strategies across our neighbourhood.
The role requires applying rigorous research with compelling storytelling to inform senior leadership and external stakeholders, translating complex data into clear narratives and actionable
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