Young Policy Leaders Program

Whiteshield; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking future Public Policy and Economist Professionals for an enriching Young Policy Leaders Programme. This immersive experience offers students a unique opportunity to develop their public policy knowledge while working on impactful projects alongside a global network of experts. The firm values exceptional talent and promotes a culture of inclusivity and empowerment, ensuring that employees thrive in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and eager to contribute to innovative public policy solutions, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Exceptional talent with capabilities in public policy and analytical skills.
• Experience in consulting or related fields is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage in key projects that tackle significant public policy challenges.
• Collaborate with a global network of experts to deliver innovative solutions.

Skills

Public Policy Knowledge

Analytical Capabilities

Quantitative Skills

Qualitative Skills

Problem Solving

Strategic Thinking

Critical Thinking

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Leadership Capabilities

Education

Degree in Management

Degree in Economics

Degree in Public Policy

Degree in International Relations

Degree in International Business

Degree in Strategy

Degree in Mathematics

Degree in Development Studies

Degree in Business Administration

Job description

ABOUT US | We are a global advisory firm known for our ability to respond to global challenges rapidly and incisively. We use the most advanced tools and technology and combine them with our team of leading international experts to engage decision-makers in tackling society’s most significant challenges. We are recognized for our rapid decision support, innovation, data science algorithms and deep policy expertise. We are specialists in “connecting the dots” between policy, business and enhancing the lives of citizens.

WHERE YOU FIT IN | For future Public Policy and Economist Professionals, Strategy Consultants and Private Equity Analysts. We are dedicated to developing our pipeline of talent and as a result we are open 24/7 to applications from exceptional talent.

YOUNG POLICY LEADERS PROGRAMME | The YPL stream is particularly fitting for students wishing to pursue an enriching 6 months+ experience during their studies. Taking part in our YPL Program will help you to further develop your Public Policy knowledge and capabilities. Young Policy Leaders will be immersed in key projects and have the chance to work alongside and learn from our global network.

CAPABILITIES REQUIRED | We strive to attract exceptional talent from all around the world with the capabilities to deliver excellence for our clients, pushing the boundaries through innovative insights and effective public policy solutions. Our recruitment process across all Three Tracks is supported by a variety of assessments which are adapted as appropriate to cater for the breadth of profiles needed to optimize performance. Our Recruitment process is designed to assess your experience and capabilities. Through a variety of assessments, we evaluate several different competencies including:

1. Public Policy Knowledge
2. Analytical Capabilities
3. Quantitative and Qualitative Skills
4. Problem Solving
5. Strategic Thinking
6. Area Expertise
7. Critical Thinking
8. Ability to Perform Under Pressure
9. Stakeholder Management
10. Project Management
11. Leadership Capabilities

PREFERRED BACKGROUND & EXPERIENCE |

1. Working towards a degree in Management / Economics / Public Policy / International Relations / International Business / Strategy / Mathematics / Development Studies / Business Administration.
2. Previous Consulting experience gained through a project, firm or business environment.

WHY CHOOSE US |

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunities: At Whiteshield, we are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment regardless of individual characteristics. We recognize that our employees feel appreciated when their thoughts and values are respected and considered. We’re committed to maintaining and driving an inclusive culture and workplace where all talents are nurtured and feel empowered to contribute.

Celebrating Achievements: At Whiteshield, we seek to reward those who demonstrate exceptional individual achievements above and beyond expectations in the pursuit of continuously seeking excellence for our clients. When individuals excel, we show our appreciation and celebrate achievements by generously recognizing and supporting the career progression of those who make unique contributions to the firm.

Empowering Our People: At Whiteshield, we recognize that our employees are the core to our success and believe that when our exceptional talent comes together, and wellbeing is a priority – innovation thrives. We are dedicated to promoting and encouraging a healthy work-life balance and adopting a genuinely flexible working model to empower our employees to pursue a balance that suits their personal needs.