JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE
As a Strategy Lead for the client, you will spearhead the strategic and operational planning processes. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering a unified strategic vision across the entity, ensuring best practices are adopted in annual and strategic planning processes
Client Details
A leading government entity with an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing and delivering strategic plans for a new innovative project in the UAE
Description
* Oversee the strategic planning process, including leading the development and implementation of the strategic planning frameworks, templates and processes
* Foster communication and promote collaboration amongst senior leaders to achieve a shared understanding that will help formulate effective strategies
* Implement monitoring and evaluation mechanisms (e.g., balanced scorecard) to track progress towards strategic objectives including potential mitigation actions for proactive risk management purposes
* Lead training sessions to equip employees with strategic planning skills and empower them to cascade corporate strategies into departmental plans within their areas
* Work with external parties/vendors to ensure they are delivering on contractual obligations during engagements
Job Offer
* Competitive tax-free salary and package
* Unique opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and develop strategy for an innovative new initiative in the UAE
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in Marketing, Business Administration, Public Policy, Economics or a relevant field* Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience in Business Administration, Public Policy, Economics, or a similar within an international consulting firm
* Fluency in written and spoken English. Arabic language proficiency is a plus
* Proficiency in MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel) with strong administrative skills and a keen eye for detail
* Self-motivated with a proven ability to deliver results independently within agreed time frames
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:
Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal
The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.