Manager, Creative Curation

Job Purpose: To translate policy research into creative thematic concepts for summits Key Result Areas: Lead development of long-term strategic content plans aligned with QF policy and communications goals Drive the research and development of content programs that support QF objectives, ensuring creative and engaging live experiences Build and implement strategic frameworks for selecting themes, topics, speakers, and program formats Ensure alignment between creative content strategies and organizational priorities; translate complex policies into audience-centric programs Oversee content research and development, curating thematic content that integrates policy themes into captivating live programs Develop innovative live formats to present complex policy topics and foster audience engagement & impact Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including policy centers, creative teams, and external partners, to ensure content aligns with strategic priorities Manage relationships with subject matter experts, speakers, and thought leaders, facilitating their contribution to curated programs Drive the creative development of thematic concepts, managing the editorial framework to ensure quality, creativity, and strategic alignment Manage the selection of speakers, moderators, and topics for summits and events, ensuring relevance to the audience and alignment with strategic goals Monitor the implementation and impact of content strategies, refining approaches through iterative planning and feedback loops Utilize analytics tools to assess content effectiveness, generating insights and reports to inform future strategies Review and approve creative briefs, production schedules, and drafts, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards Collaborate with the Creative Production Manager to ensure seamless delivery during live events and summits Coordinate with the QF Policy Hub and Communications teams to ensure integrated content strategies and delivery timelines Develop and implement crisis communication plans to address unexpected disruptions during live events Monitor projects and summits and ensure that they are executed according to timelines & budgets, and that they achieve the desired outcomes Analyze data and generate post-event reports to guide the development of future strategies and content approaches Lead cross-functional teams, providing mentorship and guidance to ensure consistent delivery of impactful programs Plan workload distribution to achieve maximum efficiency, monitoring progress to ensure adherence to timelines Conduct operational review meetings with the team to track task progress and project status Supervise day-to-day project operations; review reports on activities and project outcomes and present to senior management Manage administrative matters related to staff, including leave approvals, performance appraisals, and professional development Motivate and guide employees to excel individually and as a team Manage the formulation and development of the annual business plan, KPIs (key performance indicators), scorecards, and departmental budgets Lead the audit process and implement corrective actions based on audit findings Support administrative functions, ensuring alignment between the QF Policy Hub and Communications teams to maintain integrated content strategies and delivery timelines Monitor project status and ensure alignment with organizational goals Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred 8-10 years of relevant full-time work experience, including 3 years in a supervisory role Experience and expertise in strategic planning and creative content curation in a large organization Exceptional leadership, team management, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate ideas into actionable plans Expertise in budget management, contract negotiation, and efficient use of resources Expertise in crisis communication frameworks, risk management, and high-level project execution Familiarity with multimedia platforms and innovative event formats Proficiency in analytics tools to assess and optimize content effectiveness Excellent stakeholder engagement and interpersonal communication skills for collaborating with senior leaders and external partners Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft and edit a variety of written reports and communications and to articulate ideas clearly and concisely; Arabic proficiency is an advantage Proficiency in MS Office applications#J-18808-Ljbffr