VP Strategic Planning and Performance Management

Well established and highly successful organisation in Abu Dhabi, competing at an international scale. Leading the strategic planning process, facilitating strategic dialogues across business units and functions to align objectives and priorities with company vision Developing and maintaining a comprehensive strategic roadmap, identifying key growth opportunities and assessing potential risks and challenges Overseeing the development of robust business cases to support strategic investments and initiatives, ensuring thorough financial and operational analysis Establishing and driving a comprehensive performance management framework, including the definition of key performance indicators (KPIs), target setting and performance monitoring mechanisms Leading a team of professionals within the strategic planning and performance management function, fostering a high-performance culture and supporting their professional development Collaborating closely with finance, operations, and other key stakeholders to ensure alignment between strategic objectives and operational execution Presenting strategic plans and performance reports to the executive leadership team and the board of directors A strong academic background, ideally with a Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field A proven track record of success working for an international consulting firm within the Middle East. The ideal candidate will have a blend of both consulting and in-house industry strategic planning experience Highly desirable sector experience within the utilities industry, demonstrating a strong understanding of the sector's dynamics and challenges Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights A hands-on, proactive approach and a demonstrated ability to both develop strategy and drive implementation Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience in managing and developing a team Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership through your story telling expertise #J-18808-Ljbffr