Strategy Consultant
Job details
The job posting is outdated and position may be filled Play an active role in the entire strategy life cycle for the organization, covering strategic planning, execution plan development, performance management, project management and reporting.
- The Senior Specialist areas of responsibility cover:
- Participating in the development of annual strategic and execution plans, working alongside the core organization and ensure alignment of all plans to Organization and Abu Dhabi strategic objectives
- Collecting, analyzing, monitoring and reporting key performance metrics for identified initiatives in the organization, ensuring alignment with established plans and suggesting corrective measures
- Undertake project management activities for the initiatives from planning to execution, including project planning, budget and KPI development, progress monitoring, reporting and escalation
- Conducting strategic analysis and environmental scans on organization in order to identify and evaluate trends / opportunities / threats and support developing business strategies for these areas
- Support in the preparation of documents for senior leadership at Organization and Abu Dhabi Government
- Lead and develop 1-2 specialists across the above areas
- Support Strategy Leads in the team in the development and implementation of short-term and long-term strategic plans and objectives for the Department and its sectors.
- Understand holistically the strategic initiatives and the impact on those on the overall strategy, identify potential issues and propose appropriate solutions to resolve them.
- Participate in translating the strategy into a set of clear short-term operational objectives as per the execution plans of the overarching strategy.
- Work with organization in formulating unit level and growth strategies to address gaps in existing strategic plans against identified objectives
- Implement project management standards, policies, process and templates in line with the industry best practices.
- Create project roadmaps and plans that highlight important phases and milestones, critical task and dependencies, capabilities and resources required and desired outcomes and objectives.
- Monitor project execution and delivery, ensuring that deviations are highlighted and appropriated mitigation plans are adopted to optimise project outcomes.
- Provide support to organization stakeholders on project management related matters and ensure all projects and initiatives are completed on time.
- Guide continuous improvement process for standard operating procedures to ensure standard project management practices are followed by the department enabling consistency and quality.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation and records related to the portfolio of projects, and check and highlight any non-conformity with project management standards
- Contribute to the development of corporate performance framework that helps organization to develop an integrated Corporate Performance Management approach which aligns business strategy, accountabilities, decision support and operational execution.
- Integrate performance measurement with planning, budgeting, and financial consolidation processes to achieve successful strategy implementation.
- Engage with organization to provide guidance and support in setting and developing KPIs, while ensuring alignment with overall strategies and operational plans
- Regularly monitor corporate performance, organize performance reviews meetings with , suggest corrective measures and follow up on implementation of corrective and preventive actions
- Prepare high-level performance reports for senior leadership and provide recommendations based on best practices to bridge performance gaps
- Contribute to the organization strategy by assisting in evaluating future market and business trends, regulatory developments, competitive positioning and tourism/culture sectors opportunities.
- Assist in facilitation in analysis at high level requirement gathering for strategic initiatives when needed.
- Review and analyze information provided by the client and/or developed by the teams.
- Research, analyze and provide recommendations on emerging industry trends, expansion opportunities and competitive threats, which impact organization strategic directions.
- Work in cross functional teams on time-bound projects for growth opportunities highlighted by senior leadership to enable organization and Abu Dhabi to capitalize and deliver
Requirements
Qualification (e.g. Academic Qualification, Certifications, Licenses) Bachelor s Degree or Master s Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering or relevant field. Experience At least 5 years of experience preferably in a strategy consulting firm or a similar role in a dynamic and complex industry. The roles require the candidates to relocate to Abu Dhabi. Please note that candidates will need to be providing proof of residency in Abu Dhabi, such as a tenancy contract after relocating. Disclaimer: Drjobs.ae is only a platform that connects job seekers and employers. Applicants are advised to conduct their own independent research into the credentials of the prospective employer.We always make certain that our clients do not endorse any request for money payments, thus we advise against sharing any personal or bank-related information with any third party. If you suspect fraud or malpractice, please contact us via contact us page. Our goal is to make hiring as easy as possible. We find the right talent for every company, ensuring that each candidate finds a job they enjoy. Dr.Job FZ LLC provides 360-degree AI-powered recruiting and job search solutions. If you are looking for a job and haven't found your chance yet, you can upload your profile on our website and find thousands of opportunities globally!Our platform gives you the flexibility you need to thrive in today's market by allowing you to apply for all different kinds of jobs, whether they are full- or part-time, remote or on-site. #J-18808-LjbffrApply safely
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