15 Creative Strategy jobs in the United Arab Emirates
Digital Strategy Director
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We are seeking an experienced and visionary Digital Strategy Director to lead our digital initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive digital strategies that drive growth, enhance customer engagement, and improve overall brand performance. This role requires a deep understanding of digital marketing, innovative technologies, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Leadership:
- Lead the development and execution of clients’ digital strategies.
- Collaborate with clients to align digital initiatives with business objectives.
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement in digital practices.
- Develop and implement comprehensive digital strategies that align with business objectives and drive growth.
- Stay updated on the latest digital trends, tools, and best practices to ensure our strategies remain innovative and effective.
3. Customer Experience (CX):
- Develop and implement strategies to enhance the digital customer experience.
- Utilize customer insights and data to inform CX improvements and personalization efforts.
- Guide the creation and distribution of high-quality, engaging content.
- Ensure content aligns with brand messaging and supports business goals.
5. Technology and Innovation:
- Stay current with emerging digital technologies and trends.
- Identify opportunities to leverage new technologies to enhance digital marketing efforts.
- Lead initiatives involving AI, machine learning, and other innovative solutions.
6. Team Leadership and Development:
- Manage and mentor a team of strategists
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture.
- Provide ongoing training and development opportunities for team members.
- Allocate resources effectively to maximize ROI.
Requirements:
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in digital strategy and marketing, with a proven track record in a leadership role.
- Skills:
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
- Proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms.
- Leadership and team management experience.
- Knowledge: Deep understanding of digital marketing, customer experience, content strategy, and data analytics.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a senior digital marketing role within a fast-paced environment.
- Proven ability to drive innovation and lead digital transformation initiatives.
- Relevant certifications in digital marketing or related fields.
#J-18808-LjbffrDigital Strategy Specialist
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An IT Strategy Expert is a professional who develops and implements strategies to align an organization’s technology infrastructure with its business goals. They ensure that IT resources are utilized effectively to support business operations and drive growth, often bridging the gap between technology and business needs. The role requires a mix of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership abilities.
Strategic Thinking & Planning :
- Ability to develop long-term IT strategies that align with the business goals of the organization. This includes assessing current IT capabilities, identifying opportunities for innovation, and mapping out a technological roadmap for future growth.
Business Acumen :
- A deep understanding of how technology can be leveraged to solve business problems, drive efficiencies, and create value. This includes aligning IT initiatives with business priorities and understanding the impact of technology on various business functions.
Technology Trends Awareness :
- Staying up-to-date with emerging technology trends such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, blockchain, big data, IoT (Internet of Things), and more. The ability to assess the potential impact of these trends on the organization and make recommendations accordingly.
- Understanding of enterprise architecture principles, which include designing and managing the structure of an organization’s IT systems and aligning them with business processes and goals. Proficiency with frameworks like TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework) or Zachman Framework is often beneficial.
IT Governance & Risk Management :
- Expertise in ensuring that IT systems are secure, compliant with regulations, and aligned with industry best practices. Knowledge of IT governance frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ITIL) and the ability to manage risks associated with IT investments and operations.
Project & Program Management :
- Ability to manage large, complex IT projects and programs, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and according to specifications. Familiarity with project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall is critical.
Cybersecurity And Data Protection :
- Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, threat detection, and data protection policies to ensure that IT systems are secure and that organizational data is safe from cyber threats and breaches.
Cloud Strategy & Infrastructure Management :
- Expertise in cloud technologies (public, private, and hybrid clouds), including cloud adoption, migration, optimization, and cost management. Familiarity with platforms like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud.
Desired Candidate Profile :
- Designing and implementing strategies to ensure that IT systems remain functional during emergencies or disruptions. This includes disaster recovery plans, data backup systems, and business continuity planning.
Cost Management & Budgeting :
- Ability to manage IT budgets effectively, ensuring that technology investments provide value for money. Skills in cost-benefit analysis, ROI analysis, and managing expenses related to IT infrastructure, software, and services.
- Proficiency in evaluating and selecting technology vendors, managing supplier relationships, and negotiating contracts to ensure that the organization receives high-quality services at competitive prices.
Change Management :
- Leading and managing organizational change related to IT transformations. This includes guiding teams through system upgrades, new technology implementations, and process changes, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
- Leading organizational transformation processes related to IT systems, processes, and tools. Ensuring smooth transitions during IT-driven changes and managing the impact on staff and operations.
- Strong leadership skills to guide cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders. Ability to work closely with executives, IT teams, business units, and external partners to align IT strategies with overall business objectives.
Data Analytics & Business Intelligence :
- Expertise in using data analytics tools to derive actionable insights and make informed decisions about IT investments. This includes leveraging business intelligence tools and dashboards for performance measurement.
Customer-Centric Approach :
- Understanding the role of IT in improving customer experiences. This includes using technology to enhance customer engagement, support digital marketing strategies, and drive digital transformation efforts.
Tools & Technologies :
- Project Management Tools : Jira, Trello, Asana, Microsoft Project.
- Cybersecurity Tools : Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, encryption software.
- Data Analytics Tools : Power BI, Tableau, Google Analytics, Big Data tools (Hadoop, Spark).
- IT Governance Frameworks : COBIT, ITIL, TOGAF, ISO 27001.
- Automation Tools : RPA (Robotic Process Automation), DevOps tools.
Soft Skills :
- Problem-Solving : Ability to analyze complex situations, identify problems, and develop strategic solutions.
- Communication : Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and to collaborate effectively with business leaders.
- Negotiation Skills : Skilled in negotiating contracts, budgets, and service-level agreements (SLAs) with vendors and third-party providers.
- Critical Thinking : Ability to evaluate diverse scenarios and anticipate future needs or challenges in technology and business.
- Adaptability : Comfort with rapid technological changes and the flexibility to adjust strategies as business needs evolve.
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Digital Strategy Director
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We are seeking an experienced and visionary Digital Strategy Director to lead our digital initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive digital strategies that drive growth, enhance customer engagement, and improve overall brand performance. This role requires a deep understanding of digital marketing, innovative technologies, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Leadership:
- Lead the development and execution of clients’ digital strategies.
- Collaborate with clients to align digital initiatives with business objectives.
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement in digital practices.
- Develop and implement comprehensive digital strategies that align with business objectives and drive growth.
- Stay updated on the latest digital trends, tools, and best practices to ensure our strategies remain innovative and effective.
3. Customer Experience (CX):
- Develop and implement strategies to enhance the digital customer experience.
- Utilize customer insights and data to inform CX improvements and personalization efforts.
- Guide the creation and distribution of high-quality, engaging content.
- Ensure content aligns with brand messaging and supports business goals.
5. Technology and Innovation:
- Stay current with emerging digital technologies and trends.
- Identify opportunities to leverage new technologies to enhance digital marketing efforts.
- Lead initiatives involving AI, machine learning, and other innovative solutions.
6. Team Leadership and Development:
- Manage and mentor a team of strategists
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture.
- Provide ongoing training and development opportunities for team members.
- Allocate resources effectively to maximize ROI.
Requirements:
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in digital strategy and marketing, with a proven track record in a leadership role.
- Skills:
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
- Proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms.
- Leadership and team management experience.
- Knowledge: Deep understanding of digital marketing, customer experience, content strategy, and data analytics.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a senior digital marketing role within a fast-paced environment.
- Proven ability to drive innovation and lead digital transformation initiatives.
- Relevant certifications in digital marketing or related fields.
#J-18808-LjbffrDigital Strategy Lead
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This role requires developing and executing strategic digital marketing campaigns to enhance online presence.
Our ideal candidate will have expertise in digital marketing, social media management, and web analytics.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing social media platforms, conducting web analytics, and optimizing online marketing strategies.
- Expertise in Digital Marketing and Online Marketing
- Proficient in Social Media Marketing and managing social media platforms
- Skilled in Web Analytics and data interpretation
- Excellent Communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
A bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field is required.
Experience in the fragrance industry is highly valued but not essential.
Manager - Digital Strategy - Global Strategy Consulting Firm
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Redefine the future of digital transformation in one of the world’s most dynamic regions. We are partnering with a leading global strategy consulting firm to identify exceptional candidates for a Manager – Digital Strategy position based in the Middle East . This firm is known for shaping national agendas, driving digital disruption, and solving the region’s most pressing strategic challenges across industries. This is a unique opportunity to join a high-impact digital team at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and execution. You’ll work on some of the most ambitious transformation programs in the Middle East advising C-level clients, building future-ready capabilities, and helping countries and companies leapfrog into the digital age. What You’ll Do
Lead digital transformation that delivers real, measurable impact.
- Design and deliver end-to-end digital strategies—from initial diagnosis to execution roadmap
- Translate complex business problems into actionable, technology-enabled solutions across areas like AI, data & analytics, customer experience, platform strategy, and digital operations
- Define digital operating models and identify high-value opportunities that drive sustainable growth and performance improvement
- Build trusted relationships with senior clients and guide them through digital reinvention journeys
- Lead and mentor diverse, cross-functional teams to deliver integrated, pragmatic solutions
- Collaborate with internal experts across industries and functions to shape holistic transformation strategies
A strategist with digital depth and leadership in your DNA.
- 7+ years of experience in a top-tier strategy consulting firm, digital innovation agency, or tech-driven transformation environment
- 3+ years with a focus on digital growth strategy, market entry/expansion, or product innovation
- Strong experience leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering client work at the C-suite level
- Deep familiarity with digital transformation levers: customer-centric design, technology enablement, data strategy, agile delivery, or ecosystem partnerships
- Bachelor's degree required; MBA or other relevant advanced degree preferred
- Experience in or exposure to the Middle East market is a strong plus
- We are specifically interested in professionals currently or previously with:
McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Bain & Company, Kearney, Strategy&, Oliver Wyman, Roland Berger, or Arthur D. Little.
Principal - Digital Strategy - Global Strategy Consulting Firm
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Lead the Growth. Drive the Vision. Expand the Digital Frontier. We’re supporting a global strategy consulting firm on a confidential search for a Principal – Digital Strategy to help lead and scale its digital practice across the Middle East . This senior role is centered on business development, client leadership, and practice growth . You'll shape board-level conversations and deliver digital strategies that drive transformation at scale. We’re seeking a strategic leader with deep expertise across the digital ecosystem from tech and digital strategy to data, product, and immersive technologies . If you're commercially driven, digitally fluent, and ready to lead in one of the world’s most dynamic markets, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Your Impact
- Own and grow client relationships—identify whitespace, shape strategic agendas, and position the firm as a trusted digital advisor
- Drive pipeline development and deal conversion across key industries such as government, energy, consumer, financial services, and healthcare
- Develop new offerings and propositions in digital transformation, innovation, and emerging tech-enabled business models
- Collaborate with senior firm leadership to shape practice strategy, build capabilities, and recruit top digital talent
- Represent the firm in thought leadership and at key forums across the region
- Oversee strategic delivery across a portfolio of digital engagements, ensuring alignment with client goals and firm standards
- Support project teams in problem solving, delivery quality, and stakeholder management
- Coach and mentor junior team members; promote a high-performance, collaborative culture
Lead the Growth. Drive the Vision. Expand the Digital Frontier. We’re supporting a global strategy consulting firm on a confidential search for a Principal – Digital Strategy to help lead and scale its digital practice across the Middle East . This senior role is centered on business development, client leadership, and practice growth . You'll shape board-level conversations and deliver digital strategies that drive transformation at scale. We’re seeking a strategic leader with deep expertise across the digital ecosystem from tech and digital strategy to data, product, and immersive technologies . If you're commercially driven, digitally fluent, and ready to lead in one of the world’s most dynamic markets, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Your Impact
- Own and grow client relationships—identify whitespace, shape strategic agendas, and position the firm as a trusted digital advisor
- Drive pipeline development and deal conversion across key industries such as government, energy, consumer, financial services, and healthcare
- Develop new offerings and propositions in digital transformation, innovation, and emerging tech-enabled business models
- Collaborate with senior firm leadership to shape practice strategy, build capabilities, and recruit top digital talent
- Represent the firm in thought leadership and at key forums across the region
- Oversee strategic delivery across a portfolio of digital engagements, ensuring alignment with client goals and firm standards
- Support project teams in problem solving, delivery quality, and stakeholder management
- Coach and mentor junior team members; promote a high-performance, collaborative culture
We’re looking for a seasoned strategist with commercial instincts, digital fluency, and the gravitas to lead C-level dialogue:
- 10–14 years of experience in top-tier strategy consulting or a digital-focused leadership role
- Proven track record in business development , account growth , and client management
- Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to translate complex digital concepts into boardroom-relevant solutions
- Deep understanding of digital ecosystems and their impact on business strategy (digital, tech strategy, data & AI, product, etc.)
- Experience leading transformation engagements across industries
- Entrepreneurial spirit and strong leadership presence; a builder and connector by nature
- Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred
- Experience in the Middle East or other emerging markets is highly valued
- We are especially interested in candidates currently or previously with:
McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Bain & Company, Strategy&, Kearney, Oliver Wyman, Roland Berger, Arthur D. Little .
Principal - Digital Strategy - Global Strategy Consulting Firm
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Lead the Growth. Drive the Vision. Expand the Digital Frontier.
We’re supporting a global strategy consulting firm on a confidential search for a Principal – Digital Strategy to help lead and scale its digital practice across the Middle East.
This senior role is centered on business development, client leadership, and practice growth. You'll shape board-level conversations and deliver digital strategies that drive transformation at scale.
We’re seeking a strategic leader with deep expertise across the digital ecosystem from tech and digital strategy to data, product, and immersive technologies. If you're commercially driven, digitally fluent, and ready to lead in one of the world’s most dynamic markets, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Your Impact
- Own and grow client relationships—identify whitespace, shape strategic agendas, and position the firm as a trusted digital advisor
- Drive pipeline development and deal conversion across key industries such as government, energy, consumer, financial services, and healthcare
- Develop new offerings and propositions in digital transformation, innovation, and emerging tech-enabled business models
- Collaborate with senior firm leadership to shape practice strategy, build capabilities, and recruit top digital talent
- Represent the firm in thought leadership and at key forums across the region
- Oversee strategic delivery across a portfolio of digital engagements, ensuring alignment with client goals and firm standards
- Support project teams in problem solving, delivery quality, and stakeholder management
- Coach and mentor junior team members; promote a high-performance, collaborative culture
Lead the Growth. Drive the Vision. Expand the Digital Frontier.
We’re supporting a global strategy consulting firm on a confidential search for a Principal – Digital Strategy to help lead and scale its digital practice across the Middle East.
This senior role is centered on business development, client leadership, and practice growth. You'll shape board-level conversations and deliver digital strategies that drive transformation at scale.
We’re seeking a strategic leader with deep expertise across the digital ecosystem from tech and digital strategy to data, product, and immersive technologies. If you're commercially driven, digitally fluent, and ready to lead in one of the world’s most dynamic markets, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Your Impact
- Own and grow client relationships—identify whitespace, shape strategic agendas, and position the firm as a trusted digital advisor
- Drive pipeline development and deal conversion across key industries such as government, energy, consumer, financial services, and healthcare
- Develop new offerings and propositions in digital transformation, innovation, and emerging tech-enabled business models
- Collaborate with senior firm leadership to shape practice strategy, build capabilities, and recruit top digital talent
- Represent the firm in thought leadership and at key forums across the region
- Oversee strategic delivery across a portfolio of digital engagements, ensuring alignment with client goals and firm standards
- Support project teams in problem solving, delivery quality, and stakeholder management
- Coach and mentor junior team members; promote a high-performance, collaborative culture
Ideal Candidate Profile
We’re looking for a seasoned strategist with commercial instincts, digital fluency, and the gravitas to lead C-level dialogue:
- 10–14 years of experience in top-tier strategy consulting or a digital-focused leadership role
- Proven track record in business development, account growth, and client management
- Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to translate complex digital concepts into boardroom-relevant solutions
- Deep understanding of digital ecosystems and their impact on business strategy (digital, tech strategy, data & AI, product, etc.)
- Experience leading transformation engagements across industries
- Entrepreneurial spirit and strong leadership presence; a builder and connector by nature
- Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred
- Experience in the Middle East or other emerging markets is highly valued
- We are especially interested in candidates currently or previously with:
McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Bain & Company, Strategy&, Kearney, Oliver Wyman, Roland Berger, Arthur D. Little.
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Director - Digital Strategy BD - Financial Services 6mths Contract
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We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking digital business development director to lead strategic consulting engagements aimed at transforming digital customer experiences and driving growth for leading financial institutions. The ideal candidate will come from a top-tier consulting firm or Big 4 background and possess a strong track record in delivering digital transformation, portfolio optimization, and strategic innovation across the banking and payments sector.
Key responsibilities- Lead and manage consulting engagements focused on digital banking transformation for clients, customer journey optimization, and portfolio growth for top issuer clients.
- Design and implement strategies to enhance digital acquisition funnels for debit and credit card products.
- Develop seamless digital onboarding journeys and end-to-end customer engagement processes.
- Create data-driven Early Month on Book (EMOB) strategies to minimize attrition and maximize long-term customer value.
- Innovate banking subscription models and retention strategies tailored to evolving customer behavior.
- Conduct in-depth assessments of cardholder behavior, segmentation, and dormancy trends, and translate insights into actionable marketing and engagement strategies.
- Benchmark client portfolios and identify competitive opportunities through data analytics and industry best practices.
- Present findings and strategic recommendations to C-level executives with clarity, impact, and influence.
- Act as a trusted strategic advisor, building long-term relationships with key client stakeholders.
- Support business development efforts, including proposal development, solution design, and new client acquisition.
- 10+ years of experience in management consulting, with a strong preference for candidates from Big 4 firms or leading strategy consulting firms.
- Deep understanding of digital banking, customer lifecycle management, and card product strategy.
- Demonstrated success in delivering data-driven initiatives and digital transformation projects in the financial services sector.
- Strong analytical skills, with experience in customer segmentation, portfolio diagnostics, and performance benchmarking.
- Exceptional client management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Fluent in English.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field.
- Collaborate with global financial institutions and payment leaders on high-impact digital initiatives.
- Work in a high-performance, consultancy-driven environment with a strong focus on innovation and client success.
- Be part of a collaborative, international team with opportunities for growth and leadership.
- Shape the future of digital banking and customer experience in a rapidly evolving industry.
Content Strategy Manager
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We are seeking a creative and experienced Marketing Expert to join our team.
This role will be responsible for developing and executing effective marketing strategies, creating engaging content, and analyzing campaign results.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the real estate market in Dubai, excellent writing and storytelling skills, and hands-on experience with social media, email marketing tools, and CMS platforms.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and managing engaging content across various channels
- Creating high-impact marketing materials showcasing property launches, real estate trends, and developer projects
- Working closely with the sales team to align content with lead generation strategies
- Researching market trends and competitor activity to inform content and campaign strategy
- Supporting video production, photography, and design initiatives
Requirements:
- 2+ years of experience in marketing or real estate communication
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills
- Hands-on experience with social media, email marketing tools, and CMS platforms
- Basic knowledge of graphic design or video editing (Canva, Adobe, etc.)
- Familiarity with Dubai's real estate market is a plus
- Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Proactive, creative, and results-driven
As a Marketing Expert, you will play a crucial role in driving business growth and building our brand identity. If you are passionate about marketing and real estate, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Director - Strategy Digital Cluster
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- Lead the formulation, execution, and continuous refinement of AD Ports Groups Digital & Transformation strategies, frameworks, and strategic plans, ensuring effective cascading and clear communication across all relevant functions and clusters.
- Ensure alignment of strategic objectives across diverse teams including IT PMO, IT Financial Management & Value Tracking, Strategy & Adoption, IT Post-Merger Integration, and Digital Strategy, maximizing coherence, synergy, and impact.
- Manage and oversee the annual strategic planning and budgeting processes, ensuring they are dynamic, responsive, integrated, and effectively implemented across the organization.
- Drive the execution of transformative digital and technology programs, focusing on strategic integration, comprehensive change management, and effective realization of targeted outcomes.
- Regularly monitor and adjust transformation initiatives to remain responsive to evolving business requirements, market trends, and emerging digital technologies.
- Direct the collection, analysis, and dissemination of strategic insights and translate data into actionable initiatives, proactively identifying growth opportunities and mitigating potential threats.
- Act as a key strategic advisor to corporate leadership regarding mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships, playing an instrumental role in expanding the organization’s influence, market presence, and operational capabilities.
- Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external partners, and consultants, ensuring strategic coherence, operational excellence, and quality assurance across strategic engagements.
- Ensure comprehensive reporting and communication on Group Digital KPI’s, strategy progress, results, and impact to Senior Management, the Group Corporate Strategy team, and relevant stakeholders.
- Maintain awareness of digital trends, emerging technologies, and industry benchmarks, incorporating these into strategic initiatives to maintain competitive advantage.
Job Description
Core Responsibilities:
- Lead the formulation, execution, and continuous refinement of AD Ports Groups Digital & Transformation strategies, frameworks, and strategic plans, ensuring effective cascading and clear communication across all relevant functions and clusters.
- Ensure alignment of strategic objectives across diverse teams including IT PMO, IT Financial Management & Value Tracking, Strategy & Adoption, IT Post-Merger Integration, and Digital Strategy, maximizing coherence, synergy, and impact.
- Manage and oversee the annual strategic planning and budgeting processes, ensuring they are dynamic, responsive, integrated, and effectively implemented across the organization.
- Drive the execution of transformative digital and technology programs, focusing on strategic integration, comprehensive change management, and effective realization of targeted outcomes.
- Regularly monitor and adjust transformation initiatives to remain responsive to evolving business requirements, market trends, and emerging digital technologies.
- Direct the collection, analysis, and dissemination of strategic insights and translate data into actionable initiatives, proactively identifying growth opportunities and mitigating potential threats.
- Act as a key strategic advisor to corporate leadership regarding mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships, playing an instrumental role in expanding the organization’s influence, market presence, and operational capabilities.
- Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external partners, and consultants, ensuring strategic coherence, operational excellence, and quality assurance across strategic engagements.
- Ensure comprehensive reporting and communication on Group Digital KPI’s, strategy progress, results, and impact to Senior Management, the Group Corporate Strategy team, and relevant stakeholders.
- Maintain awareness of digital trends, emerging technologies, and industry benchmarks, incorporating these into strategic initiatives to maintain competitive advantage.
- Lead, build, and nurture high-performing teams across Strategy, IT PMO, IT Financial Management & Value Tracking, Strategy & Adoption, and IT Post-Merger Integration.
- Promote professional growth and development, ensuring alignment between individual goals, departmental priorities, and organizational objectives.
- Provide effective coaching, mentorship, and leadership to team members, enhancing their strategic capabilities, professional development, and problem-solving competencies.
- Ensure teams are adequately resourced with appropriate budgets, technologies, tools, and training necessary to achieve strategic objectives.
- Identify skill gaps, professional development needs, and training opportunities, ensuring sustained high-performance standards across all managed functions.
- Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to the Corporate Digital & Transformation executive leadership and broader Group Corporate Strategy team, providing critical guidance and informed recommendations.
- Define clear, measurable metrics to monitor strategy execution and transformation success, regularly assessing strategic initiatives against these metrics to drive continuous improvement and accountability.
- Identify, assess, and regularly update strategic risks and challenges across Digital & Transformation, ensuring proactive development of robust mitigation and contingency strategies.
- Oversee the creation and implementation of forward-thinking, dynamic business strategies across the Digital & Transformation functions, ensuring alignment with overall AD Ports Group objectives and market demands.
- Foster and embed a culture of strategic agility, continuous learning, innovation, and adaptability
Core Responsibilities:
- Lead the formulation, execution, and continuous refinement of AD Ports Groups Digital & Transformation strategies, frameworks, and strategic plans, ensuring effective cascading and clear communication across all relevant functions and clusters.
- Ensure alignment of strategic objectives across diverse teams including IT PMO, IT Financial Management & Value Tracking, Strategy & Adoption, IT Post-Merger Integration, and Digital Strategy, maximizing coherence, synergy, and impact.
- Manage and oversee the annual strategic planning and budgeting processes, ensuring they are dynamic, responsive, integrated, and effectively implemented across the organization.
- Drive the execution of transformative digital and technology programs, focusing on strategic integration, comprehensive change management, and effective realization of targeted outcomes.
- Regularly monitor and adjust transformation initiatives to remain responsive to evolving business requirements, market trends, and emerging digital technologies.
- Direct the collection, analysis, and dissemination of strategic insights and translate data into actionable initiatives, proactively identifying growth opportunities and mitigating potential threats.
- Act as a key strategic advisor to corporate leadership regarding mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships, playing an instrumental role in expanding the organization’s influence, market presence, and operational capabilities.
- Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external partners, and consultants, ensuring strategic coherence, operational excellence, and quality assurance across strategic engagements.
- Ensure comprehensive reporting and communication on Group Digital KPI’s, strategy progress, results, and impact to Senior Management, the Group Corporate Strategy team, and relevant stakeholders.
- Maintain awareness of digital trends, emerging technologies, and industry benchmarks, incorporating these into strategic initiatives to maintain competitive advantage.
- Lead, build, and nurture high-performing teams across Strategy, IT PMO, IT Financial Management & Value Tracking, Strategy & Adoption, and IT Post-Merger Integration.
- Promote professional growth and development, ensuring alignment between individual goals, departmental priorities, and organizational objectives.
- Provide effective coaching, mentorship, and leadership to team members, enhancing their strategic capabilities, professional development, and problem-solving competencies.
- Ensure teams are adequately resourced with appropriate budgets, technologies, tools, and training necessary to achieve strategic objectives.
- Identify skill gaps, professional development needs, and training opportunities, ensuring sustained high-performance standards across all managed functions.
- Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to the Corporate Digital & Transformation executive leadership and broader Group Corporate Strategy team, providing critical guidance and informed recommendations.
- Define clear, measurable metrics to monitor strategy execution and transformation success, regularly assessing strategic initiatives against these metrics to drive continuous improvement and accountability.
- Identify, assess, and regularly update strategic risks and challenges across Digital & Transformation, ensuring proactive development of robust mitigation and contingency strategies.
- Oversee the creation and implementation of forward-thinking, dynamic business strategies across the Digital & Transformation functions, ensuring alignment with overall AD Ports Group objectives and market demands.
- Foster and embed a culture of strategic agility, continuous learning, innovation, and adaptability
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Strategy or a related field. Masters degree is a plus
- Additional qualifications in Strategy or Digital would be advantageous.
- Excellent English. Arabic is an added advantage
- A minimum of 15 years of experience in a similar role
- Proven track record in a leadership role within a strategic delivery or similar function.
- Experience in strategy development and execution of large-scale transformation projects, preferably in a digital or technology-driven industry.
- Demonstrated success in developing and implementing strategic initiatives that have significantly impacted business growth and efficiency.
- Exceptional ability to develop innovative strategies and solutions.
- Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
- Expertise in leading change management initiatives, with a focus on digital transformation.
- Proficient in managing complex projects with cross-functional teams.
- Deep understanding of digital trends and technologies.
- Visionary leader with a forward-thinking mindset.
- Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced and evolving business environment.
Role Level: Not Applicable Work Type: Full-Time Country: United Arab Emirates City: Abu Dhabi Company Website: Job Function: Sales Company Industry/
Sector: Transportation Logistics Supply Chain and Storage
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About The Company
AD Ports Group is committed to building elite trade and logistics propositions. As trade has grown, so have we. Today, we are an integrated business across 5 clusters – Digital, Economic Cities & Free Zones, Logistics, Maritime & Shipping, and Ports connecting global maritime routes and international trading partners. Through organic growth and partnerships, AD Ports Group has developed over the years into an integrated premier enabler of trade, industrialisation, and economic diversification. Established by Emiri Decree and owned by ADQ, one of the region’s largest holding companies with a broad portfolio of major enterprises spanning key sectors of Abu Dhabi’s diversified economy.
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