11 Economic Development jobs in Dubai

We are seeking a highly skilled Urban Planning Expert to lead our Master Planning Team. As an Associate Director, you will work on marquee urban development projects and create master plans that will change the fabric of our cities.

• Lead multidisciplinary team and provide clear instructions and guidance.
• Assign tasks to professional staff and ensure appropriate training is provided.
• Develop work programs to translate project objectives into detailed plans and manage complex tasks.

• Master's degree in Urban Planning and Urban Design or closely related field.
• Minimum 15+ years of progressive urban planning and design experience working on various projects.
• Experience with clients in the Middle East is required.
• Creative thinking and in-depth understanding of current best practices.

We offer a dynamic work environment and opportunities for growth. Our company values diversity and inclusivity, providing equal employment opportunities regardless of background or status.

We believe in investing in our employees' well-being and providing opportunities for career advancement. Join us in shaping the future of urban planning and design.

Our Company is seeking a highly skilled Junior Urban Designer to join our team in shaping the built environment.

Key Skills and Responsibilities:

• Urban design with an affinity for the big picture process of shaping settings for successful developments
• Innovative research to support and create thoughtful design solutions
• Predesign phase with strong understanding of organization and components of a design stage package
• Graphical software expertise to strengthen communication of design

Contribution to the Team:

• Research successful precedent sustainable urban design studies that illustrate clients design intent
• Evaluate buildings and sites, analyze effects of design on surrounding fabrics, determine location of programs, explore missing and possible building envelopes, materials, and building shape options
• Generate schemes, design options, and ideas to assist in preparation of design presentation packages using various software tools
• Present ideas and designs clearly and professionally in line with overall project goals and vision to principals
• Be an influential part in the design process

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing final deliverable documents and general input to design
• Collaborate with subconsultants, assist in coordination, and engage in iterative process to arrive at optimal solutions
• Work to development program for the project and proactively advise Senior team members of any issue affecting efficient completion of the project
• Attend meetings with outside parties under supervision of Project Leadership
• Perform documentation and presentation work including 3D modelling, illustrative plans, diagrams, spreadsheets, scale comparisons, and visualizations

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in urban design, city planning, architecture, or landscape architecture
• 1 year professional experience
• A strong portfolio of work
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision on routine tasks but enjoy participative approach to projects and collaborate harmoniously in a team environment
• Demonstrated creative ability including urban, landscape/architectural, and graphic design
• Effective oral, written, and graphic communication skills
• Demonstrated understanding of placemaking and community design
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, schedule, and meet tight deadlines
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, MS Office; fluency in Rhino a plus

Current residency in the GCC a plus.

We are seeking an Urban Planner to lead medium to large-scale urban planning and design projects in the Middle East and Africa. A seasoned professional is required to oversee project submissions, manage multidisciplinary teams, ensure project deliverables align with design standards, and contribute to sustainability initiatives.

1. Key responsibilities include leading project submissions, managing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring project deliverables align with design standards, and contributing to sustainability initiatives.
2. A strong understanding of Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, PowerPoint, MS Word, and Excel is essential for this role.
3. The ideal candidate will be capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining client relationships.

The role requires extensive travel within the Middle East region for project-related tasks.

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Urban Design, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or a related field is required.
• At least 15 years of experience in urban design, planning, and master planning is necessary.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, PowerPoint, MS Word, and Excel is mandatory.
• Strong design and graphics skills, including hand and computer-generated graphics, are essential.
• Experience in sustainability practices in the public realm, such as LEED certification, is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken, are required.
• Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and coordinate technical aspects is crucial.

This opportunity is part of a graduate program focused on developing digital solutions for urban planning and masterplanning projects.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Graduate Software Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in software development experience working with Power BI, Excel APIs, and ETL tools, and a genuine interest in supporting urban planning landscape and project delivery.

• Develop and maintain software solutions integrating planning and urban data with Power BI , Excel APIs , and ETL pipelines .
• Design and implement ETL workflows to extract, transform, and load spatial, socio-economic, and environmental datasets.
• Build data models and visualizations that communicate insights to planners, designers, and stakeholders.
• Automate workflows for integrating GIS, BIM, and planning data sources into unified dashboards.
• Collaborate with planning, urban design, and digital transformation teams to deliver tailored solutions.
• Support data quality validation and reporting for large-scale masterplanning projects.
• Document and maintain software, ensuring scalability and usability across disciplines.

• Experience with Power BI (DAX, Power Query, report/dashboard development).
• Experience with Excel API or Microsoft Graph API for automation and data integration.
• Understanding and practical use of ETL tools (e.g., FME, Talend, Alteryx, Azure Data Factory, or equivalent).
• Understanding of databases (SQL or NoSQL) and data modeling concepts.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Interest in urbanism, city analytics, project management, and planning data applications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering from an accredited University.
• Candidates must be recent 2024 or 2025 graduates to be eligible for the graduate program.
• Successful applicants must have achieved a minimum GPA of 2.8 (or equivalent) and above.
• Exposure to programming (e.g., Python, C#, or JavaScript).
• Preference for UAE Nationals holding a valid family book.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our co-working spaces in Dubai.

• Strategic Oversight: Assist in developing and executing strategic plans to enhance customer experience and drive business growth.
• Operational Efficiency: Manage daily site operations, ensure workflow optimization, cost control, and policy compliance.
• Customer Service Excellence: Lead a team to deliver exceptional customer service, address member inquiries, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Facility Maintenance: Inspect premises, maintain booking systems, and coordinate with facilities and IT teams to ensure seamless operational support.
• Health & Safety Protocols: Ensure adherence to HSE standards and corporate policies for a safe working environment.
• Vendor Management: Manage external service providers and IT support for uninterrupted services.
• Event Execution: Facilitate event execution by coordinating operational support and anticipating member needs.
• Performance Monitoring: Develop KPIs, generate performance reports, monitor feedback, and drive continual improvement.

We are seeking a dynamic professional to lead our regional retention efforts. The ideal candidate will oversee schools in key locations, fostering strong relationships and developing comprehensive strategies to drive student success.

• School Engagement: Collaborative Leadership - Build trust with school leaders and cultivate strong partnerships.
• Parent Engagement Initiatives - Develop and execute initiatives to engage parents and foster a sense of community.
• Retention Strategies: Develop and implement tailored strategies to meet the unique needs of each school.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.
• Experience: Proven experience in academic leadership or similar role.
• Relationship Building: Ability to build credibility with diverse stakeholders.
• Communication: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Mindset: Strategic mindset focused on community building and relationship management.

Our organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Lead, International Growth

As a seasoned professional in the field of growth management, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive community growth strategy that drives engagement and retention across Europe, Middle East, and Africa.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze Snapchat community and engagement trends to identify opportunities for growth and drive business outcomes.

• Develop and implement partnerships with key stakeholders to enhance community growth and engagement.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and effective execution of growth strategies.

• Conduct ongoing program and product performance reviews to assess impact and efficiency, and identify areas for optimization.

• Ideate and execute creative product and feature experiments to continually improve user experiences and drive growth.

• Present results, learnings, and recommendations to senior leadership, influencing strategic direction.

• Evaluate corporate partnerships and event sponsorships to assess their impact on community growth and engagement.

Requirements:

• Ability to deliver exceptional results in a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and comfort presenting to senior leadership.

• Ability to analyze program performance, provide insights, and proactively provide recommendations.

• Ability to influence partners and collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders.

• Ability to formulate, implement, and evaluate programs against clear goals and objectives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience in mathematics, engineering, data science, business, finance, or other technical field.

• 6-10 years of experience in growth product management or related role with a focus in technology, social media, or mobile communication.

• Expertise in Google Sheets or Excel and Google Slides or PowerPoint.

• Intermediate to advanced SQL knowledge.

• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Looker, Tableau, BigQuery).

We are seeking a dedicated and community-focused professional to manage our global communities. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing multilingual community channels, overseeing moderators, and executing campaigns that drive user acquisition and loyalty.

The role of a Student Life and Community Engagement Manager involves overseeing campus life, student activities, grievances, scholarship, and financial aid services. This position requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and professionalism.

1. Develop strategic plans to ensure compliance with organizational objectives.
2. Lead the development and management of a high-quality support team.
3. Manage financial services, including assistance with financial aid, scholarships, and grants.
4. Organize student engagement opportunities, such as new student orientation, social events, clubs, and trips.
5. Oversee community engagement initiatives and develop positive relationships with stakeholders.

• Master's Degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an educational institution or similar environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates strong leadership skills and maintains confidentiality.

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