Business Growth- Business Implementation
Dubai, United Arab Emirates HO AED 8,000.00 - 9,000.00 (United Arab Emirates Dirham)
Business Growth- Business Implementation
About the job Business Growth- Business Implementation
Job Description: CEO Office Implementation Manager
Location: UAE- Dubai
Department: CEO Office
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer
Job Summary:
The Implementation Manager in the CEO Office is a pivotal role designed to transform the CEOs strategic vision into actionable results. This position requires a dynamic leader adept at driving high-impact projects, fostering cross-departmental collaboration, and optimizing operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will excel in fast-paced environments, balancing strategic oversight with hands-on execution to deliver measurable outcomes aligned with the organizations goals in the UAE and beyond.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategy Execution & Project Management
Partner with the CEO and C-suite to operationalize strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Lead end-to-end management of cross-functional projects, from scoping to delivery, within defined timelines and budgets. Design robust project plans, allocate resources effectively, and implement risk mitigation strategies. Monitor progress using agile methodologies, adjusting priorities as needed to address emerging challenges.
2. Stakeholder Coordination & Government Liaison
Serve as the primary liaison between the CEO, internal departments, external partners, and UAE government entities. Facilitate seamless communication to align stakeholders with strategic priorities and regulatory requirements. Prepare executive-level briefings, reports, and presentations for board meetings, investor updates, and government submissions.
3. Operational Excellence & Process Innovation
Conduct operational audits to identify inefficiencies and implement data-driven process improvements. Champion best practices in workflow automation, digital transformation, and compliance with UAE regulatory standards. Foster a culture of continuous improvement through feedback loops and performance benchmarking.
4. Performance Tracking & Decision Support
Develop KPIs and dashboards to track initiative success, providing actionable insights to the CEO. Leverage analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) to synthesize complex data into executive summaries. Deliver quarterly performance reviews and ad-hoc analyses to inform strategic pivots.
5. Change Leadership & Organizational Alignment
Drive change management programs to ensure smooth adoption of new processes and technologies. Communicate strategic updates across all levels of the organization through town halls, workshops, and tailored messaging. Mentor teams to build capabilities in project management and strategic execution.
Qualifications & Skills:
Education: Bachelors/Masters in Business Administration, Management, or Finance. PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or Agile certifications are a
strong plus.
Experience: 8+ years in strategic project management, consulting, or corporate strategy, preferably within the UAE/GCC. Exposure to government projects or regulated industries (e.g., energy, finance, real estate) is advantageous.
Technical Skills: Mastery of project management tools (MS Project, Jira), data analytics platforms, and ERP systems.
Soft Skills:
+ Exceptional stakeholder engagement with a proven ability to influence C-suite and government officials.
+ Strategic problem-solving paired with operational pragmatism.
+ Resilience under pressure and adaptability to shifting priorities.
Languages: Fluency in English; Arabic proficiency is
highly desirable for government and regional stakeholder interactions.
Preferred Industry Background:
Management Consulting. Corporate Strategy & Transformation* Government/Public Sector Projects in the UAE
