Performance Improvements Manager

JOB PURPOSE:

Lead, plan and oversee the implementation of the F&I Performance Management framework and systems across the ADNOC Group (HQ and Group Companies), including the cascading of KPI scorecards in cooperation with ADNOC Group Performance Management, continuously monitor F&I performance against targets and provide related reports, in order to create insight into and improve performance throughout the organisation and contribute to the realisation of business objectives.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Job Specific Accountabilities

Performance Management Framework

• Support the development of the F&I performance Management framework across the ADNOC Group (HQ and Group Companies), in cooperation with ADNOC Group Performance Management.
• Support ADNOC Group and BLD CFOs with the development of their Scorecards, including introducing new KPIs, and evaluating existing KPIs based on objectives and initiatives.
• Engage with relevant internal stakeholders to define the appropriate F&I Performance Contract Targets (KPIs) across the ADNOC group, in line with the ADNOC Performance Management System and business objectives.
• Provide professional advice, support and guidance to the respective Divisions and VPs/Managers within the F&I Directorate and BLD and Group Company CFOs regarding the preparation of Scorecard targets.
• Plan and oversee the implementation of the strategically aligned F&I Performance Management framework across the ADNOC Group (HQ and Group Companies), in order to steer related performance.

Performance Tracking

• Supervise the performance tracking, evaluation and analysis against KPIs across the ADNOC Group (HQ and Group Companies), and issue periodic reports to Senior Management to provide related insights and support decision making.
• Organise and support management monthly/quarterly performance reviews internally.
• Identify opportunities for enhancing reporting of key performance data to Management.
• Conduct presentations on Performance Management.
• Perform other related duties and ad-hoc handle ad hoc requests as assigned by the VP Internal Planning & Performance Management and Senior Management, in the areas of performance management.

Performance Improvement and Support

• Support the Strategic initiatives/projects within Finance & Investment Directorate including all the corporate events and activities.
• Lead the development of performance action plans together with VPs/Managers to recover shortfalls in actual performance compared to Integrated Management System.
• Promote organisational excellence and continuous-improvement culture through leading internal/external benchmarking exercises, and managing programs related certification and excellence standardisation.
• Promote ADNOC Best Practice & Lessons learned across the ADNOC Group (HQ and Group Companies) related to performance management.

Generic Accountabilities

Management

• Plan and supervise the activities of the personnel and resources of the Department to achieve the Division objectives in an efficient and cost-conscious manner while ensuring implementation of approved operational plans for the Department in line with Division objectives.
• Develop the knowledge, competencies and innovative spirit in the Department and support the establishment of Personal Development Plans (PDP’s), Succession Planning and Talent pipeline within the Department in coordination with the Human Capability Group to continuously develop employees with emphasis on UAE Nationals to meet Emiratization targets.

Budgets and Operational Plans

• Compile and provide input for preparation of the Division budgets and regularly monitor expenditure against approved the Department budget levels.
• Investigate, highlight and reconcile any significant variances to ensure effective performance and cost control.

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Lead the implementation of approved Department policies, processes, systems, standards, procedures and internal controls in order to support execution of the Division work programs in line with Company and International standards.

Performance Management

• Implement the Company Performance Management System for individuals within the Department in accordance with Company approved guidelines and continuously monitor the achievement of the Department KPIs related to the approved Annual Performance Management Contract and the Balanced Score Card.

Organisation Structure and Development

• Review, develop and recommend the appropriate organisation structure for the Department that will best utilise human capital while proactively incorporating sustainability into the on-going work practices to meet the business objectives.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Encourage innovation, enhance employee motivation and support initiatives for implementation of Change Management to continuously improve operations and services.
• Propose improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with ISO standards in order to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the Department.

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability

• Support the institution of an HSE culture and ensure compliance with relevant HSE policies, procedures, systems & controls and applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines across the Department in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.
• Ensure adequate HSE training and induction for all Department employees to meet HSE standards.

Management Information Systems (MIS) and Reports

• Prepare all Department MIS and progress reports to provide accurate and timely reports and necessary information to Company Management to effectively manage the business.

COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal

• Regular interaction with Group CFO, Functions, Divisions and Departments Managements, Senior Specialists and Senior staff within the Directorate on matters related to Performance Management, Section Policies, Processes and Systems.
• Interaction with the Performance Team and other performance management related personnel in other directorates as needed.
• Interaction with HSE and HC&A on data and information gathering exercises.
• Periodic work-related contact with Performance Management teams within the ADNOC Group (CFOs) on all matters related performance management.

External

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Business Management, Accountancy, Financial Management, Engineering or equivalent, preferably with specialised training in performance management systems/processes.
• Preferably MBA from a recognised Business School.

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills