Job Vacancy Details
Advisor - Social Development
Leading Government Authority
Abu Dhabi
Permanent
Updated August 15, 2010
The Social Development Advisor will have responsibility to:
Study social issues relevant to the growth and expansion phase in the emirate of Abu Dhabi as well as other social contemporary issues in the GCC and international countries that has a direct effect on the country and provide appropriate recommendations;
The Advisor will develop and maintain a database of all research and studies findings and ensure they are accessible by all relevant Divisions/ Sections and perform research and social studies in coordination with other government departments that are beneficial to multiple entities;
The Advisor will also perform research and social studies to identify and analyze the social directives and trends inside and outside the country;
analyze the different studies and research obtained from external entities related to social activities; prepare an annual report regarding the social development for various functions in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, including the achievements attained by the Emirate;
In addition the role will study all aspects of society, from past events and achievements to human behaviour, attitudes and relationships among groups as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations; and analyze the different ways in which individuals and groups make decisions, exercise power, and respond to change the effect of social traits such as gender, age, or race on a person's perception and self representation.
This role is of high importance in the applicationof a variety of research techniques to gather relevant information, including document analysis, surveys, case studies, interviews and inConducting literature searches using electronic databases and carry out or direct field work to gather information. The role is instrumental inoffering research-based briefings and advice, which may involve writing action plans, suggesting solutions to social, business, governmental, and environmental problems;
Who we're looking for
Minimum of 10 years of experience working within a key government position dealing with social affairs across a range of key development issues.
About our client
The Executive Council is redefining the pace and scale of Abu Dhabi's public sector development. Committed to becoming among the best governments in the world, the efficiency and productivity of the public sector and government system is vital to realising the vision and aspiration of the Emirate.
What's on offer
Highly competitive compensation package, tax free expatriate benefits and the opportunity to be a part of a government with real vision.
Michael Page Contact
For further info, apply or phone on + 971 4709 0300.
Job Ref: 4449
Your application will be sent to Mark Houghton.
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