Director - Stakeholder Management (UAE National)

Abu Dhabi Permanent View Job Description
This role exists to ensure senior stakeholder engagements are well‑prepared, well‑managed, and strategically positioned. Success is measured by trust, anticipation, and seamless execution.
  • Manage high‑level relationships with impact
  • UAE National with Arabic fluency required

About Our Client

A government organisation based in Abu Dhabi, engaged in managing complex stakeholder interactions across local and international contexts. Work is conducted in a trust‑led environment with high expectations around professionalism, preparation, and confidentiality.

Job Description

  • Orchestrate senior‑level stakeholder engagements
  • Prepare briefs and talking points for leadership
  • Coordinate protocol and follow‑through
  • Anticipate risks and manage issues discreetly
  • Interface with local and international counterparts
  • Act as a trusted central point of contact

The Successful Applicant

  • UAE National with fluent Arabic and English
  • Proven experience operating within Abu Dhabi federal or local government
  • Direct, hands‑on exposure to Ministers, Government Leaders, Commercial Executives, Chairs, or equivalent
  • Track record managing politically sensitive or high‑stakes engagements
  • Strong judgement and confidence operating without explicit instruction
  • Able to combine relationship strategy, protocol, and operational execution



What's on Offer

  • Trusted role close to senior leadership
  • Exposure to high‑profile local and international engagements
  • Broad remit with real influence
  • Long‑term career credibility within government



Contact
Ian Pollington
Quote job ref
JN-042026-7000907

Job summary

Sector
Consultancy, Strategy and Change
Subsector
Advisory
Industry
Public Sector
Location
Abu Dhabi
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ian Pollington
Job reference
JN-042026-7000907