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Senior Strategy Manager - Special Projects

Abu Dhabi Permanent View Job Description
This role bridges upstream strategy with real-world delivery, leading transformation efforts, strategic foresight, and financial planning. The Senior Strategy Manager will play a pivotal role in translating research into practice, ensuring strategies are built for implementation and impact.
  • Lead strategic transformation initiatives within a high-impact govt division
  • Minimum 7-10 years' experience across industry and consulting

About Our Client

A forward-thinking government entity focused on delivering innovative, evidence-based policy and strategic transformation. Operating within a high-profile division, the team drives future-ready solutions and real-world implementation across critical national initiatives.

Job Description

  • Lead strategic transformation programs across cross-functional teams.
  • Develop and implement foresight and scenario planning frameworks.
  • Conduct financial planning and ROI modeling for strategic initiatives.
  • Oversee business case development and resource allocation.
  • Translate research insights into actionable strategies.
  • Assess emerging technologies and trends for policy relevance.
  • Drive performance measurement and change management in implementation.



The Successful Applicant

  • 7-10+ years of experience in strategy roles across private sector, government, and consulting.
  • Proven expertise in foresight, scenario planning, and systems dynamics modeling.
  • Strong financial acumen including budget planning and ROI analysis.
  • Experience in strategic transformation and cross-functional leadership.
  • Ability to bridge research with practical implementation.



What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to shape national policy and strategic direction.
  • Work within a high-impact, future-focused government division.
  • Collaborate with top-tier experts across disciplines.
  • Competitive compensation and career development support.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge policy design and implementation frameworks.



Contact
Ian Pollington
Quote job ref
JN-082025-6816266

Job summary

Sector
Consultancy, Strategy and Change
Subsector
Project & Program Management
Industry
Public Sector
Location
Abu Dhabi
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ian Pollington
Job reference
JN-082025-6816266