Responsibilities

Strategic Planning

• Propose section’s plan and objectives
• Manage the execution of the section’s objectives and goals in line with the operational plan
• Provide input into the preparation of the section’s budget towards further approval, to the Division Director
• Monitor the sectional budget expenditure in coordination with the relevant units and in alignment to the section’s plan

Performance Management

• Monitor the performance of the section by providing strategic direction and guidance to achieving objectives
• Proactively communicate the annual objectives and KPIs to the section’s employees

People Management

• Identify training and development needs of the section’s employees with a special focus on Emiratization
• Ensure availability of the required number and specialized staff to support the section by providing input into the annual manpower plan
• Provide constructive feedback to direct reports and input to the Division Director on the performance results of employees

Knowledge Management and Innovation

• Contribute to innovation and knowledge sharing to drive continuous improvement and excellence in performance within the section

Governance

• Ensure adherence and execution of the section's policies and procedures as defined by the management
• Ensure compliance of the section to the guidelines defined by the risk management and quality management guidelines
• Participate and provide input into the periodic audit of the established policies and procedures to ensure compliance 

Management Reporting

• Oversee and prepare periodic reports on the section
• Provide input into the section’s operational effectiveness report
• Propose and recommend corrective measures to manage any quality or non-compliance issues that arise during the review

Change Management

• Manage the execution of the change management activities in the section including all stakeholder engagement as per the approved communication plan, as required

Technology Management

• Define the technology-related needs of the section, including SMART services and system, to drive automation and cost optimization
• Personal Development
• Proactively identify and seek professional development opportunities to improve leadership and technical skills pertaining to the direct line of work

Qualification:

• University degree or equivalent in a related field, Master’s Degree is desirable
• Experience of at least 12 years in a relevant field, preferably in the education sector/Large MNC’s in UAE.
• Candidate must have early years of their career experience working with Agencies .
• Westerner Preferred.