Head of Investment and Business Development (Emirati)

- Job Title: Investment and Business Development Section Manager /Head (Emirati) - Sector: Strategy Sector - Department: Investment and Partnerships Development Department - - Job Family: Sales & Business Development - Sub-Family: Sales & Business Development Reporting Lines - Reports Directly To: Director of Investment and Partnerships Development - Direct Reports: - Senior Investment and Business Development Specialist Job Purpose To develop and implement feasibility studies and identify new opportunities for developing the authority's assets and executing its projects in a cost-efficient manner. The role is also responsible for monitoring financial performance and return on investment (ROI) of projects and initiatives, and identifying necessary corrective actions. Key Responsibilities Functional Responsibilities - Contribute to the development of the department's annual business plan, ensuring alignment with departmental needs, quality, and institutional excellence objectives. - Monitor departmental performance in line with approved directives. - Lead the team in preparing and executing the annual operational plan, including KPIs, targets, projects, programs, and budget requirements, and submit for approval. - Direct the team to develop and implement departmental policies and procedures, ensuring compliance. - Lead implementation of management methodologies, quality control, and process improvement initiatives. - Manage the development and execution of investment and business development programs, ensuring optimal use of resources and financial sustainability. Investment & Business Development Responsibilities - Develop and conduct feasibility studies and identify opportunities to develop the authority's assets efficiently and in line with Department of Finance requirements. - Monitor financial performance and ROI of projects and initiatives, identify corrective actions, and report to senior management. - Conduct proactive studies to identify investment and business development opportunities aligned with the authority's strategy. - Perform market research and studies to propose innovative ways to grow investments and revenues in collaboration with relevant units. - Define mechanisms for recommending reinvestment strategies to ensure financial sustainability and support sector growth. - Meet with potential partners and enhance positioning (e.g., promoting Dubai as a leading destination in relevant sectors. - Prepare feasibility studies for new investments and provide recommendations on investment decisions. - Participate in evaluating and structuring agreements and contracts related to new or existing investments. - Provide inputs on risk analysis and management and develop mitigation plans in coordination with relevant units. - Contribute to innovation and institutional excellence initiatives aligned with the strategic plan. - Ensure compliance with information security policies and report any violations. - Adhere to occupational health, safety, and environmental policies. - Perform any other related duties as assigned. Operational Responsibilities - Provide periodic data and reports to management, highlighting improvement areas to support decision-making and operational excellence. - Prepare regular performance reports, identify performance gaps and risks, and recommend corrective actions to minimize disruptions and achieve targets within deadlines. Financial Management - Provide inputs to the Finance Department for budget preparation in line with governance processes. - Monitor budget execution, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions to ensure alignment with approved budgets. People Management - Develop workforce planning strategies, recruitment, training, and development plans to ensure operational efficiency. - Set departmental objectives and conduct mid-year and annual performance reviews. - Monitor team performance and provide guidance as needed. - Identify required competencies and provide coaching on operational and people management matters. Stakeholder Management Internal Stakeholders: - All organizational units within the authority External Stakeholders: - Semi-government and private sector entities - Relevant local and federal entities Required Qualifications Academic Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Investment Management, Business Development, Strategic Management, Market Analysis, or equivalent from an accredited university Professional Experience & Skills - Minimum of 7+ years of relevant experience - Ability to develop policy and regulatory recommendations - Ability to lead planning and execution of high-impact programs - Strong stakeholder management and coordination skills - Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and initiatives - Knowledge of sector trends and ability to support strategy and policy development

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  Yallo Talent · Dubai, United Arab Emirates