Our client, a top tier government entity within higher education sector is looking to hire a Senior Strategy Manager for their research and academic affairs team.

Responsibilities:

- Contribute to the development of and monitor the Research and Development budget and spending to ensure availability of sufficient financial resources
- Scan, monitor, and investigate the Research and Development landscape in the UAE; especially in the higher education area
- Formulate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the research and development ecosystem
- Act as an advisor to teams across other functions to support with their research and development and analyses needs
- Formulate and monitor the policies and procedures to guide the research grant lifecycle including the pre-award, award, and post-award phases
- Manage and develop documentation associated with grant awards, renewals, and progress reporting, including both financial and research aspects
- Actively plan and lead preparation for relevant governance committees
- Lead and support practice building initiatives e.g., learning and development, recruitment, etc. as needed.

Requirements:

- Minimum 7 years of experience in e.g., management consultancy, research grant management, a research funding body, a government department/ministry of education, or a company specialized in higher education
- Experience in higher education in the UAE or the GCC is preferred
- Demonstrable experience in managing engagement with stakeholders in the R&D and higher education ecosystem
- Experience in leading complex, multi-stakeholder engagements
- Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects, preferably in a public sector context

Benefits: ..

Consultant Name: Meghaa Nair

Consultant Email:

Mark Williams