Job Title:
Policy and planning managers
Job Description:
Policy and planning managers guide organizational strategic planning, decision making and budgeting processes.
Summary:
Policy and planning managers plan, organize, direct and coordinate policy advice and strategic planning activities within government or for non-government organizations and private sector agencies, or manage the activities of enterprises that provide policy and strategic planning services. They also help a company?s top management develop and execute strategic plans, implement improvements to business processes and present corporate plans to stakeholders.
Tasks:
Job activities and tasks include:
- developing, implementing and monitoring strategic plans, programs, policies, processes, systems and procedures to achieve goals, objectives and work standards
- developing, directing, administering and participating in policy research and analysis
- coordinating the implementation of policies and practices
- establishing activity measures and measurements of accountability
- planning and directing daily operations
- leading and managing the activities of policy development and strategic planning staff
- overseeing the selection, training and performance of staff
- consulting with senior management and with managers of other departments
- representing the enterprise or organization in negotiations, and at conventions, seminars, public hearings and forums
Knowledge:
Advanced specialized knowledge of principles, concepts and techniques in field of work, discipline and/or professional practice
Specialized knowledge of analyzing, planning, managing and establishing ideas, policies, strategies, projections and/or conditions in the field of work, discipline and/or professional practice
Advanced knowledge of research principles and methods
Advanced knowledge of high level governance of systems, processes and procedures including legislative, regulatory, standards, codes and conventions
Higher knowledge of recent developments in the field of work, discipline and/or professional practice
Higher knowledge of principles, concepts and techniques in management, economics, finance, statistics and fiscal disciplines related to the field of work and/or professional practice
Higher knowledge of political, government, legislative and regulatory systems related to the field of work
Higher knowledge of laws, regulations, standards codes and conventions of the UAE and specific Emirates related to the field of work, discipline and/or professional practice and more general subjects including OHSE and cultural understanding and awareness
Higher knowledge of principles, concepts and techniques in sensitively recognizing and responding to the management of highly complex ethical issues
Leverage information technology, executive information systems, management techniques and tools for optimal field of work performance and/or professional practice
Higher skills in research, analysis, consultation and synthesis of information to evaluate ideas, policies, strategies, projections and/or conditions and generate recommendations and/or relevant alternatives
Manage advanced relationships and coordinate related activities of respective stakeholders
Advanced skills and experience in high level policy analysis, formulation and research, plus strategic planning in sensitive and confidential environment
Develop abstract concepts and convey strategic indications from the spectrum of development experience
Higher negotiation cultural sensitivity and diplomatic skills
Use of information, tools, resources to support high-level and complex work achievement
Work sensitively and effectively in a multi-cultural environment
Work with others to develop creative solutions to complex unpredictable and/or abstract problems
Communicate with influence, and a proven record of developing and maintaining effective partnerships across an organization and with diverse external clients and other key stakeholders
Highly developed advanced oral and written communication, interpersonal and representational skills, and a proven ability to use these skills to prepare and present clear, concise, high quality advice
Highly developed leadership and effective management skills, with capacity to initiate, implement and sustain improvements within a team environment, as well as the ability to work flexibly and cooperatively as a member of a team
Personal drive and integrity, the ability to self-manage and the capacity to identify and effectively manage risks associated with change, as well recognize and implement ethical standards to highly complex ethical issues
Achieving results within tight timelines, and capacity to set and implement new policy directions
Highly developed higher organizational skills, including the ability to manage priorities and meet tight deadlines
Work Context:
Work in offices and with other peer professionals. They may travel locally, nationally or internationally to visit or meet clients/stakeholders and to undertake research. They may also attend conferences and seminars.
Education:
Bachelor degree in policy and planning or relevant field of work/discipline, higher qualification or equivalent.
Required Work Experience:
Probable Employers:
Abu Dhabi Investment Council, Abaar, Urban Planning Council.!!
Expected Earnings:
Higher than the industry average.
Alternate Titles:
Examples of job titles:
Policy manager - Strategic planning manager - Corporate planning manager
Examples of some related occupations:
Policy and planning manager - Policy analyst - Political scientist - Operations research analyst
Sociologist - Economist - Climate change analyst - Management analyst - Anthropologist
Budget Analysts
UAE Industry Groups:
Business, administration, tourism, retail and leisure service
International Careers(ISCO):
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Source Of Info:
Occupations and Careers Handbook for UAE Nationals(Copyright NQA ). Referenced from New York University, Abu Dhabhi
