Strategic Planning Manager

Role Description The Strategic Planning Manager is a part-time role responsible for shaping and overseeing the Student Union’s strategic initiatives and long-term plans. This hybrid role is based in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates, with flexibility for some work-from-home activities. Day-to-day tasks include analyzing current programs and communication efforts, developing and updating strategic and annual activity plans, and coordinating with student representatives to align initiatives with organizational objectives. The position involves preparing reports and dashboards on performance and impact, supporting resource allocation decisions, and collaborating with communication leads to ensure that opportunities, internships, awards, and activities are promoted effectively. The Strategic Planning Manager also contributes to setting measurable goals, monitoring progress, and recommending improvements to enhance student engagement and union effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Strong strategic and business planning skills, with experience in setting objectives, defining initiatives, and supporting implementation.
• Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and produce clear insights for decision-making.
• Proficiency in planning and organizing projects, timelines, and activities within a student or organizational context.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and present plans clearly.
• Basic understanding of finance, budgeting, or resource allocation to support sustainable and cost-effective planning.
• Relevant experience in student organizations, non-profits, or educational institutions is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or a related field (or current enrollment with strong demonstrated skills).
• Ability to work independently, manage part-time hybrid responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities.