Chief of Staff

Job description / Role

My client, a leading Media & Entertainment company in the region is currently looking for a motivated Chief of Staff to join their Chairmans Office in Dubai.

The Chief of Staff will report to the Chairman/Group CEO, and will be responsible for
the following (not limited to):

Planning:
- Input to and contribute to the Chairmans strategic schedule planning process;
- Input to and contribute to the Quarterly Board Meetings, assist Group CFO in preparing
Senior Management for Board Meetings and assembling Board Packs (Presentations);
- Inform the Chairman of daily Company developments relevant to overall functioning (HRD,
IT, Finance, Business Development, Office Facilities, etc.);
- General Office Planning and Space Programs;
Input to and contribute to the Business Development (BD) strategy for the responsible BD
Team.

Report Writing:
- Update Chairman on relevant activities on weekly or bi-weekly basis;
- Write and provide to Senior Management reports as required on project progress including
tracking/variances to Budgets and Time-lines.
- Write and prepare Feasibility Studies and/or

Research Papers for the Chairman and/or
Group CFO.
- Write and prepare Communication Plans and white papers.

Objectives:
- Be familiar with Business Strategies, Business Plans & Business Models, with understanding
and analytic overview of Financials (strong MS Excel skills);
- Lead pet BD projects through initial phases, feasibility and fruition;
- Effectively manage Chairmans schedules and tasks through strong organization skills;
- Identify and facilitate Chairmans key priorities and tasks;
- Research and write op-eds and policy papers under Chairmans name for placement in
prestigious international newspapers and journals (Media & Market overview).

My client, a leading Media & Entertainment company in the region is currently looking for a motivated Chief of Staff to join their Chairmans Office in Dubai.

The Chief of Staff will report to the Chairman/Group CEO, and will be responsible for the following (not limited to):

Planning:
- Input to and contribute to the Chairmans strategic schedule planning process;
- Input to and contribute to the Quarterly Board Meetings, assist Group CFO in preparing Senior Management for Board Meetings and assembling Board Packs (Presentations);
- Inform the Chairman of daily Company developments relevant to overall functioning (HRD, IT, Finance, Business Development, Office Facilities, etc.);
- General Office Planning and Space Programs; Input to and contribute to the Business Development (BD) strategy for the responsible BD Team.

Report Writing:
- Update Chairman on relevant activities on weekly or bi-weekly basis;
- Write and provide to Senior Management reports as required on project progress including tracking/variances to Budgets and Time-lines.
- Write and prepare Feasibility Studies and/or

Research Papers for the Chairman and/or Group CFO.
- Write and prepare Communication Plans and white papers.

Objectives:
- Be familiar with Business Strategies, Business Plans & Business Models, with understanding and analytic overview of Financials (strong MS Excel skills);
- Lead pet BD projects through initial phases, feasibility and fruition;
- Effectively manage Chairmans schedules and tasks through strong organization skills;
- Identify and facilitate Chairmans key priorities and tasks;
- Research and write op-eds and policy papers under Chairmans name for placement in prestigious international newspapers and journals (Media & Market overview).

Challenges:
- The key challenge of this role is to maintain a holistic view of the business, assisting Managers and Staff in specific Departments as needed while also maintaining a close eye on Chairmans activities and ensuring the Chairmans schedule meets his and Companys Objectives. Position includes many short- and long-term deadlines, which must be balanced. Strategic planning will be a requirement to successfully meet the above criteria.

Salary Budget: AED20k-25k per month + Benefits

Requirements

- Bachelors Degree from a reputable University or College.
- A minimum of three (3) years post qualification in Finance, Media, Writing and/or Research Experience.
- Middle East (ME) Regional experience is an advantage.
- A thorough knowledge and understanding of the Middle Eastern Region and Central Asian Region politics, economical standing and culture.
- A thorough knowledge and understanding of business and investment environment in the ME.
- An understanding and knowledge of business profit and loss statements and financial processes.
- High level of discretion in dealing with confidential matters.
- Computer literate, especially in MS Word, MS PowerPoint & MS Excel.
- Excellent verbal and written communication (English).
- Ability to build relationships (STRONG COMMUNICATION/PEOPLE SKILLS).
- Cross cultural empathy.
- Language skills relevant to the Region (English, Persian/Dari, Arabic, Urdu).

About the Company

Due to overwhelming client demand, SQ Computer Personnel opened a branch in the UAE in 2007 which we called SQ Gulf. Over the last 7 successful years we have carved out a strong and credible reputation in the UAE as a recruiter of choice. We work in partnership with a number of large multi-national and regional organisations as well as smaller, boutique companies. We aim to supply personnel on a sole agency basis which, in turn, provides you with a very attractive and cost effective, headache-free process.

SQ Gulf covers a wide range of vertical markets with in the MENA region. We have mirrored our UK successes by building a 360 degree, full life-cycle infrastructure and support strategy. We have an experienced team of account managers who are all well versed in their specific market vertical. We cover all levels of seniority and job titles. I myself, have over 13 years of professional recruiting experience, 5 of which have been in the UAE. As an agency, I strongly believe that SQ Gulf, with it\\'s team of dedicated and experienced staff, are exceptionally well placed to provide a smooth, successful and cost-effective recruitment solution. We have an exceptionally large database of current candidates, from UAE Nationals to expats currently looking for new challenges in the region.