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Job description / Role
We are seeking a Strategic Planning Director for a deisgn and fashion client based in Dubai.
This person will be responsible for developing a comprehensive strategy for the company and to meet the following key objectives:
* Raise the profile of Dubai as a regional and global destination for design
* Increase the economic contribution of Dubai's design industry
* Create a vibrant and inclusive multi-cultural society, a city that is attractive for residents and tourists, and a global centre for trade and tourism.
* Lead the annual strategy development process, including the following activities:
* Assess the strengths, weaknesses and current competitive position of Dubai's design industry including value-chain analysis, benchmarking of other cities that have successfully created design clusters, analysis of requirements of local/global design players
* Develop clear strategic framework that translates the vision and mission into strategic objectives and priority themes
* Identify and prioritise strategic initiatives that support the objectives, including:
* Support talent pool development by defining initiatives to increase the size and skills of design talent across Dubai
* Coordinate on education outreach programs.
* Foster entrepreneurship and innovation in the design industry
* Foster dynamic industry ecosystems, including collaboration/networking amongst players, fostering linkage between academia, government and the private sector etc.
* Develop clear implementation plan including resourcing requirements and risk analysis
* Define, prioritize and cascade strategic key performance indicators (KPIs)
* Provide high-quality strategic research, intelligence and insights on Dubai's design industry e.g. annual industry trend reports, white papers on specific topics
* Work in partnership with other bodies to deliver support to the design industry.
Requirements
* Advanced degree, preferably MBA from a top-tier institution, or in the liberal arts from a reputed university.
* 10 years' experience working in a design or fashion organization; or 10 years' experience working in a reputed consulting firm's design and fashion practice
* Experience in industry development projects focused on design sector
* Arabic language skills preferred, but not necessary
About the Company
Carter Murray is a specialist recruitment consultancy specialising in the placement of marketing professionals into professional services firms, the financial services sector, multi-national corporations and global brands from our offices in London, Dubai and Sydney. Carter Murray is a member of The SR Group, a specialist global recruitment consultancy founded in 1987, operating in the niche markets of Taxation, Legal, HR and Marketing recruitment. From the worlds largest companies to small owner-managed businesses, we recruit at all levels for a complete cross-section of clients. Our clients include the full range of UK and international professional services firms and financial services companies. We recognise that they expect an exceptional level of service and a real knowledge of todays highly specialised market.Each of our consultants personally manages their own clients and specialises in specific areas of this key marketplace. We take the time to really understand both parties needs and provide focused and consistent advice.