Economic Acceleration Advisor

Economic Acceleration Advisor | Dubai | 12-Month ContractWe are supporting a confidential organisation in Dubai with the appointment of an Economic Acceleration Advisor to support strategic initiatives focused on identifying and accelerating solutions to sector-specific economic challenges.The role will involve working across short, high-impact projects, typically delivered through focused 100-day sprints. You will identify and validate economic and business pain points, benchmark best practices, design practical solutions and work with key stakeholders to secure buy-in and transition solutions to the relevant business owners.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct research, expert interviews and stakeholder discussions to identify and validate sector-specific challenges.Analyse qualitative and quantitative information to define problems and establish clear project scope.Benchmark local and international best practices, policies and comparable solutions.Develop practical, commercially viable solutions based on stakeholder requirements and economic development priorities.Conduct feasibility assessments and structured analysis to assess potential solutions.Present recommendations to senior stakeholders and secure alignment and buy-in.Work closely with business owners and stakeholders to ensure solutions can be effectively implemented.Support the handover of completed solutions to the relevant business owner, with ongoing support through the PMO where required.Manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.RequirementsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Public Policy, Business Administration or a related discipline.10+ years of relevant experience in management consulting, economic policy, business analysis, strategy or a related field.Experience with project scoping, structured problem-solving, strategic analysis and solution design.Strong understanding of economic development, policy benchmarking and business improvement methodologies.Experience working with senior stakeholders and securing buy-in for recommendations.Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills.Experience in a leading management consultancy, Big Four or MBB environment is highly desirable.Fluency in both English and Arabic is essential.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure and deadline-driven environment.Contract: Up to 12 months, with the possibility of extension.

Location: Dubai, UAEWork arrangement: On-sitePlease note that the hiring organisation is confidential at this stage.

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