Head - Strategic Planning & Execution

Head of Strategic Planning & Execution

AlDar Education is seeking an exceptional leader to drive the development, alignment, and tracking of the organization’s strategic direction and integrated planning. As a dynamic leader, you will bridge long‑term strategy with annual planning and budget cycles, ensuring alignment across functions and robust performance reporting.

• Coordinate and facilitate the annual strategic planning cycle and offsites, ensuring executive input and alignment.
• Consolidate departmental annual plans (objectives, KPIs, initiatives, manpower) and validate strategic fit.
• Own and update CXO and N‑1 scorecards across AE HQ; align KPIs with Group themes.
• Collaborate closely with Finance to integrate strategic assumptions into the budget and business plan.
• Prepare sections of the annual Strategic Business Plan deck presented to EXCOM and Board.
• Produce monthly, quarterly, and year‑end performance reports for EXCOM and Board.
• Work with the EPMO team to ensure strategic and transformation programs/projects are well structured, governed, and delivered.
• Support change management efforts for strategic initiatives and digital transformation programs.
• Translate external trends, competitor analysis, and market intelligence into actionable recommendations.
• Prepare impactful presentations and strategic materials for executive decision‑making.
• Ensure alignment between AE and Group strategy, including reporting and submissions.
• Act as focal point for the strategy planning calendar, ensuring cross‑functional integration of timelines.
• Maintain and enhance tools, dashboards, and processes related to performance tracking and scorecards.
• Support special projects and cross‑functional initiatives assigned by the Director of Strategy and CEO.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Education Management, or related field.
• Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• 8+ years in strategic planning, management consulting, or corporate strategy roles.
• Experience in top consulting firms or large‑scale strategy/PMO functions strongly preferred.
• Proven track record in developing strategy frameworks, business plans, and KPIs.

• Strong strategy development and execution capabilities.
• Advanced analytical skills (KPIs, performance dashboards, market intelligence).
• Familiarity with financial modelling and integrated planning.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with BI tools and dashboards preferred.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to influence without authority and work across cross‑functional teams.

AlDar Education offers an attractive remuneration package including medical & life insurance, flights, and education benefits. Employees have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.

AlDar Education is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals to join our company.