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<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p>POSITION: GRAPHIC DESIGNER</p><br><p>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</p><br><p>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to institutionalize the envisioned future and forward-thinking methodologies, while positioning Dubai as the leading city of the future.</p><br><p>In partnership with its local and global partners from governments, companies, startups, and entrepreneurs, DFF drives joint efforts to collectively imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</p><br><p>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the DFF runs and oversees many futureproofing projects and initiatives, such as the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution UAE, Dubai Future Accelerators, One Million Arab Coders, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Solutions, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Forum, etc.</p><br><p>DFF’s efforts to share knowledge, adopt innovation, support entrepreneurs and innovative startups, build capacity, and promote forward-thinking and foresight principles contribute to Dubai’s ambitions to be a role model for the cities of the future through the power of unlimited imagination, innovation, foresight and disruptive mindset.</p><br><p>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit the website: www.dubaifuture.ae</p><br><p>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</p><br><p>The Graphic Designer will report directly to the Deputy CEO &amp; Chief Operations Officer within Dubai Future Foundation.</p><br><p>As part of the COO team, your main objective will be to support the COO’s Office branding and communication efforts by delivering creative, innovative, and effective graphic design solutions.</p><br><p>THE GRAPHIC DESIGNER</p><br><p>As a Graphic Designer within the COO Office team, you will have a passion for creating visually appealing designs that communicate our brand's message effectively.</p><br><p>You will be responsible for designing a wide range of materials including digital and social media graphics, and more.</p><br><p>This role requires exceptional creativity, attention to detail, and a good understanding of branding and marketing principles.</p><br><p>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</p><br><p>• You will design creative and impactful graphic work that spans multidisciplinary aspects of design, including branding, layout design, digital newsletters, and data-driven design and infographics.</p><br><p>• You will employ brand identity design principles to ensure that all creations align with our brand standards and messages.</p><br><p>• You will collaborate with the marketing team to conceptualize and execute design concepts.</p><br><p>• You will research current design trends and incorporate them into your work to ensure our branding remains relevant and engaging.</p><br><p>• You will provide high-quality visuals for marketing campaigns, presentations, and other projects.</p><br><p>• You will prepare comprehensive design documentation and guidelines.</p><br><p>• You will employ Agile methodologies to manage design projects.</p><br><p>• You will participate actively in team meetings and reviews.</p><br><p>• You will ensure all designs comply with industry standards and best practices in graphic design.</p><br><p>• You will maintain comprehensive documentation of all design stages and changes.</p><br><p>WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT?</p><br><p>This role is important to the business because it supports our overarching goals of establishing a strong, recognizable brand and effectively communicating with our target audience.</p><br><p>As a key player in the Marcom team, the Graphic Designer develops creative solutions that resonate with our audience and drive engagement.</p><br><p>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS?</p><br><p>We will offer you a unique opportunity to work with people who are passionate about the future and establishing Dubai as one of the leading cities of the world.</p><br><p>You will have the chance to work on exciting and new projects and work in a highly diverse and fast-paced environment that fosters creativity, disruptive ideas, and innovation.</p><br><p>WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?</p><br><p>EDUCATION</p><br><p>• You will have a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field.</p><br><p>EXPERIENCE</p><br><p>• You will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in graphic design, evidenced by a strong portfolio showcasing your work.</p><br><p>DESIGN TOOLS</p><br><p>• You will have proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and After Effects.</p><br><p>DESIGN &amp; BRANDING</p><br><p>• You will have a strong understanding of branding, layout, color theory, and typography in digital and print media.</p><br><p>COMMUNICATION &amp; COLLABORATION</p><br><p>• You will have excellent communication and collaboration skills.</p><br><p>• You will have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.</p><br><p>WEB, MULTIMEDIA &amp; GENERATIVE AI</p><br><p>• You will have familiarity with web design and multimedia content development, which is considered a plus, including animation and Generative AI.</p><br><p>MARKETING &amp; ADVERTISING</p><br><p>• You will have an understanding of marketing and advertising principles.</p><br><p>AGILE</p><br><p>• You will have experience working in Agile development environments, which is advantageous.</p><br><p>ARABIC CONTENT</p><br><p>• You will have experience with Arabic content development.</p><br> <p>WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?</p><br><p>EDUCATION</p><br><p>• You will have a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field.</p><br><p>EXPERIENCE</p><br><p>• You will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in graphic design, evidenced by a strong portfolio showcasing your work.</p><br><p>DESIGN TOOLS</p><br><p>• You will have proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and After Effects.</p><br><p>DESIGN &amp; BRANDING</p><br><p>• You will have a strong understanding of branding, layout, color theory, and typography in digital and print media.</p><br><p>COMMUNICATION &amp; COLLABORATION</p><br><p>• You will have excellent communication and collaboration skills.</p><br><p>• You will have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.</p><br><p>WEB, MULTIMEDIA &amp; GENERATIVE AI</p><br><p>• You will have familiarity with web design and multimedia content development, which is considered a plus, including animation and Generative AI.</p><br><p>MARKETING &amp; ADVERTISING</p><br><p>• You will have an understanding of marketing and advertising principles.</p><br><p>AGILE</p><br><p>• You will have experience working in Agile development environments, which is advantageous.</p><br><p>ARABIC CONTENT</p><br><p>• You will have experience with Arabic content development.</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p><span>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to institutionalize the envisioned future and forward-thinking methodologies, while positioning Dubai as the leading city of the future.</span></p><br><p><span>In partnership with its local and global partners from governments, companies, startups, and entrepreneurs, DFF drives joint efforts to collectively imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</span></p><br><p><span>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the DFF runs and oversees many futureproofing projects and initiatives, such as the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution UAE, Dubai Future Accelerators, One Million Arab Coders, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Solutions, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Forum, etc.</span></p><br><p><span>DFF’s efforts to share knowledge, adopt innovation, support entrepreneurs and innovative startups, build capacity, and promote forward-thinking and foresight principles contribute to Dubai’s ambitions to be a role model for the cities of the future through the power of unlimited imagination, innovation, foresight and disruptive mindset.</span></p><br><p><span>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit the website: </span><span>www.dubaifuture.ae</span></p><br><p><span>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</span></p><br><p><span>This role is pivotal to advancing Dubai Future Foundation's capacity to capture, protect, and commercialize the intellectual output of its affiliated research institutes.</span></p><br><p><span>It underpins the establishment of a world-class Technology Transfer Office aligned with global best practices, driving the systems, processes, and partnerships necessary to convert research into high-impact market outcomes.</span></p><br><p><span>Through this work, the role contributes directly to Dubai's ambition of becoming a leading innovation and commercialization hub — where knowledge generated today becomes the economic engine of tomorrow.</span></p><br><p><span>TECH TRANSFER MANAGER</span></p><br><p><span>As the Tech Transfer Manager, you will oversee the identification, protection, management, and commercialization of intellectual property (IP) generated by research institutes affiliated with the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF).</span></p><br><p><span>The role serves as the core operational gateway between research, legal/IP protection, and market commercialization, ensuring that discoveries are captured early, strategically protected, and translated into high-value market outcomes, including licensing, venture creation, and strategic industry partnerships.</span></p><br><p><span>YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES</span></p><br><p><span>IP INTAKE, EVALUATION &amp; PROTECTION</span></p><br><p><span>• You will oversee the mandatory IP disclosure process across DFF-affiliated research institutes.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will manage a centralized IP disclosure and tracking system, ensuring timely capture prior to any public disclosure.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will conduct initial commercial and patentability assessments, evaluating novelty, protectability, market need, strategic relevance, and feasibility for progression to MVP or commercialization.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will coordinate with external patent counsel to develop and execute filing strategies, including provisional, PCT, and national phase filings.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will ensure standardized IP assignment and inventor royalty-sharing frameworks are applied consistently across DFF entities.</span></p><br><p><span>IP PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT</span></p><br><p><span>• You will build and manage a strategic IP portfolio aligned with DFF priority sectors, including deep tech, future industries, advanced manufacturing, biotechnology, and AI.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will develop commercialization and protection strategies for IP assets, including defensive, licensing-first, and spin-out-ready approaches.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will maintain accurate IP records, prosecution timelines, and cost tracking mechanisms.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will regularly review portfolio performance and recommend pruning, continuation, or escalation strategies as appropriate.</span></p><br><p><span>COMMERCIALIZATION &amp; MARKET ENGAGEMENT</span></p><br><p><span>• You will lead commercialization pathways for DFF technologies, including technology licensing, Joint Development Agreements (JDAs), and spin-out company formation in collaboration with venture creation teams.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will prepare non-confidential technology summaries, pitch materials, and commercialization collateral for industry partners and investors.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will support industry matchmaking efforts in partnership with industry liaisons and business development teams.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will participate in reverse pitches, demo days, and partner briefings to showcase DFF technologies and innovation capabilities.</span></p><br><p><span>RESEARCHER ENGAGEMENT &amp; CAPACITY BUILDING</span></p><br><p><span>• You will act as the primary interface for researchers and inventors, building trust and fostering commercial awareness across the research ecosystem.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will deliver IP and commercialization training sessions to research staff, covering topics such as disclosure best practices, publication timing, and IP strategy.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will advise researchers on aligning technical development with market needs while maintaining academic rigor.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will foster a commercialization-positive research culture across DFF laboratories and affiliated institutes.</span></p><br><p><span>GOVERNANCE, POLICY &amp; PROCESS DEVELOPMENT</span></p><br><p><span>• You will support the development and continuous improvement of IP policies, disclosure procedures, royalty and equity distribution frameworks, and conflict-of-interest processes.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will ensure compliance with UAE laws, international IP frameworks, and DFF governance standards.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will prepare internal reports and dashboards covering disclosure volumes, patents filed and granted, licensing activity, and commercialization outcomes.</span></p><br><p><span>COLLABORATION &amp; ECOSYSTEM INTEGRATION</span></p><br><p><span>• You will work closely with venture managers, industry liaisons, and legal, finance, and policy teams to support commercialization and ecosystem development initiatives.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will represent DFF within regional and international innovation ecosystems, including universities, investors, accelerators, corporates, and research institutions.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will benchmark DFF’s Technology Transfer Office performance against leading global technology transfer organizations and recommend continuous improvement opportunities.</span></p><br><p><span>WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT?</span></p><br><p><span>This role is key to ensuring the effective capture and commercialization of intellectual property generated by Dubai Future Foundation's affiliated research institutes, enabling sound operational decision-making and ensuring discoveries are protected and utilized strategically.</span></p><br><p><span>It serves as the critical link between research output and market opportunity — translating innovation into tangible economic value through licensing, venture creation, and industry partnerships.</span></p><br><p><span>By embedding rigorous technology transfer practices and globally aligned processes, it supports the establishment of a world-class Technology Transfer Office and drives the delivery of priorities across IP protection, commercialization, and ecosystem collaboration.</span></p><br><p><span>In doing so, it contributes directly to Dubai's ambition of becoming a leading global hub for innovation and knowledge-based growth.</span></p><br><p><span>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS?</span></p><br><p><span>We will offer you a unique opportunity to work with people who are passionate about the future and establishing Dubai as one of the leading cities of the world.</span></p><br><p><span>You will have the chance to work on exciting and new projects, work in a highly diverse and fast-paced environment that fosters creativity, disruptive ideas, and innovation.</span></p><br> <p><span>WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?</span></p><br><p><span>• You will have minimum 5 years of professional experience, preferably in research, innovation, or ecosystem development.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will have good understanding of intellectual property concepts, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and related IP principles.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will have familiarity with IP processes such as registration, protection, and commercialization, as well as frameworks such as WIPO or UAE IP regime.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will have proven ability to manage projects or coordinate across multiple stakeholders.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will have strong communication, project management, and organizational skills.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Law, Policy, International Relations, IP Management, or a related field.</span></p><br><p><span>• Proficiency in Arabic is a plus.</span></p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p>POSITION: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT</p><br><p>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</p><br><p>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to institutionalize the envisioned future and forward-thinking methodologies, while positioning Dubai as the leading city of the future.</p><br><p>In partnership with its local and global partners from governments, companies, startups, and entrepreneurs, DFF drives joint efforts to collectively imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</p><br><p>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the DFF runs and oversees many futureproofing projects and initiatives, such as the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution UAE, Dubai Future Accelerators, One Million Arab Coders, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Solutions, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Forum, etc.</p><br><p>DFF’s efforts to share knowledge, adopt innovation, support entrepreneurs and innovative startups, build capacity, and promote forward-thinking and foresight principles contribute to Dubai’s ambitions to be a role model for the cities of the future through the power of unlimited imagination, innovation, foresight and disruptive mindset.</p><br><p>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit the website: www.dubaifuture.ae</p><br><p>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</p><br><p>This role is responsible for supporting the Executive Office through effective coordination, communication, and follow-through on strategic priorities.</p><br><p>It supports organizational efficiency by keeping leadership priorities on track, ensuring smooth stakeholder coordination, and enabling effective decision-making.</p><br><p>EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT</p><br><p>As the Executive Assistant, you will support the Executive Office in managing strategic priorities, communications, and day-to-day operational flow, ensuring alignment, responsiveness, and efficient execution across leadership initiatives.</p><br><p>The Executive Assistant will act as a key coordination point between the Executive Office and internal/external stakeholders, driving follow-through on priority actions and maintaining a well-organized, agile executive environment.</p><br><p>YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES</p><br><p>• You will manage diaries and coordinate meetings, ensuring efficient scheduling and prioritization of the Executive's time.</p><br><p>• You will coordinate and track priority initiatives and key action items within the Executive Office, ensuring timely follow-up and execution across stakeholders.</p><br><p>• You will support the Executive Office in managing strategic priorities, communications, and day-to-day operational flow to ensure alignment and efficiency.</p><br><p>• You will liaise with senior internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the Executive Office, maintaining a high level of professionalism, discretion, and responsiveness.</p><br><p>• You will monitor incoming requests, correspondence, and matters requiring executive attention, helping prioritize and escalate issues appropriately.</p><br><p>• You will support the planning, coordination, and follow-through of high-priority meetings, projects, and cross-functional initiatives.</p><br><p>• You will proactively identify coordination gaps, pending actions, and operational bottlenecks, helping drive resolution and momentum across initiatives.</p><br><p>• You will maintain oversight of key deliverables and timelines related to strategic projects and leadership priorities.</p><br><p>• You will contribute to creating a well-organized, agile, and responsive Executive Office environment that supports effective decision-making and execution.</p><br><p>• You will manage confidential and sensitive information with the utmost discretion and professional judgment.</p><br><p>• You will process expense reports, invoices, and reimbursements related to the Executive Office.</p><br><p>• You will maintain organized filing systems and document repositories for easy retrieval of key materials.</p><br><p>• You will manage administrative tasks for the Executive as needed, handled with appropriate discretion.</p><br><p>• You will coordinate internal and external events, offsites, and functions hosted or attended by the Executive.</p><br><p>• You will oversee the Executive Office and its facilities, ensuring a well-organized and functional working environment.</p><br><p>WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT?</p><br><p>This role is central to keeping the Executive Office running smoothly and strategically.</p><br><p>By managing priorities, correspondence, and stakeholder coordination, the Executive Assistant ensures leadership can focus on decision-making without operational drag.</p><br><p>Through proactive follow-through and strong discretion, this role supports timely execution of key initiatives and a consistently professional executive presence.</p><br><p>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS?</p><br><p>We will offer you a professional and fast-paced work environment where discretion, organization, and collaboration are valued.</p><br><p>You will work closely with senior leadership and diverse teams, gaining broad exposure to strategic priorities and executive operations, with opportunities to build expertise, take ownership, and make a meaningful day-to-day impact.</p><br><p>WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?</p><br><p>EXPERIENCE</p><br><p>• You will have a minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or in a related executive-support role.</p><br><p>• You will have proven experience managing calendars, correspondence, and stakeholder coordination at a senior level.</p><br><p>SKILLS &amp; COMPETENCIES</p><br><p>• You will have strong organizational and project-tracking skills, with high attention to detail and discretion in handling sensitive matters.</p><br><p>• You will demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise confidently with senior internal and external stakeholders.</p><br><p>LANGUAGES</p><br><p>• Proficiency in Arabic and English is mandatory.</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> Life at Dubai Future Foundation Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to institutionalize the envisioned future and forward-thinking methodologies, while positioning Dubai as the leading city of the future. In partnership with its local and global partners from governments, companies, startups, and entrepreneurs, DFF drives joint efforts to collectively imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity. Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the DFF runs and oversees many futureproofing projects and initiatives, such as the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution UAE, Dubai Future Accelerators, One Million Arab Coders, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Solutions, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Forum, etc. DFF’s efforts to share knowledge, adopt innovation, support entrepreneurs and innovative startups, build capacity, and promote forward thinking and foresight principles contribute to Dubai’s ambitions to be a role model for the cities of the future through the power of unlimited imagination, innovation, foresight and disruptive mindset. For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit the website: www.dubaifuture.ae Where does this role fit into the bigger picture? This role is critical to ensuring strong financial management and transparent resource allocation. It underpins operational excellence and supports the activation of RDI initiatives, contributing to Dubai’s ambition of becoming a future-forward innovation hub. Finance Manager Position: Finance Manager Dubai Future Foundation As the Finance Manager, you will oversee all financial operations, ensuring efficient budgeting, forecasting, and reporting in a research, innovation, and policy-driven environment, while ensuring adequate liquidity and mitigating financial risks. In this role, the Finance Manager will provide transparent, data-driven insights to inform decision-making and enable the organization’s strategic growth. Your Responsibilities • You will oversee cash flow management, ensuring adequate liquidity, timely supplier payments, efficient payroll cycles and optimizing working capital • You will lead the preparation of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and long-term financial plans aligned with the organization's strategic objectives • You will manage timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and public-sector processes • You will implement and monitor robust internal controls to safeguard assets, ensure compliance, and mitigate financial risks • You will provide financial analysis and actionable insights to support strategic decision-making, business cases, and cost optimization initiatives • You will oversee financial aspects of grant management, including disbursement, monitoring, and adherence to funding agreements • You will promote accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement in financial management practices Why this role is important? This role is key to ensuring financial integrity, enabling sound decision making, and ensuring resources are deployed effectively. By embedding rigorous financial practices, it supports growth, innovation, and the delivery of strategic priorities. What Dubai Future Foundation offers? We will offer you a unique opportunity to work with people who are passionate about the future and establishing Dubai as one of the leading cities of the world. You will have the chance to work on exciting and new projects, work in a highly diverse and fast paced environment that fosters creativity, disruptive ideas, and innovation. Who we’re looking for? Position: Finance Manager Dubai Future Foundation • You will have 7+ years of progressive finance experience, including accountability for end-to-end financial operations • You will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field with; professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) preferred • You will have demonstrated expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, and reporting • You will have strong knowledge of financial regulations, compliance requirements, grant disbursement protocols, and risk management practices • You will have proven track record of implementing internal controls, ensuring audit readiness, and driving cost-efficiency initiatives • You will have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to collaborate effectively • You will have ability to align financial planning with business strategy and support long-term organizational goals Position: Finance Manager Dubai Future Foundation<br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><p>Absolutely — here is the <strong>Finance Manager</strong> JD in the same Oracle-friendly format as the others, keeping the wording as close as possible while cleaning up the formatting and removing the duplicated position lines.</p><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><p></p><br><p><span>POSITION: FINANCE MANAGER</span></p><br><p><span>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to institutionalize the envisioned future and forward-thinking methodologies, while positioning Dubai as the leading city of the future.</span></p><br><p><span>In partnership with its local and global partners from governments, companies, startups, and entrepreneurs, DFF drives joint efforts to collectively imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</span></p><br><p><span>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the DFF runs and oversees many futureproofing projects and initiatives, such as the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution UAE, Dubai Future Accelerators, One Million Arab Coders, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Solutions, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Forum, etc.</span></p><br><p><span>DFF’s efforts to share knowledge, adopt innovation, support entrepreneurs and innovative startups, build capacity, and promote forward-thinking and foresight principles contribute to Dubai’s ambitions to be a role model for the cities of the future through the power of unlimited imagination, innovation, foresight and disruptive mindset.</span></p><br><p><span>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit the website: </span><span>www.dubaifuture.ae</span></p><br><p><span>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</span></p><br><p><span>This role is critical to ensuring strong financial management and transparent resource allocation. It underpins operational excellence and supports the activation of RDI initiatives, contributing to Dubai’s ambition of becoming a future-forward innovation hub.</span></p><br><p><span>FINANCE MANAGER</span></p><br><p><span>As the Finance Manager, you will oversee all financial operations, ensuring efficient budgeting, forecasting, and reporting in a research, innovation, and policy-driven environment, while ensuring adequate liquidity and mitigating financial risks.</span></p><br><p><span>In this role, the Finance Manager will provide transparent, data-driven insights to inform decision-making and enable the organization’s strategic growth.</span></p><br><p><span>YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES</span></p><br><p><span>• You will oversee cash flow management, ensuring adequate liquidity, timely supplier payments, efficient payroll cycles and optimizing working capital.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will lead the preparation of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and long-term financial plans aligned with the organization's strategic objectives.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will manage timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and public-sector processes.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will implement and monitor robust internal controls to safeguard assets, ensure compliance, and mitigate financial risks.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will provide financial analysis and actionable insights to support strategic decision-making, business cases, and cost optimization initiatives.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will oversee financial aspects of grant management, including disbursement, monitoring, and adherence to funding agreements.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will promote accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement in financial management practices.</span></p><br><p><span>WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT?</span></p><br><p><span>This role is key to ensuring financial integrity, enabling sound decision-making, and ensuring resources are deployed effectively.</span></p><br><p><span>By embedding rigorous financial practices, it supports growth, innovation, and the delivery of strategic priorities.</span></p><br><p><span>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS?</span></p><br><p><span>We will offer you a unique opportunity to work with people who are passionate about the future and establishing Dubai as one of the leading cities of the world.</span></p><br><p><span>You will have the chance to work on exciting and new projects, work in a highly diverse and fast-paced environment that fosters creativity, disruptive ideas, and innovation.</span></p><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br> <p><span>WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?</span></p><br><p><span>EXPERIENCE</span></p><br><p><span>• You will have 7+ years of progressive finance experience, including accountability for end-to-end financial operations.</span></p><br><p><span>EDUCATION &amp; PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS</span></p><br><p><span>• You will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.</span></p><br><p><span>• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) is preferred.</span></p><br><p><span>FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT</span></p><br><p><span>• You will have demonstrated expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting.</span></p><br><p><span>• You will have strong knowledge of financial regulations, compliance requirements, grant disbursement protocols, and risk management practices.</span></p><br><p><span>INTERNAL CONTROLS &amp; COMPLIANCE</span></p><br><p><span>• You will have a proven track record of implementing internal controls, ensuring audit readiness, and driving cost-efficiency initiatives.</span></p><br><p><span>STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT</span></p><br><p><span>• You will have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively.</span></p><br><p><span>STRATEGIC FINANCIAL PLANNING</span></p><br><p><span>• You will have the ability to align financial planning with business strategy and support long-term organizational goals.</span></p><br><br><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</p><br><p>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to keep Dubai 10 years ahead, institutionalizing future-oriented thinking and forward-looking methodologies that position Dubai as the leading city of the future.</p><br><p>In collaboration with government entities, global institutions, startups, and innovators, DFF drives collective efforts to imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</p><br><p>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the Foundation oversees a portfolio of initiatives that include the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, Dubai Future Accelerators, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Forum, Dubai Centre for AI, and the Dubai RDI Program.</p><br><p>Through these platforms, DFF institutionalizes foresight, enables innovation, builds talent, and designs the systems and industries that will keep Dubai 10 years ahead in every dimension of its future.</p><br><p>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit the website: www.dubaifuture.ae</p><br><p>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</p><br><p>The Manager, Strategic Initiatives sits within the Strategy function, supporting the Institute's key strategic priorities — Research Centre activation, governance and organisation design, and commercialisation.</p><br><p>The role bridges leadership's strategic vision with on-the-ground execution, working closely with Research Centre teams, TTO, Investments &amp; Deal Structuring, External Outreach, and Support Services, and forms part of the analytical foundation of the Institute's growing embedded strategy capability.</p><br><p>MANAGER, STRATEGIC INITIATIVES</p><br><p>As the Manager, Strategic Initiatives, you will support the delivery of strategic priorities through rigorous research, analysis, project delivery, and stakeholder coordination.</p><br><p>The role will contribute to Research Centre activation, commercialisation initiatives, governance and organisation design, while providing analytical and execution support to senior leadership and governance committees.</p><br><p>WORKSTREAM DELIVERY</p><br><p>• You will support and independently deliver workstreams across strategic initiatives, including Research Centre activation and commercialisation projects.</p><br><p>• You will conduct research, benchmarking and data analysis, including against comparable global research institutes.</p><br><p>ANALYSIS &amp; REPORTING</p><br><p>• You will develop presentations, reports and business cases for senior leadership and governance committees.</p><br><p>• You will coordinate project plans, risks, milestones and actions across strategic initiatives.</p><br><p>ORGANISATION &amp; GOVERNANCE SUPPORT</p><br><p>• You will support operating model, governance and organisation design work for HQ functions and Research Centres.</p><br><p>• You will engage stakeholders and monitor implementation progress against milestones.</p><br><p>CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT</p><br><p>• You will contribute to continuous improvement of the team's methodologies and tools.</p><br><p>WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT?</p><br><p>This role turns strategic priorities into action through rigorous research, benchmarking and analysis that inform senior leadership and governance decisions, and through hands-on project delivery that keeps initiatives on track.</p><br><p>It is a foundational role in building the Institute's strategic and organisational maturity as it scales.</p><br><p>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS?</p><br><p>DFF offers a dynamic and mission-driven environment that values collaboration, excellence, and measurable impact.</p><br><p>You will work alongside multidisciplinary teams passionate about execution, innovation, and the future of Dubai.</p><br><p>Expect diverse challenges, high-level exposure, and the opportunity to contribute directly to shaping Dubai’s readiness for the future.</p><br> <p>WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?</p><br><p>QUALIFICATIONS &amp; EXPERIENCE</p><br><p>• You will have 5–8 years of experience in strategy, management consulting, PMO or transformation.</p><br><p>• Exposure to research, scientific, or government/quasi-government institutions is an advantage.</p><br><p>• You will have a Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Public Policy or a related field.</p><br><p>• A Master's degree, MBA or equivalent, is preferred.</p><br><p>SKILLS &amp; COMPETENCIES</p><br><p>• You will have strong analytical capability.</p><br><p>• You will have strong research and benchmarking skills.</p><br><p>• You will have strong business writing skills.</p><br><p>• You will have strong problem-solving skills.</p><br><p>• You will have strong project management skills.</p><br><p>• You will have strong communication skills.</p><br><p>• You will have the ability to work effectively as part of a team.</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p>POSITION: MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER</p><br><p>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</p><br><p>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to institutionalize the envisioned future and forward-thinking methodologies, while positioning Dubai as the leading city of the future.</p><br><p>In partnership with its local and global partners from governments, companies, startups, and entrepreneurs, DFF drives joint efforts to collectively imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</p><br><p>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the DFF runs and oversees many futureproofing projects and initiatives, such as the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution UAE, Dubai Future Accelerators, One Million Arab Coders, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Solutions, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Forum, etc.</p><br><p>DFF’s efforts to share knowledge, adopt innovation, support entrepreneurs and innovative startups, build capacity, and promote forward-thinking and foresight principles contribute to Dubai’s ambitions to be a role model for the cities of the future through the power of unlimited imagination, innovation, foresight and disruptive mindset.</p><br><p>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit the website: www.dubaifuture.ae</p><br><p>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</p><br><p>This role is critical to shaping the organization’s voice and visibility, strengthening stakeholder engagement, and amplifying its impact. It underpins operational excellence and enables the effective activation of RDI initiatives, helping to advance a future-forward mission.</p><br><p>POSITION: MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER</p><br><p>As the Marketing and Communications Manager, you will shape and execute strategies that highlight the organization’s achievements and position Dubai as a global leading RDI hub.</p><br><p>The Marketing and Communications Manager will create marketing and media campaigns, engage diverse audiences, and build a strong global brand presence by driving campaigns that elevate the organization’s profile and support its innovation-led objectives.</p><br><p>YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES</p><br><p>• You will develop and implement comprehensive marketing and communications plans aligned with RDI goals to enhance global presence and attract talent.</p><br><p>• You will create compelling content and digital campaigns across platforms to engage diverse audiences.</p><br><p>• You will coordinate with internal teams to promote achievements, milestones, and success stories.</p><br><p>• You will manage stakeholder communications to ensure consistent messaging.</p><br><p>• You will analyze market and audience insights to refine strategies and measure impact.</p><br><p>• You will plan and deliver high-profile events, conferences, and announcements that showcase Dubai’s RDI agenda.</p><br><p>• You will develop and implement crisis communication plans to manage reputational risks and ensure timely, coordinated responses across stakeholders and media channels.</p><br><p>• You will maintain brand guidelines to ensure all communications reinforce organizational values and global positioning.</p><br><p>• You will lead media and press engagement, including managing direct outreach to local and international outlets and coordinating with government press offices.</p><br><p>WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT?</p><br><p>This role is key to driving clear, consistent, and impactful communications, building strong external partnerships, and fostering internal alignment. By leading strategic marketing and storytelling, it ensures that innovation and outcomes are shared widely, creating credibility, influence, and momentum.</p><br><p>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS?</p><br><p>We will offer you a unique opportunity to work with people who are passionate about the future and establishing Dubai as one of the leading cities of the world.</p><br><p>You will have the chance to work on exciting and new projects, work in a highly diverse and fast-paced environment that fosters creativity, disruptive ideas, and innovation.</p><br> <p>WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?</p><br><p>• You will have 7+ years of progressive marketing and communications experience, ideally within RDI or technology-driven environments.</p><br><p>• You will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.</p><br><p>• You will have a proven track record in developing successful campaigns that engage both technical and non-technical audiences.</p><br><p>• You will have strong storytelling, content creation, and editorial skills.</p><br><p>• You will have proficiency in digital marketing platforms, social media strategy, and analytics tools.</p><br><p>• You will have excellent stakeholder management skills, including experience engaging government, industry, academia, and international partners.</p><br><p>• You will have experience in event planning, public relations, and crisis communication.</p><br><p>• Proficiency in Arabic is a plus.</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</p><br><p>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to institutionalize the envisioned future and forward-thinking methodologies, while positioning Dubai as the leading city of the future.</p><br><p>In partnership with its local and global partners from governments, companies, startups, and entrepreneurs, DFF drives joint efforts to collectively imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</p><br><p>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the DFF runs and oversees many futureproofing projects and initiatives, such as the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution UAE, Dubai Future Accelerators, One Million Arab Coders, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Solutions, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Forum, etc.</p><br><p>DFF’s efforts to share knowledge, adopt innovation, support entrepreneurs and innovative startups, build capacity, and promote forward-thinking and foresight principles contribute to Dubai’s ambitions to be a role model for the cities of the future through the power of unlimited imagination, innovation, foresight and disruptive mindset.</p><br><p>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit the website: www.dubaifuture.ae</p><br><p>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</p><br><p>The Dubai RDI Grant Programme, established under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, is building a portfolio of grant-giving mechanisms that span the full RDI value chain from Talent Discovery through to Industrialisation &amp; Scaling.</p><br><p>The MEL Specialist plays a critical role in establishing the measurement, evaluation, and learning infrastructure required to ensure that the programme's investments deliver measurable and verifiable outcomes.</p><br><p>The role will build the programme's Theory of Change, logical framework, and real-time impact monitoring infrastructure from the ground up, turning the programme's ambition of being "the most trusted, outcome-driven RDI hub by 2030" into measurable, verifiable reality.</p><br><p>MEL SPECIALIST</p><br><p>As the MEL Specialist, you will lead the development and operationalisation of the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) framework for the Dubai RDI Grant Programme.</p><br><p>You will establish the systems, frameworks, indicators, and reporting mechanisms required to measure the performance and impact of the programme across its portfolio of grant instruments.</p><br><p>The role will work closely with the RDI team and a diverse range of stakeholders to ensure that evidence, learning, and impact measurement are embedded into grant management and programme decision-making.</p><br><p>YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES</p><br><p>THEORY OF CHANGE (TOC) DEVELOPMENT</p><br><p>• You will co-design a multi-level ToC with the RDI team covering all grant instruments, including project grants, challenge funds, discovery grants, translation grants, and rapid innovation funds.</p><br><p>• You will map causal pathways from inputs → activities → outputs → outcomes → impact, aligned to Dubai's four priority sectors: Cognitive Cities, Health &amp; Life Science, Environmental Science, and Space.</p><br><p>• You will document assumptions, risks, and external factors affecting the change pathways at each Technology Readiness Level (TRL) stage.</p><br><p>LOGICAL FRAMEWORK (LOGFRAME) DESIGN</p><br><p>• You will develop a master logframe with SMART indicators at output, outcome, and impact levels for each grant instrument in the portfolio.</p><br><p>• You will define baselines, data sources, collection methods, and milestone targets for all indicators.</p><br><p>• You will build a supplementary Results Framework to track cross-cutting contributions, including Emirati researcher participation, IP generation, private sector co-investment leverage ratios, publications, and spinout creation.</p><br><p>DASHBOARD &amp; REPORTING SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS</p><br><p>• You will define requirements for a real-time, dashboard-driven monitoring system accessible to DFF leadership and external stakeholders, enabling transparent, public accountability.</p><br><p>• You will specify KPI taxonomy, data flows, reporting cadences (monthly/quarterly/annual), and milestone-based tranche release tracking logic.</p><br><p>• You will produce a Data Management Plan covering collection tools, storage, access rights, and quality assurance protocols.</p><br><p>MEL OPERATIONALISATION</p><br><p>• You will design grantee reporting templates aligned to the logframe and milestone schedule.</p><br><p>• You will develop mid-term and end-of-grant evaluation protocols, including contribution analysis across the portfolio.</p><br><p>• You will establish a Learning Series framework structured around semi-annual reviews, surfacing lessons from both successes and failures across all grant streams.</p><br><p>CAPACITY BUILDING &amp; EMBEDDING</p><br><p>• You will train RDI programme staff on MEL principles, data collection, and evidence-based grant management.</p><br><p>• You will produce a MEL Handbook as a standing institutional reference for current and future team members.</p><br><p>WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT?</p><br><p>This role is key to ensuring that the Dubai RDI Grant Programme is able to measure, demonstrate, and continuously improve the impact of its investments across the RDI value chain.</p><br><p>By establishing robust monitoring, evaluation, and learning frameworks, the role will enable evidence-based decision-making, strengthen accountability, and provide leadership with clear insights into programme performance and outcomes.</p><br><p>The role will also help embed a culture of learning across the grant portfolio, ensuring that lessons from both successes and challenges are captured and used to continuously improve future grant programmes and investments.</p><br><p>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS?</p><br><p>We will offer you a unique opportunity to work with people who are passionate about the future and establishing Dubai as one of the leading cities of the world.</p><br><p>You will have the chance to work on exciting and new projects, work in a highly diverse and fast-paced environment that fosters creativity, disruptive ideas, and innovation.</p><br><p>WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?</p><br><p>MEL METHODOLOGY</p><br><p>• You will be an expert in Theory of Change, logframe design, Results-Based Management (RBM), and outcome harvesting.</p><br><p>INDICATORS &amp; DATA</p><br><p>• You will have experience designing quantitative and qualitative indicator sets, including baselines, targets, and data quality assessments.</p><br><p>MONITORING SYSTEMS</p><br><p>• You will have experience specifying dashboard and reporting requirements and be familiar with Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent platforms.</p><br><p>RDI / INNOVATION CONTEXT</p><br><p>• You will have knowledge of research funding ecosystems, TRL frameworks, and innovation value chains.</p><br><p>EVALUATION METHODS</p><br><p>• You will be proficient in developmental evaluation, contribution analysis, and portfolio-level impact assessment.</p><br><p>STAKEHOLDER FACILITATION</p><br><p>• You will have experience leading ToC workshops with diverse stakeholders, including academics, government entities, industry partners, and funders.</p><br><p>COMMUNICATION</p><br><p>• You will have the ability to translate complex MEL data into accessible insights for leadership and public audiences.</p><br><p>EDUCATION</p><br><p>• You will have a Master's degree in International Development, Public Policy, Evaluation, or a related discipline.</p><br><p>EXPERIENCE</p><br><p>• You will have a minimum of 7 years of experience in MEL roles.</p><br><p>• Experience within an R&amp;D programme or innovation ecosystem is strongly preferred.</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p><strong>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</strong></p><br><p>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to keep Dubai 10 years ahead, institutionalizing future-oriented thinking and forward-looking methodologies that position Dubai as the leading city of the future.</p><br><p>In collaboration with government entities, global institutions, startups, and innovators, DFF drives collective efforts to imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</p><br><p>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the Foundation oversees a portfolio of initiatives that include the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, Dubai Future Accelerators, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Forum, Dubai Centre for AI, and the Dubai RDI Program.</p><br><p>Through these platforms, DFF institutionalizes foresight, enables innovation, builds talent, and designs the systems and industries that will keep Dubai 10 years ahead in every dimension of its future.</p><br><p>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit www.dubaifuture.ae</p><br><p><strong>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</strong></p><br><p>The Graphic Designer will report directly to the Deputy CEO &amp; Chief Operations Officer within Dubai Future Foundation.</p><br><p>As part of the COO team, the main objective of this role is to support the COO’s Office branding and communication efforts by delivering creative, innovative, and effective graphic design solutions.</p><br><p>The Graphic Designer will create visually engaging designs that communicate the Foundation’s brand and messages effectively. The role will be responsible for developing a wide range of creative materials, including digital and social media graphics, presentations, visual communications, and other design assets, bringing exceptional creativity, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of branding and marketing principles to every project.</p><br><p><strong>WHY IS THIS ROLE IMPORTANT?</strong></p><br><p>This role supports the Foundation’s overarching goals of establishing a strong, recognizable brand and effectively communicating with its target audiences.</p><br><p>As a key member of the COO team, the Graphic Designer will develop creative solutions that effectively communicate key messages, enhance visual engagement, and support the delivery of strategic initiatives and communications.</p><br><p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><br><p>• Design creative and impactful graphic materials spanning multiple areas of design, including branding, layout design, digital newsletters, data-driven design, and infographics.</p><br><p>• Apply brand identity and design principles to ensure all creative outputs align with established brand standards and messaging.</p><br><p>• Collaborate with the marketing and relevant internal teams to conceptualize and execute creative design concepts.</p><br><p>• Research current design trends and incorporate relevant approaches to ensure visual communications remain contemporary, engaging, and effective.</p><br><p>• Develop high-quality visual assets for marketing campaigns, presentations, internal communications, and other strategic projects.</p><br><p>• Prepare comprehensive design documentation, templates, and guidelines to support consistency across deliverables.</p><br><p>• Apply Agile methodologies and structured project management approaches to manage design projects and deliverables effectively.</p><br><p>• Participate actively in team meetings, creative reviews, and feedback sessions.</p><br><p>• Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards and graphic design best practices.</p><br><p>• Maintain comprehensive documentation of design processes, stages, revisions, and final outputs.</p><br><p>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS</p><br><p>DFF offers a dynamic and mission-driven environment that values collaboration, excellence, and measurable impact.</p><br><p>You will work alongside multidisciplinary teams passionate about execution, innovation, and shaping the future of Dubai.</p><br><p>Expect diverse challenges, high-level exposure, and the opportunity to contribute directly to initiatives that support Dubai’s readiness for the future.</p><br> <p><strong>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p><br><p>• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field.</p><br><p>• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in graphic design, supported by a strong portfolio demonstrating relevant work.</p><br><p><strong>SKILLS &amp; COMPETENCIES</strong></p><br><p>• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and After Effects.</p><br><p>• Strong understanding of branding, layout, colour theory, and typography across digital and print media.</p><br><p>• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.</p><br><p>• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.</p><br><p>• Familiarity with web design and multimedia content development is an advantage, including animation and Generative AI tools.</p><br><p>• Understanding of marketing and advertising principles.</p><br><p>• Experience working in Agile development environments is an advantage.</p><br><p>• Experience in developing and adapting Arabic content.</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p><strong>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</strong></p><br><p>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to keep Dubai 10 years ahead, institutionalizing future-oriented thinking and forward-looking methodologies that position Dubai as the leading city of the future.</p><br><p>In collaboration with government entities, global institutions, startups, and innovators, DFF drives collective efforts to imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</p><br><p>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the Foundation oversees a portfolio of initiatives that include the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, Dubai Future Accelerators, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Forum, Dubai Centre for AI, and the Dubai RDI Program.</p><br><p>Through these platforms, DFF institutionalizes foresight, enables innovation, builds talent, and designs the systems and industries that will keep Dubai 10 years ahead in every dimension of its future.</p><br><p>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit www.dubaifuture.ae.</p><br><p><strong>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</strong></p><br><p>This role is the financial backbone of DFF’s portfolio. The FP&amp;A Associate Manager owns the financial insights that underpin how DFF plans, spends, and invests.</p><br><p>The role is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the Foundation’s accounts, developing and safeguarding the annual budget, and maintaining a forward-looking view of financial performance through rigorous forecasting and analysis.</p><br><p>Embedded across project teams and corporate services, the role translates financial data into actionable insights that enable leadership to allocate resources effectively, fund strategic initiatives, and ensure financial discipline across the portfolio.</p><br><p>The role combines strong financial stewardship with analytical thinking, requiring the ability to manage financial reporting, challenge forecasts, and assess the financial rationale behind major investments.</p><br><p><strong>FP&amp;A ASSOCIATE MANAGER</strong></p><br><p><strong>FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP &amp; ACCOUNT MAINTENANCE</strong></p><br><p>• Support the maintenance and integrity of DFF’s accounts, ensuring financial records are accurate, complete, and reconciled.</p><br><p>• Maintain a reliable and up-to-date view of the Foundation’s financial position across entities, initiatives, and cost centres.</p><br><p>• Partner with Accounting and Corporate Services to support month-end and year-end close, reconciliations, and reporting cycles.</p><br><p>• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies, controls, and approval frameworks, proactively identifying and flagging gaps or risks.</p><br><p>• Maintain clean and well-structured financial data and a single source of truth for downstream analysis and reporting.</p><br><p><strong>BUDGETING &amp; ANNUAL PLANNING</strong></p><br><p>• Lead the development of DFF’s annual budget, working with project teams and Corporate Services to build accurate, bottom-up plans.</p><br><p>• Translate strategic priorities and initiatives into funded and appropriately resourced budget lines.</p><br><p>• Manage the annual planning cycle end-to-end, including templates, timelines, consolidation, review, and sign-off.</p><br><p>• Constructively challenge budget submissions, testing assumptions and ensuring expenditure is justified and aligned with strategic priorities.</p><br><p>• Establish clear budget ownership and accountability across departments, with defined baselines against which performance can be measured.</p><br><p><strong>FORECASTING, SPEND ANALYSIS &amp; PERFORMANCE</strong></p><br><p>• Develop and maintain rolling budget forecasts, updating them as actuals, commitments, and business conditions change.</p><br><p>• Track and analyze DFF’s expenditure across projects and corporate functions, understanding what is being spent, where, why, and against which budget.</p><br><p>• Conduct variance analysis across budget, actuals, and forecasts, identifying key drivers and recommending corrective actions.</p><br><p>• Work closely with project teams and Corporate Services to understand expenditure at source, anticipate potential overruns, and provide timely financial guidance.</p><br><p>• Build dashboards and financial reports that provide leadership with a clear and current view of financial performance and burn rate.</p><br><p>• Deliver scenario and sensitivity analysis to support informed decision-making under uncertainty.</p><br><p><strong>INVESTMENT ANALYSIS &amp; CAPITAL ALLOCATION</strong></p><br><p>• Lead financial analysis for new initiatives, partnerships, and program expansions, including business case development, DCF modelling, NPV/IRR, and payback analysis.</p><br><p>• Provide financial oversight and line of sight on DFF’s investments and capital allocation decisions.</p><br><p>• Build and maintain robust financial models that quantify the cost, return, and risk associated with strategic choices.</p><br><p>• Support capital allocation and prioritization decisions through rigorous and comparable financial analysis across competing initiatives.</p><br><p>• Monitor the financial performance of funded investments against their original business cases, identifying and escalating underperformance at an early stage.</p><br><p><strong>FINANCIAL INSIGHT &amp; BUSINESS PARTNERING</strong></p><br><p>• Act as a trusted financial partner to project teams, Corporate Services, and leadership, translating financial information into clear and actionable insights.</p><br><p>• Prepare executive-ready financial reports, briefings, and board-level materials.</p><br><p>• Develop and deliver clear, well-structured presentations communicating financial performance, insights, and recommendations to leadership and the Board.</p><br><p>• Advise on cost optimization, operational efficiency, and value-for-money opportunities across the portfolio.</p><br><p>• Strengthen financial literacy and financial discipline across the organization, supporting non-finance teams in effectively planning and managing their budgets.</p><br><p>• Contribute to the continuous improvement of FP&amp;A processes, tools, and financial systems.</p><br><p><strong>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS</strong></p><br><p>DFF offers a dynamic and mission-driven environment that values collaboration, excellence, and measurable impact.</p><br><p>You will work alongside multidisciplinary teams passionate about execution, innovation, and the future of Dubai.</p><br><p>Expect diverse challenges, high-level exposure, and the opportunity to contribute directly to initiatives that support Dubai’s readiness for the future.</p><br> <p><strong>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p><br><p>• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline. An advanced degree such as an MBA or MSc in Finance is an advantage.</p><br><p>• 3 to 5 years of experience in FP&amp;A, corporate finance, investment analysis, transaction services, audit, or a related field. Candidates from diverse backgrounds, including corporate, consulting, Big 4, or investment environments, are welcome.</p><br><p>• Professional finance qualification such as CFA, CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent is an advantage.</p><br><p><strong>SKILLS &amp; COMPETENCIES</strong></p><br><p>• Strong financial acumen across the full FP&amp;A spectrum, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and spend management.</p><br><p>• Advanced financial modelling skills, including investment analysis, business case development, DCF, and scenario modelling.</p><br><p>• Solid understanding of accounting principles and strong discipline in maintaining accurate and well-controlled financial records.</p><br><p>• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, decision-ready insights.</p><br><p>• Exceptional attention to detail, combined with the ability to understand and communicate the broader financial picture.</p><br><p>• Excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills, with the ability to build robust financial models and develop polished, compelling presentations for senior audiences. Familiarity with ERP and financial systems, BI, and data visualization tools is an advantage.</p><br><p>• Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts clearly to non-finance audiences and develop executive-ready narratives.</p><br><p>• Strong business partnering mindset, with the ability to work closely with teams, build trust, and influence decisions across functions and seniority levels.</p><br><p>• Comfortable working with ambiguity and able to deliver effectively under tight timelines and with incomplete information.</p><br><p>• Ability to work effectively with AI tools and emerging technologies and contribute to the development of AI-enabled tools and solutions that enhance organizational efficiency.</p><br><p>• High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive financial information.</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p><strong>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</strong></p><br><p>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to institutionalize the envisioned future and forward-thinking methodologies, while positioning Dubai as the leading city of the future.</p><br><p>In partnership with its local and global partners from governments, companies, startups, and entrepreneurs, DFF drives joint efforts to collectively imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</p><br><p>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the Foundation runs and oversees many future-proofing projects and initiatives, such as the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution UAE, Dubai Future Accelerators, One Million Arab Coders, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Solutions, Dubai Future Labs, and Dubai Future Forum.</p><br><p>DFF’s efforts to share knowledge, adopt innovation, support entrepreneurs and innovative startups, build capacity, and promote forward-thinking and foresight principles contribute to Dubai’s ambitions to be a role model for the cities of the future through the power of unlimited imagination, innovation, foresight, and a disruptive mindset.</p><br><p>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit www.dubaifuture.ae.</p><br><p><strong>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</strong></p><br><p>The Accountant reports to the Manager – Finance within the Agility Department.</p><br><p>The Agility Department’s main objective is to enable Dubai Future Foundation to deliver on its ambitions and initiatives by acting as a business partner and advisor, while providing support to the business across key areas such as Finance, IT, Procurement, and other corporate functions.</p><br><p><strong>ACCOUNTANT</strong></p><br><p>As an Accountant with Dubai Future Foundation, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate, detailed, and compliant financial records and transactions. You will work closely with your peers and the Manager – Finance to ensure efficient, best-practice financial operations and processes that support the needs of the business.</p><br><p><strong>ACCOUNTS</strong></p><br><p>• Manage day-to-day accounting transactions accurately, consistently, and in a timely manner, ensuring alignment with Dubai Future Foundation’s policies and procedures.</p><br><p>• Support the accounts receivable process by receiving contracts, logging details into the system, issuing invoices, following up on outstanding payments, closing contracts, and preparing monthly reconciliation reports for management approval.</p><br><p>• Support the accounts payable process by receiving invoices, ensuring contracts and suppliers are properly registered in the system, reviewing and validating supporting documentation, confirming payments are processed and released by the due dates, closing accounts, and preparing monthly reconciliation reports for management approval.</p><br><p>• Prepare and validate monthly payroll files received from the People and Culture Department, ensuring accurate and fully supported files are submitted to the Manager – Finance for payment release.</p><br><p>• Prepare petty cash and credit card vouchers, obtain required approvals, record transactions in the system, and reconcile balances against bank statements on a monthly basis.</p><br><p>• Work closely with the Procurement Department to ensure contracts are in place and all required supporting documentation is complete.</p><br><p>• Record fixed assets and reconcile the fixed asset register with the relevant ledger accounts, ensuring depreciation is accurately calculated and recorded on a monthly basis.</p><br><p>• Work closely with department units to support the preparation of their annual budgets.</p><br><p>• Support the external audit process by preparing audit schedules, responding to auditor queries, and ensuring all supporting documentation is complete and readily available.</p><br><p>• Support the digitization and automation of day-to-day accounting processes by leveraging system tools to reduce manual data entry, improve efficiency, and shorten reporting turnaround times.</p><br><p>• Support ad hoc initiatives and pilot projects led by the Finance team to modernize accounting processes and workflows, in line with Dubai Future Foundation’s future-focused mandate.</p><br><p><strong>THIRD-PARTY RELATIONSHIPS</strong></p><br><p>• Manage relationships with suppliers, ensuring open communication and regular follow-up to support smooth and timely payment operations.</p><br><p><strong>WHY IS THIS ROLE IMPORTANT?</strong></p><br><p>This role contributes to the accurate and timely completion of accounting activities while ensuring compliance with corporate policies and procedures. The Accountant will build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support the smooth and effective functioning of financial operations.</p><br><p><strong>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS</strong></p><br><p>We offer you a unique opportunity to work with passionate people, support shapers of the future, and contribute to work that has an impact not only on the organization and the UAE, but on humanity as a whole.</p><br><p>You will have the opportunity to work on exciting and innovative projects within a highly diverse and fast-paced environment that fosters creativity, disruptive ideas, and innovation.</p><br> <p><strong>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p><br><p>• Minimum 4 years of relevant professional experience in accounting or a related field.</p><br><p>• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline. CPA or equivalent professional qualification is an advantage.</p><br><p>• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills. Fluency in written and spoken Arabic is required.</p><br><p><strong>SKILLS &amp; COMPETENCIES</strong></p><br><p>• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and a structured problem-solving approach.</p><br><p>• Ability to work effectively under tight timelines, with resilience and flexibility in a fast-paced and demanding environment.</p><br><p>• Comfortable working with ambiguity and adapting to changing priorities while maintaining accuracy and quality.</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p><strong>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</strong></p><br><p>Launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Future Foundation was established in 2016 to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Dubai. The Foundation works to collectively imagine, inspire, and design Dubai’s future in collaboration with government and private entities across various sectors.</p><br><p>With a mandate to position Dubai as a hub for innovation and a leading city of the future, the Foundation’s strategic business units focus on:</p><br><p>• Imagining and Understanding the Future• Disseminating Future Knowledge• Capacity Building• Designing and Accelerating the Future• Seeing and Experiencing the Future</p><br><p>His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, once said:</p><br><p>“The future is not built on possibilities and numbers but on clarity of vision, planning, action and implementation.”</p><br><p>With this vision in mind, the Foundation adopts a forward-looking approach that places future readiness at the core of its operations.</p><br><p><strong>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</strong></p><br><p>The Manager – Legal Affairs reports directly to the Chief of Legal Affairs.</p><br><p>The Legal Department is responsible for protecting Dubai Future Foundation and the Museum of the Future from a legal perspective, while supporting business operations to ensure that all frameworks, structures, contracts, and agreements align with applicable laws and regulations.</p><br><p><strong>MANAGER – LEGAL AFFAIRS</strong></p><br><p>As the Manager – Legal Affairs at Dubai Future Foundation, you will support the Chief of Legal Affairs in implementing legal strategies across the Foundation and its entities.</p><br><p>You will manage the day-to-day operations of the legal function, provide strategic and commercially focused legal advice, and ensure the efficient and timely delivery of legal support to the business.</p><br><p>You will proactively identify risks, organize and prioritize workloads, and deliver high-quality legal services to internal stakeholders.</p><br><p><strong>LEGAL OPERATIONS AND ADMINISTRATION</strong></p><br><p>• Support the Chief of Legal Affairs in managing the day-to-day operations of the Legal Department.</p><br><p>• Organize legal meetings, ensuring accurate documentation and effective communication.</p><br><p>• Support the implementation of legal strategies across Dubai Future Foundation by partnering with internal stakeholders, leading contract drafting and negotiation processes, and providing consistent, high-quality legal support.</p><br><p>• Draft, review, update, and oversee the implementation of policies and standard operating procedures.</p><br><p>• Prepare, review, draft, and negotiate complex contracts and ancillary legal documents; submit recommendations for internal approval; manage feedback with the Chief of Legal Affairs; and ensure compliance with Foundation policies and applicable UAE laws and regulations.</p><br><p>• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including drafting, negotiation, execution, and contract change control processes.</p><br><p>• Provide ongoing legal advice and support to internal departments, project teams, and initiatives.</p><br><p>• Prioritize legal workloads and requests to ensure efficient, timely, and accurate delivery.</p><br><p>• Conduct legal and regulatory research, assess business risks, and escalate key legal issues to the Chief of Legal Affairs.</p><br><p>• Support audit and compliance monitoring activities for both Dubai Future Foundation and the Museum of the Future.</p><br><p>• Provide commercially sound and cost-effective legal advice and undertake other duties related to legal management and strategy as directed by the Chief of Legal Affairs.</p><br><p><strong>THIRD-PARTY RELATIONSHIPS</strong></p><br><p>• Build and maintain relationships with external counsel, third-party vendors, government entities, and regulators, as required by Dubai Future Foundation and the Museum of the Future.</p><br><p>• Support legal engagements with UAE courts and relevant authorities, where required.</p><br><p>• Work closely with internal departments to understand legal requirements and coordinate legal support with the Chief of Legal Affairs.</p><br><p><strong>WHY IS THIS ROLE IMPORTANT?</strong></p><br><p>This role is essential to ensuring the effective organization, prioritization, and delivery of legal support across Dubai Future Foundation and the Museum of the Future.</p><br><p>You will support the Chief of Legal Affairs in safeguarding the Foundation’s legal interests, managing legal workloads, mitigating business risks, and ensuring timely legal guidance to support strategic objectives.</p><br><p>The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, flexibility, and the ability to adapt to the evolving needs of the business.</p><br><p><strong>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS</strong></p><br><p>We offer a unique opportunity to work with passionate people, support the shapers of the future, and contribute to work that has a meaningful impact on the organization, the UAE, and humanity.</p><br><p>You will have the opportunity to work on exciting and innovative projects in a highly diverse and fast-paced environment that fosters creativity, disruptive ideas, and innovation.</p><br><br><br><br><br> <p><strong>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p><br><p>• Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized university.</p><br><p>• Minimum of 6 years of post-qualification legal experience.</p><br><p>• Experience working in an international law firm or private practice; experience with UAE law is an advantage.</p><br><p>• Excellent written and spoken English and Arabic communication skills.</p><br><p>• Strong experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts.</p><br><p>• Experience in information technology, commercial transactions, intellectual property, and corporate law.</p><br><p><strong>SKILLS &amp; COMPETENCIES</strong></p><br><p>• Ability to translate legal advice into practical, business-focused guidance.</p><br><p>• Strong ability to engage and collaborate effectively with senior internal and external stakeholders.</p><br><p>• Strong negotiation, organizational, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.</p><br><p>• Ability to identify key legal risks, provide appropriate recommendations, and escal</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p><strong>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</strong></p><br><p>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to institutionalize the envisioned future and forward-thinking methodologies, while positioning Dubai as the leading city of the future. In partnership with its local and global partners from governments, companies, startups, and entrepreneurs, DFF drives joint efforts to collectively imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</p><br><p>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, DFF runs and oversees many future-proofing projects and initiatives, such as the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution UAE, Dubai Future Accelerators, One Million Arab Coders, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Solutions, Dubai Future Labs, and Dubai Future Forum.</p><br><p>DFF’s efforts to share knowledge, adopt innovation, support entrepreneurs and innovative startups, build capacity, and promote forward-thinking and foresight principles contribute to Dubai’s ambitions to be a role model for the cities of the future through the power of unlimited imagination, innovation, foresight, and a disruptive mindset.</p><br><p>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit: <strong>www.dubaifuture.ae</strong></p><br><p><strong>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</strong></p><br><p>The Foresight Research team within the Dubai Future Institute focuses on achieving the Dubai Future Foundation’s objective to be recognized as a leader in innovation through delivering evidence-based research and driving cutting-edge thinking.</p><br><p>The team acts as the opinion-forming part of the business, underpinned by sound research that advances regional and international knowledge, including collaboration with Dubai Government Entities and the World Economic Forum.</p><br><p>Research is designed to focus on the next generation of initiatives that will shape the future of Dubai.</p><br><p><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE</strong></p><br><p>As the Associate Manager, Foresight Research, you will be thorough, practice due diligence, and be proactive about further developing your own expertise.</p><br><p>As an Associate Manager at Dubai Future Foundation, you will coordinate and manage foresight research projects that explore emerging and future technologies, policy and regulatory trends, and socio-economic shifts, and contribute to high-impact research.</p><br><p>You will support the research team by structuring research processes, managing evidence and documentation, carrying out elements of primary and secondary research, and overseeing smaller research initiatives.</p><br><p>This role requires a strong ability to synthesise data, manage research workflows, and coordinate between internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver impactful, high-quality research.</p><br><p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><br><p><strong>1. Project Management</strong></p><br><p>• Lead small to mid-sized research projects, ensuring timely execution, documentation, and quality control.</p><br><p>• Support the research team in structuring research workflows, from defining objectives to reporting findings.</p><br><p>• Manage project timelines, milestones, and deliverables, ensuring research outputs are delivered on schedule and with accuracy.</p><br><p>• Collaborate with research teams to define methodologies, scope, and key deliverables for different research initiatives.</p><br><p>• Support data collection, documentation, and synthesis, ensuring research materials are well-organised and accessible.</p><br><p><strong>2. Primary and Secondary Research</strong></p><br><p>• Conduct literature reviews, data collection, and comparative analysis across multidisciplinary topics.</p><br><p>• Support primary research efforts, including survey design, expert interviews, and stakeholder engagement.</p><br><p>• Extract insights from policy papers, academic research, think tank reports, and industry studies.</p><br><p><strong>3. Third-Party Relationships</strong></p><br><p>• Build and maintain relationships with research institutions, think tanks, and technology partners.</p><br><p>• Attend and contribute to global foresight conferences, summits, and research forums.</p><br><p>• Support cross-sector research collaborations that leverage data analytics for future intelligence.</p><br><p><strong>WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT</strong></p><br><p>This role makes the biggest impact by being curious and dedicated to developing research within a broadening field of expertise.</p><br><p>You will be fact-driven, structured, and passionate about creating published research. This role has a key impact in pushing the boundaries and positioning Dubai Future Foundation as a thought leader both regionally and internationally.</p><br><p><strong>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS</strong></p><br><p>We offer you a unique opportunity to work with passionate people, support shapers of the future, and contribute to work that has an impact not only on the organisation and the UAE, but on humankind.</p><br> <p><strong>ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND BEHAVIORS</strong></p><br><p>• Bachelor’s degree with 4–6 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 2–4 years of experience, in research and data analytics.</p><br><p>• Comfortable designing and creating high-quality presentations, with strong public speaking capabilities and advanced Microsoft Office skills.</p><br><p>• Curious and proactive about staying up to date with the latest trends in your area of expertise, both regionally and internationally.</p><br><p>• Advanced communication skills in both spoken and written English. Fluency in written and spoken Arabic is an additional asset.</p><br><p>• Strong team player with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships.</p><br><p>• Strong critical analysis skills, high attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p><strong>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</strong></p><br><p>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realise the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to institutionalise the envisioned future and forward-thinking methodologies, while positioning Dubai as the leading city of the future. In partnership with its local and global partners from governments, companies, startups, and entrepreneurs, DFF drives joint efforts to collectively imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</p><br><p>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the Foundation runs and oversees many future-proofing projects and initiatives, such as the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution UAE, Dubai Future Accelerators, One Million Arab Coders, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Solutions, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Forum, and others.</p><br><p>DFF’s efforts to share knowledge, adopt innovation, support entrepreneurs and innovative startups, build capacity, and promote forward-thinking and foresight principles contribute to Dubai’s ambitions to be a role model for the cities of the future through the power of unlimited imagination, innovation, foresight, and a disruptive mindset.</p><br><p>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programmes of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit www.dubaifuture.ae.</p><br><p><strong>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</strong></p><br><p>The Transformation &amp; Partnership Office leads the Foundation’s organisational transformation agenda and builds the strategic partnerships that extend DFF’s reach and impact.</p><br><p>The office drives Foundation-wide change and excellence initiatives, shapes and manages relationships with government entities, private sector organisations, and international institutions, and ensures these efforts remain aligned with the Foundation’s strategic priorities.</p><br><p>It acts as a key interface between DFF leadership, internal departments, and the Foundation’s local and global partners.</p><br><p><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE</strong></p><br><p>As the Executive Assistant to the Chief of Transformation &amp; Partnership at Dubai Future Foundation, you will be the trusted right hand to the Chief and the primary point of contact for all internal and external engagements with the office.</p><br><p>You will manage the Chief’s time, priorities, and communications, ensuring the office operates in a professional, efficient, and well-organised manner so that the Chief can focus on leading the Foundation’s transformation and partnership agenda.</p><br><p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><br><p><strong>1. Executive Support</strong></p><br><p>• You will proactively manage the Chief’s calendar, prioritising meetings and commitments, resolving conflicts, and ensuring time is allocated to the most critical transformation and partnership priorities.</p><br><p>• You will act as the primary point of contact and gatekeeper for the Chief, triaging incoming requests, directing them appropriately, and following up to ensure timely responses.</p><br><p>• You will prepare the Chief for every engagement by compiling briefing packs, background notes, partner profiles, agendas, and pre-reads in advance.</p><br><p>• You will coordinate leadership meetings, workshops, and steering committees, including logistics, attendee management, minute-taking, and tracking decisions and action items through to closure.</p><br><p>• You will draft, review, and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and briefing documents on behalf of the Chief, ensuring accuracy and professionalism in all written communications.</p><br><p>• You will arrange the Chief’s local and international travel, including itineraries, visas, accommodation, and supporting documentation for official visits.</p><br><p>• You will ensure the confidentiality of the office by managing sensitive transformation plans, partnership agreements, communications, and meetings with the highest level of discretion and professionalism.</p><br><p>• You will maintain physical and digital filing systems, ensuring the office’s documents are organised, secure, and easily accessible.</p><br><p>• You will coordinate with procurement, finance, administration, and other departments on the office’s requirements, and handle ad-hoc requests, research, and administrative tasks as assigned by the Chief.</p><br><p><strong>2. Partner &amp; Stakeholder Relationships</strong></p><br><p>• You will act as the face of the office, including meeting and greeting delegations and partners, receiving guests, escorting them to meetings, and organising protocol and official requirements.</p><br><p>• You will liaise with the offices of partners across government, the private sector, and international organisations to schedule engagements, exchange documentation, and ensure smooth communication before and after meetings.</p><br><p>• You will track partnership engagements, MoUs, and follow-up commitments, keeping the Chief informed of upcoming milestones and deadlines.</p><br><p>• You will collaborate with internal departments to ensure the information, documentation, and approvals required for transformation initiatives and partnership agreements are available, accurate, and followed up on when needed.</p><br><p>• You will build trusted working relationships with executive offices across DFF and its partner organisations.</p><br><p><strong>WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT</strong></p><br><p>This role is critical in enabling the Chief of Transformation &amp; Partnership to lead the Foundation’s transformation agenda and partnership portfolio effectively.</p><br><p>It requires strong organisation, sound judgement, and the ability to handle highly confidential information. You will represent the Chief’s office to senior leaders and external partners, protect the Chief’s time, and ensure that commitments made to partners are followed through.</p><br><p>Your role ensures the office operates efficiently and remains aligned with the Foundation’s overall objectives.</p><br><p><strong>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS</strong></p><br><p>We will offer you a unique opportunity to work with passionate people, support shapers of the future, and contribute to work that has an impact not only on the organisation or the UAE, but on humankind.</p><br><p>You will have the chance to work on exciting and innovative projects in a highly diverse and fast-paced environment that fosters creativity, disruptive ideas, and innovation.</p><br> <p><strong>ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND BEHAVIORS</strong></p><br><p>• You have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar role supporting C-suite or senior leadership. A Higher Diploma is required; a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field is an additional asset.</p><br><p>• You have experience managing complex calendars, coordinating senior-level and external partner engagements, and managing multiple competing priorities simultaneously.</p><br><p>• You have strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills, and are proactive, detail-oriented, and able to anticipate the Chief’s needs.</p><br><p>• You have advanced written and spoken English and Arabic communication skills. Additional languages are an advantage.</p><br><p>• You are highly professional, diplomatic, and discreet, with the ability to handle sensitive information and engage confidently with senior-level stakeholders. Experience with protocol for government or VIP delegations is an advantage.</p><br><p>• You are a team player who is willing to support across functions to ensure the smooth operation of the office.</p><br><p>• You have excellent Microsoft Office skills and can efficiently and accurately prepare presentations, briefing documents, correspondence, and other executive materials.</p><br><p>• You are able to multitask, manage tight deadlines, and effectively prioritise in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p><strong>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</strong></p><br><p>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to keep Dubai 10 years ahead, institutionalizing future-oriented thinking and forward-looking methodologies that position Dubai as the leading city of the future.</p><br><p>In collaboration with government entities, global institutions, startups, and innovators, DFF drives collective efforts to imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</p><br><p>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the Foundation oversees a portfolio of initiatives that include the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, Dubai Future Accelerators, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Forum, Dubai Centre for AI, and the Dubai RDI Program.</p><br><p>Through these platforms, DFF institutionalizes foresight, enables innovation, builds talent, and designs the systems and industries that will keep Dubai 10 years ahead in every dimension of its future.</p><br><p>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit the website: www.dubaifuture.ae</p><br><p><strong>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</strong></p><br><p>The Workplace Executive plays an important role in ensuring that DFF’s workplace environment operates smoothly, efficiently, and professionally. Sitting at the intersection of workplace operations, administration, coordination, and employee experience, this role supports the day-to-day running of the workplace while ensuring employees, visitors, and stakeholders receive a seamless experience.</p><br><p>The role combines strong organisational skills with a service-oriented mindset and requires someone who is equally comfortable managing office logistics, coordinating suppliers, supporting employees, and assisting with workplace events and activities.</p><br><p>It is also designed as a genuine growth path, providing broad exposure across workplace operations, administration, coordination, employee experience, and events, building a strong foundation for future roles in corporate services, workplace management, facilities coordination, or employee experience within DFF.</p><br><p><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE</strong></p><br><p>As a Workplace Executive, you will support the day-to-day operations of DFF’s workplace environment, ensuring that workplace services, administrative requirements, employee support, and related activities are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.</p><br><p>You will coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, and service providers, maintain accurate records, support workplace initiatives and events, and ensure that day-to-day requirements are followed through to completion.</p><br><p>The role suits someone who is organised, service-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</p><br><p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><br><p><strong>1. Workplace &amp; Front Office Management</strong></p><br><p>• Welcome visitors, delegates, VIPs, and staff in a warm, professional, and culturally appropriate manner.</p><br><p>• Manage the front office, answer and direct incoming calls, and respond to general inquiries in person, by phone, and by email.</p><br><p>• Maintain the visitor management system, issue visitor badges, and coordinate host notifications.</p><br><p>• Ensure reception, meeting, and common areas are always presentable, organised, and aligned with DFF’s workplace standards.</p><br><p>• Liaise with security and facilities teams on access control, visitor protocols, and workplace requirements.</p><br><p><strong>2. Workplace Administration</strong></p><br><p>• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Workplace team and other departments as required.</p><br><p>• Manage courier, mail, and deliveries, both incoming and outgoing.</p><br><p>• Maintain office supplies inventory and coordinate procurement requests.</p><br><p>• Prepare correspondence, memos, letters, and basic reports as required.</p><br><p>• Support meeting room bookings, calendar coordination, and hospitality arrangements for internal and external meetings.</p><br><p>• Maintain accurate records and filing systems, both physical and digital, in line with document control practices.</p><br><p><strong>3. Workplace Coordination</strong></p><br><p>• Act as a liaison between departments to ensure smooth day-to-day workplace operations and employee support.</p><br><p>• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers, including catering, stationery, maintenance, and transportation, and monitor service quality.</p><br><p>• Support onboarding logistics for new employees, such as welcome kits, desk setup, access cards, and workplace arrangements, in coordination with HR and relevant teams.</p><br><p>• Coordinate travel and accommodation arrangements for visiting guests, delegates, or officials when required.</p><br><p>• Assist in preparing and tracking purchase requests, invoices, and basic budget documentation related to workplace services.</p><br><p>• Follow up on workplace issues and requests to ensure timely resolution and closure.</p><br><p><strong>4. Employee Experience &amp; Events Support</strong></p><br><p>• Support workplace initiatives and activities that enhance employee experience, engagement, and workplace culture.</p><br><p>• Assist in the planning and execution of internal and external events, including government visits, forums, workshops, and staff engagement activities.</p><br><p>• Coordinate logistics such as venue setup, signage, seating arrangements, catering, and guest lists.</p><br><p>• Liaise with internal teams, including HR, marketing, protocol, security, and IT, and external vendors to ensure smooth event delivery.</p><br><p>• Provide on-ground support during events, including registration, hospitality, and coordination.</p><br><p>• Support post-event activities such as feedback collection, vendor settlement, and reporting.</p><br><p><strong>5. Workplace Services &amp; Continuous Improvement</strong></p><br><p>• Monitor workplace service requirements and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and employee experience.</p><br><p>• Maintain workplace checklists, trackers, schedules, and service records to ensure key activities are completed on time.</p><br><p>• Support the implementation of workplace procedures, standards, and service improvements.</p><br><p>• Escalate operational issues or service concerns appropriately and follow through until resolution.</p><br><p>• Contribute to a professional, organised, and welcoming workplace environment that reflects DFF’s standards and values.</p><br><p><strong>WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT</strong></p><br><p>This role helps shape the day-to-day workplace experience for DFF employees, visitors, and stakeholders. By ensuring workplace operations, administration, and employee support run smoothly, the Workplace Executive enables teams to remain focused on delivering the Foundation’s priorities.</p><br><p>The role contributes to maintaining a professional and efficient workplace, strengthening employee experience, supporting cross-functional teams, and ensuring that workplace services consistently meet the needs of a dynamic and future-focused organisation.</p><br><p><strong>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS</strong></p><br><p>DFF offers a dynamic and mission-driven environment that values collaboration, excellence, and measurable impact. You will work alongside multidisciplinary teams passionate about execution, innovation, and the future of Dubai.</p><br><p>Expect diverse challenges, high-level exposure, and the opportunity to contribute directly to shaping Dubai’s readiness for the future.</p><br><p>DFF invests in its people through structured learning, mentorship, and exposure to senior leadership and government stakeholders, giving team members a genuine path to grow their skills and take on greater responsibility over time.</p><br> <p>• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Public Relations, Facilities Management, or a related field.</p><br><p>• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply — no prior experience required. Strong preference will be given to candidates with internships, part-time roles, or volunteer experience in customer service, workplace operations, events, or administration.</p><br><p>• Candidates with 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in workplace operations, reception, administration, employee experience, or events coordination, ideally within a government, semi-government, or corporate environment, are also welcome.</p><br><p>• Fluency in English and Arabic is required, particularly for engaging with government stakeholders, employees, and VIP guests.</p><br><p><strong>SKILLS &amp; COMPETENCIES</strong></p><br><p>• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).</p><br><p>• Familiarity with visitor management systems, calendar and scheduling tools, and basic workplace or office management software is an advantage.</p><br><p>• Strong written and verbal communication skills.</p><br><p>• Professional presentation and telephone etiquette.</p><br><p>• Basic understanding of workplace operations, event logistics, and protocol procedures.</p><br><p>• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced workplace environment.</p><br><p>• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p><strong>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</strong></p><br><p>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to keep Dubai 10 years ahead, institutionalizing future-oriented thinking and forward-looking methodologies that position Dubai as the leading city of the future.</p><br><p>In collaboration with government entities, global institutions, startups, and innovators, DFF drives collective efforts to imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</p><br><p>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the Foundation oversees a portfolio of initiatives that include the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, Dubai Future Accelerators, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Forum, Dubai Centre for AI, and the Dubai RDI Program.</p><br><p>Through these platforms, DFF institutionalizes foresight, enables innovation, builds talent, and designs the systems and industries that will keep Dubai 10 years ahead in every dimension of its future.</p><br><p>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit: <strong>www.dubaifuture.ae</strong></p><br><p><strong>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</strong></p><br><p>The Associate Strategy Manager, Strategic Opportunities and Impact reports directly to the Director of Strategy, within the Strategy and Strategic Capital Department at DFF.</p><br><p>This vertical sets DFF’s strategic direction and futures agenda, identifying and sizing high-value opportunities, shaping corporate strategy and governance, and embedding strategic and analytical firepower across the organisation’s most important initiatives.</p><br><p><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE</strong></p><br><p>As the Associate Strategy Manager, Strategic Opportunities and Impact, you will help define where DFF aims next, identifying bold, high-value opportunities, sizing their potential impact, and translating them into strategic direction, transformative roadmaps, and executive-ready cases for leadership and the board.</p><br><p>The role blends the toolkit of a top-tier strategy consultant with the rigour of an economist: structured problem-solving and compelling storytelling on one side, and quantitative impact assessment, financial modelling, and investment thinking on the other.</p><br><p>You will work across multiple horizons, from long-term strategic vision to near-term execution, and embed directly with project teams when the hardest strategic questions need to be addressed.</p><br><p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><br><p><strong>1. High-Value Opportunity Identification &amp; Impact Assessment</strong></p><br><p>• Scan global trends, technologies, and futures signals through environmental scanning, competitive benchmarking, and horizon analysis to identify high-value opportunities, white spaces, and emerging strategic opportunities for DFF.</p><br><p>• Define what qualifies as a high-value opportunity for DFF, including the criteria, ambition threshold, and strategic fit, and build a structured pipeline of opportunities for leadership consideration.</p><br><p>• Assess the potential impact of each high-value opportunity both qualitatively — strategic significance, transformative and societal potential, and contribution to keeping Dubai 10 years ahead — and quantitatively, including economic value-at-stake, sizing, return on investment, and measurable impact metrics.</p><br><p>• Support investment thinking on high-value opportunities, strategic partnerships, new initiatives, and programme expansions by contributing to business-case development, DCF and payback analysis, and scenario modelling.</p><br><p>• Build the evidence base behind each high-value opportunity, bringing an economist’s rigour to sizing impact, modelling scenarios, and turning bold ideas into quantified, defensible cases for investment.</p><br><p><strong>2. Corporate Strategy &amp; Direction</strong></p><br><p>• Lead and contribute to defining DFF’s overall strategic direction, long-term vision, and annual corporate priorities in close collaboration with senior leadership.</p><br><p>• Translate identified high-value opportunities into bold strategic targets and transformative roadmaps that challenge conventional thinking and reflect DFF’s position as a global futures institution.</p><br><p>• Design and facilitate executive strategy workshops, strategic planning cycles, and board-level presentations.</p><br><p>• Track and report on organisational KPIs, OKRs, and strategic milestones to ensure accountability at all levels.</p><br><p><strong>3. Governance &amp; Organisational Alignment</strong></p><br><p>• Oversee and ensure adherence to DFF-wide strategic frameworks, policies, and operating procedures across business units and initiatives.</p><br><p>• Develop governance structures, decision-making frameworks, and escalation protocols that improve organisational agility and accountability.</p><br><p>• Act as a strategic liaison between the Corporate Strategy team and internal stakeholders, identifying misalignments early and driving corrective action.</p><br><p>• Monitor implementation of approved strategies, flagging deviations and recommending course corrections with supporting analysis.</p><br><p><strong>4. Project Strategy &amp; Deep-Dive Engagements</strong></p><br><p>• Embed directly with project teams on complex, high-priority initiatives to provide strategic guidance, structured problem-solving, and analytical support.</p><br><p>• Define project scope, hypothesis trees, and issue-based workplans in the style of top-tier management-consulting engagements.</p><br><p>• Synthesise qualitative and quantitative findings into executive-ready deliverables, including memos, briefings, and recommendations, and craft compelling strategy decks that translate complex analysis into clear narratives for leadership and board audiences.</p><br><p>• Support DFF’s broader portfolio of initiatives in sharpening their strategic narratives and impact metrics.</p><br><p><strong>5. Digital Transformation &amp; Innovation</strong></p><br><p>• Support the identification and assessment of digital transformation opportunities across DFF’s operations, programmes, and stakeholder-engagement models.</p><br><p>• Support the development of digital strategy roadmaps, leveraging emerging technologies such as AI, data platforms, and automation to unlock efficiency and amplify DFF’s impact.</p><br><p>• Collaborate with technology and operations teams to help define digital use cases and translate them into prioritised, executable initiatives.</p><br><p>• Stay at the forefront of global trends in govtech, smart cities, and emerging technology to inform DFF’s innovation agenda.</p><br><p><strong>WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT</strong></p><br><p>This role is where DFF’s biggest bets are found, sized, and shaped. By identifying high-value opportunities, quantifying what they could deliver, and turning them into clear strategic direction, you help leadership make informed decisions on strategic pathways and keep Dubai 10 years ahead.</p><br><p><strong>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS</strong></p><br><p>DFF offers a dynamic and mission-driven environment that values collaboration, excellence, and measurable impact.</p><br><p>You will work alongside multidisciplinary teams passionate about execution, innovation, and the future of Dubai. Expect diverse challenges, high-level exposure, and the opportunity to contribute directly to shaping Dubai’s readiness for the future.</p><br> <p><strong>ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND BEHAVIORS</strong></p><br><p>• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline; an advanced degree (MBA, MSc) is a plus. A strong economics background and the ability to quantify economic and strategic impact are particularly valued.</p><br><p>• 2–4 years of experience in a top-tier multinational consulting firm (McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Deloitte, PwC, KPMG, Accenture Strategy, or equivalent); exposure to economic impact assessment, futures/strategy, or government innovation is an advantage.</p><br><p>• Demonstrated ability to identify high-value opportunities and assess their potential impact both qualitatively and quantitatively, including sizing economic value-at-stake, return on investment, and strategic significance.</p><br><p>• Exceptional structured problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down ambiguous and complex challenges into clear hypotheses and actionable insights.</p><br><p>• Strong financial and economic acumen, with fluency in business-case development, investment analysis, economic impact assessment, and financial modelling.</p><br><p>• Proven ability to think in systems and across multiple horizons, from long-term strategic vision to near-term execution priorities.</p><br><p>• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling executive narratives and influence senior audiences.</p><br><p>• Excellent PowerPoint and Excel skills, with the ability to translate complex analysis into compelling, well-structured presentations with strong visual storytelling, and to build robust models and analyses in Excel. Familiarity with BI, data-visualisation, and digital productivity tools is an advantage.</p><br><p>• Experience in or exposure to digital transformation, AI strategy, or technology-driven business change.</p><br><p>• Ability to work natively with AI tools and emerging technologies, and to develop or meaningfully contribute to new AI-enabled tools and solutions that enhance how DFF operates.</p><br><p>• Comfortable operating in ambiguity with a strong bias for action, able to move quickly with incomplete information and iterate toward the right answer.</p><br><p>• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills across diverse teams, cultures, and levels of seniority. Arabic is an asset.</p><br><p>• High attention to detail, strong ownership, and accountability.</p><br><p>• Emirati candidates are preferred.</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p><strong>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</strong></p><br><p>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to institutionalize the envisioned future and forward-thinking methodologies, while positioning Dubai as the leading city of the future. In partnership with its local and global partners from governments, companies, startups, and entrepreneurs, DFF drives joint efforts to collectively imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</p><br><p>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, DFF runs and oversees many future-facing projects and initiatives, such as the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution UAE, Dubai Future Accelerators, One Million Arab Coders, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Solutions, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Forum, etc.</p><br><p>DFF’s efforts to share knowledge, adopt innovation, support entrepreneurs and innovative startups, build capacity, and promote forward-thinking and foresight principles contribute to Dubai’s ambitions to be a role model for the cities of the future through the power of imagination, innovation, foresight, and a disruptive mindset.</p><br><p>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programmes of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit the website: www.dubaifuture.ae</p><br><p><strong>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</strong></p><br><p>Senior Programme Manager – lead the design, governance, and delivery of high-impact Dubai Future Academy programs, translating strategic priorities into structured learning journeys and managing partners, stakeholders, risks, and outcomes across the full program lifecycle.</p><br><p>Dubai Future Academy (DFAc) is the capability-building arm of Dubai Future Foundation. It supports Dubai by developing learning opportunities through collaborations with world-class education providers and subject matter experts.</p><br><p>The Senior Program Manager leads complex academy programs by shaping program scope, coordinating partners and subject matter experts, managing delivery governance, and ensuring each learning journey is delivered with strategic clarity, operational excellence, and a strong participant experience.</p><br><p><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE</strong></p><br><p>As Senior Program Manager at DFAc, you will own assigned academy programs from concept and planning through delivery, reporting, and continuous improvement.</p><br><p>The role suits someone who can work confidently with senior stakeholders, education partners, faculty, and cross-functional teams; turn ambiguity into clear plans; and make thoughtful decisions under pressure.</p><br><p>You will lead delivery rhythms, manage risks and dependencies, guide coordinators or project support resources, and ensure that every program reflects the quality, ambition, and future-focused mandate of Dubai Future Foundation.</p><br><p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><br><p><strong>1. Program Strategy &amp; Portfolio Planning</strong></p><br><p>• Lead the end-to-end design, planning, and delivery of academy programs aligned with Dubai Future Academy priorities and Dubai Future Foundation's future-focused mandate.</p><br><p>• Translate strategic objectives into clear program scopes, workplans, milestones, budgets, resource plans, and governance rhythms.</p><br><p>• Build and maintain integrated program plans across internal teams, external partners, faculty, venues, communications, and operations.</p><br><p>• Anticipate dependencies, risks, and decisions early, escalating with clear recommendations and practical mitigation options.</p><br><p><strong>2. Stakeholder, Partner &amp; Faculty Leadership</strong></p><br><p>• Lead day-to-day engagement with education providers, subject matter experts, speakers, senior stakeholders, and cross-functional Dubai Future Foundation teams.</p><br><p>• Shape partner briefs, session requirements, faculty onboarding, and delivery expectations so every contributor understands the program purpose and audience.</p><br><p>• Facilitate planning meetings, executive updates, and decision forums, ensuring actions, owners, and deadlines are clearly captured and closed.</p><br><p>• Build trusted relationships that support collaboration, responsiveness, and high-quality delivery across the program lifecycle.</p><br><p><strong>3. Program Delivery, Governance &amp; Risk Management</strong></p><br><p>• Own delivery readiness across program phases, including participant selection, curriculum sequencing, session logistics, operations, technology, and on-ground execution.</p><br><p>• Lead delivery teams during live programs, resolving issues calmly, making timely decisions, and protecting the participant and stakeholder experience.</p><br><p>• Maintain governance discipline through status reporting, risk registers, issue logs, change control, and post-program close-out.</p><br><p><strong>4. Participant Experience &amp; Executive Communications</strong></p><br><p>• Oversee participant communications, joining instructions, agendas, briefing notes, reminders, and follow-ups, ensuring messages are accurate, polished, and timely.</p><br><p>• Manage participant selection and onboarding processes in coordination with internal stakeholders, partners, and senior reviewers where required.</p><br><p>• Use feedback, attendance, engagement, and operational insights to improve participant experience before, during, and after each program.</p><br><p>• Prepare clear written updates, talking points, summaries, and briefing materials for academy leadership and senior stakeholders.</p><br><p>• Ensure sensitive information, participant data, and stakeholder communications are handled with discretion and appropriate confidentiality.</p><br><p><strong>5. Data, Reporting &amp; Continuous Improvement</strong></p><br><p>• Define program success measures and ensure relevant data is captured consistently across attendance, satisfaction, learning outcomes, stakeholder feedback, and delivery quality.</p><br><p>• Lead end-of-program reporting, synthesizing insights, lessons learned, risks, achievements, and recommended improvements for leadership review.</p><br><p>• Convert feedback and performance data into practical improvements to program design, partner management, delivery processes, and future academy offerings.</p><br><p>• Lead the re-design and reconceptualisation of programmes year-on-year, seeking to not only update content but also evolve the delivery formats, focus areas, and objectives.</p><br><p><strong>WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT</strong></p><br><p>This role makes a visible impact by turning Dubai Future Academy priorities into high-quality learning programs that build capability, strengthen future readiness, and connect leaders with world-class expertise.</p><br><p>The Senior Program Manager protects program quality by bringing structure to complex work, aligning stakeholders, managing risks, and ensuring delivery decisions are made with clarity and pace.</p><br><p>This role is important to strengthening the Academy's reputation, scaling its impact, and reinforcing Dubai Future Foundation's position as a regional and international thought leader in future-focused capability building.</p><br><p><strong>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS</strong></p><br><p>We will offer you a unique opportunity to support learning journeys that build leadership capability and future skills. You will work closely with an experienced academy team, engage with senior stakeholders, and support delivery alongside world-class partners.</p><br><p>You will build practical skills in program delivery, coordination, communications, and reporting, with the chance to learn across multiple initiatives and grow your confidence through hands-on experience.</p><br> <p><strong>ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND BEHAVIORS</strong></p><br><p>• You have a Bachelor's degree in Education, Learning and Development, Project Management, or a related field; a Master's degree or relevant professional certification is an additional asset.</p><br><p>• You have 10+ years of experience in program management, executive education, capability building, consulting, government programs, innovation programs, or strategic initiatives.</p><br><p>• You have proven experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder capacity-building programs end to end, from concept and planning through delivery, reporting, and continuous improvement.</p><br><p>• You are confident managing senior stakeholders, government entities, universities, training providers, consultants, speakers, and cross-functional delivery teams.</p><br><p>• You have excellent written and spoken English communication skills. Fluency in written and spoken Arabic is an additional asset.</p><br><p>• You can translate strategic priorities into practical plans, milestones, governance mechanisms, budgets, and delivery decisions.</p><br><p>• You are confident with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, and comfortable using collaboration, reporting, and project management tools.</p><br><p>• You bring strong judgment, attention to detail, and discretion when managing sensitive information, competing priorities, and shifting timelines.</p><br><p>• You are a clear communicator and facilitator who can lead meetings, brief speakers, prepare senior-level updates, and represent the Academy professionally.</p><br><p>• You are proactive, curious, collaborative, and future-oriented, with the ability to motivate teams and deliver high-quality learning experiences.</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p><strong>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</strong></p><br><p>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to keep Dubai 10 years ahead, institutionalizing future-oriented thinking and forward-looking methodologies that position Dubai as the leading city of the future.</p><br><p>In collaboration with government entities, global institutions, startups, and innovators, DFF drives collective efforts to imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</p><br><p>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the Foundation oversees a portfolio of initiatives that include the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, Dubai Future Accelerators, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Forum, Dubai Centre for AI, and the Dubai RDI Program.</p><br><p>Through these platforms, DFF institutionalizes foresight, enables innovation, builds talent, and designs the systems and industries that will keep Dubai 10 years ahead in every dimension of its future.</p><br><p>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit: <strong>www.dubaifuture.ae</strong></p><br><p><strong>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</strong></p><br><p>The Associate Strategy and Performance Manager reports directly to the Senior Strategy Manager, Strategy and Performance, within the Strategy and Strategic Capital Department at DFF.</p><br><p>This vertical focuses on delivering with intention — owning strategic planning-cycle management, portfolio governance, the institutional PMO, capital allocation, operating-model and process design, enterprise digital transformation, and the performance frameworks that keep DFF’s initiatives aligned, funded, resourced, and on track.</p><br><p><strong>WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT</strong></p><br><p>This role is the bridge between DFF’s strategy and its delivery. By translating moonshots into mandates, holding the portfolio accountable against measurable goals, keeping a disciplined eye on capital and human-capital alignment, and modernising how DFF operates, you ensure leadership can steer every initiative toward measurable, well-funded, well-resourced impact — and that the organisation itself stays fit to keep Dubai 10 years ahead.</p><br><p><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE</strong></p><br><p>As the Associate Strategy and Performance Manager, you will act as the connective tissue between leadership intent and execution — translating DFF’s vision, moonshots, and annual priorities into clear mandates, and surfacing project realities, risks, and trade-offs back to leadership in decision-ready form.</p><br><p>Your remit runs beyond individual projects: you will help shape DFF’s operating model, support its digital transformation and adoption of new tools, and partner with Finance and HR to keep capital and human-capital growth aligned to budget.</p><br><p>The role demands a rare dual capability — the strategic mindset to connect every initiative to DFF’s moonshots, and the delivery and financial discipline to make sure it actually ships, on budget and on impact.</p><br><p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><br><p><strong>1. Strategic Needs Translation (Corporate ↔ Project)</strong></p><br><p>• Build a deep, current understanding of DFF’s needs at both the corporate level (vision, moonshots, annual priorities) and the project level (objectives, constraints, dependencies, delivery status).</p><br><p>• Engage continuously with project teams to understand their needs first-hand and anticipate problems before they escalate.</p><br><p>• Translate high-level strategic direction into clear, actionable mandates for project teams, and surface project-level realities, risks, and trade-offs back to leadership in a structured, decision-ready form.</p><br><p>• Maintain a living, enterprise-wide view of the portfolio so leadership always has an accurate picture of what is in flight, what it is delivering, and where it stands against strategy.</p><br><p><strong>2. Portfolio Alignment, Orchestration &amp; Cross-Functional Delivery</strong></p><br><p>• Align efforts across the portfolio — identifying overlaps, gaps, dependencies, and synergies — and ensure every initiative is explicitly mapped to DFF’s moonshots, challenging or escalating efforts that drift.</p><br><p>• Establish and run portfolio governance — prioritisation frameworks, stage gates, and decision forums — that keep resources flowing to the highest-impact work.</p><br><p>• Conduct analysis on the innovation funnel and initiative readiness, advising which initiatives are ready to advance, pause, or stop.</p><br><p>• Manage cross-project dependencies and resolve conflicts in scope, timing, or resourcing before they compromise delivery.</p><br><p>• Coordinate directly with project owners and verticals to monitor progress, remove blockers, and unblock initiatives where they are stuck, and drive a consistent cadence of portfolio reviews, status reporting, and milestone tracking.</p><br><p><strong>3. Goal-Setting, OKRs &amp; Scorecard Supervision</strong></p><br><p>• Set, review, and approve project and portfolio goals — ensuring they are ambitious, measurable, and explicitly tied to DFF’s moonshots — and hold initiatives accountable against them.</p><br><p>• Develop and supervise OKR-based scorecards across the portfolio, cascading objectives from corporate strategy down to initiative level and keeping them current.</p><br><p>• Track and maintain portfolio-level KPIs and scorecards, giving leadership a clear, current view of where the portfolio stands against target.</p><br><p>• Translate delivery and performance data into early-warning indicators, flagging at-risk initiatives and recommending course corrections with supporting analysis.</p><br><p><strong>4. FP&amp;A, Financial Oversight &amp; Capital Allocation</strong></p><br><p>• Build and maintain a clear FP&amp;A view of each project — budgets, spend, forecasts, and variance — and consolidate these into a portfolio-level financial picture.</p><br><p>• Partner closely with Finance to support DFF’s annual budget cycles, building the bottom-up and top-down inputs that connect portfolio plans to budget.</p><br><p>• Work with HR to ensure DFF’s human-capital growth and headcount plans stay aligned with budgets and portfolio priorities.</p><br><p>• Support capital-allocation decisions — helping leadership direct funding to the highest-return initiatives and challenging spend that is not earning its place.</p><br><p>• Apply business-case discipline, linking project spend to expected impact and strategic return, and translate financial data into clear delivery decisions.</p><br><p><strong>5. Operating Model &amp; Process Design</strong></p><br><p>• Help design and evolve DFF’s operating model — structures, roles, decision rights, and ways of working — so the organisation is set up to deliver against strategy.</p><br><p>• Document and critically assess DFF’s existing strategic and operational processes, mapping how work actually flows across the organisation.</p><br><p>• Design, optimise, and institutionalise processes that improve clarity, consistency, and speed of execution, and lead process re-engineering initiatives end-to-end — diagnosis, redesign, and change adoption.</p><br><p>• Apply lean, agile, and design-thinking methodologies to continuously improve how DFF plans, governs, and delivers.</p><br><p><strong>6. Digital Transformation, Tooling &amp; AI Enablement</strong></p><br><p>• Support DFF’s digital transformation agenda at the enterprise level — extending the PMO’s mandate beyond individual projects to how the organisation operates as a whole.</p><br><p>• Support the adoption of new tools and platforms across DFF, helping drive and measure uptake so investments translate into real change in ways of working.</p><br><p>• Map processes to DFF’s available tools, identify where tooling is underused, duplicated, or missing, and optimise the process–tool fit.</p><br><p>• Work natively with AI tools and emerging technologies, and develop or meaningfully contribute to new AI-enabled solutions that enhance how DFF operates.</p><br><p><strong>7. Governance, Reporting &amp; Stakeholder Management</strong></p><br><p>• Establish and maintain PMO standards, templates, and reporting frameworks that bring consistency to how projects are planned, tracked, and communicated.</p><br><p>• Develop and own a central project-management dashboard as the single source of truth on portfolio status, milestones, financials, and risks, keeping it continuously and accurately updated.</p><br><p>• Produce executive-ready briefings, portfolio reviews, and board-level presentations that turn dashboard data into clear, persuasive decisions and recommendations.</p><br><p>• Identify, track, and mitigate portfolio-level risks and issues, maintaining clear escalation paths and decision logs.</p><br><p>• Manage relationships with internal stakeholders across seniority levels, building trust and driving alignment.</p><br><p><strong>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS</strong></p><br><p>DFF offers a dynamic and mission-driven environment that values collaboration, excellence, and measurable impact.</p><br><p>You will work alongside multidisciplinary teams passionate about execution, innovation, and the future of Dubai. Expect diverse challenges, high-level exposure, and the opportunity to contribute directly to shaping Dubai’s readiness for the future.</p><br> <p><strong>WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?</strong></p><br><p>• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline; an advanced degree (MBA, MSc) is a plus.</p><br><p>• 3–5 years of experience spanning both strategy and delivery — for example, experience with a top-tier consulting firm (McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Deloitte, PwC, KPMG, Accenture Strategy, or equivalent) combined with PMO, programme/project management, or strategy-execution roles.</p><br><p>• Project/portfolio management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, PgMP, or Agile/Scrum) is an advantage.</p><br><p>• Strong dual capability: the strategic mindset to connect work to vision and moonshots, combined with the delivery discipline to ensure execution.</p><br><p>• Solid FP&amp;A and financial acumen — comfortable with budgets, forecasts, and variances, supporting annual budget cycles and capital-allocation decisions, and keeping human-capital growth aligned with budget.</p><br><p>• Experience in operating-model design and/or enterprise digital transformation, including driving the adoption of new tools and platforms across an organisation, is highly valued.</p><br><p>• Exceptional structured problem-solving skills, with the ability to break ambiguous and complex challenges into clear hypotheses and actionable plans.</p><br><p>• Proven ability to orchestrate across multiple projects, teams, and stakeholders simultaneously while maintaining a coherent portfolio view.</p><br><p>• Strong process-design capability, with the ability to diagnose how work flows, redesign processes, and embed sustainable improvements.</p><br><p>• Practical fluency with OKRs, KPIs, project/portfolio-management, and collaboration tools, with a strong understanding of matching the right tool to the right process.</p><br><p>• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with excellent PowerPoint and Excel capabilities to develop executive-ready presentations, dashboards, and analyses. Familiarity with BI and data-visualisation platforms is an advantage.</p><br><p>• Ability to work natively with AI tools and emerging technologies, and to contribute meaningfully to developing new AI-enabled solutions.</p><br><p>• Comfortable operating in ambiguity with a strong bias for action, able to move quickly with incomplete information and iterate toward the right solution.</p><br><p>• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills across diverse teams, cultures, and levels of seniority. Arabic is an asset.</p><br><p>• High attention to detail, strong ownership, and accountability.</p><br><p>• Emirati candidates are preferred.</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p><strong>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</strong></p><br><p>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to institutionalize the envisioned future and forward-thinking methodologies, while positioning Dubai as the leading city of the future. In partnership with its local and global partners from governments, companies, startups, and entrepreneurs, DFF drives joint efforts to collectively imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</p><br><p>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, DFF runs and oversees many future-proofing projects and initiatives, such as the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution UAE, Dubai Future Accelerators, One Million Arab Coders, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Solutions, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Forum, etc.</p><br><p>DFF’s efforts to share knowledge, adopt innovation, support entrepreneurs and innovative startups, build capacity, and promote forward-thinking and foresight principles contribute to Dubai’s ambitions to be a role model for the cities of the future through the power of unlimited imagination, innovation, foresight, and a disruptive mindset.</p><br><p>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit the website: www.dubaifuture.ae</p><br><p><strong>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</strong></p><br><p>Projects Executive – support the planning and delivery of academy programs by coordinating stakeholders, supporting application selection cycles, and ensuring delivery readiness across the full program lifecycle.</p><br><p>Dubai Future Academy (DFAc) is the capability-building arm of Dubai Future Foundation. It supports Dubai by developing learning opportunities through collaborations with world-class education providers and subject matter experts.</p><br><p>The Projects Executive supports the Program and Project Manager by keeping plans organised, coordinating key stakeholders, and helping ensure a smooth experience for participants from start to finish.</p><br><p><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE</strong></p><br><p>As a DFAc team member, you will support end-to-end program delivery from planning through close-out. The role suits someone who enjoys organised coordination, clear documentation, and being involved in delivery days.</p><br><p>You will support the Program and Project Manager by managing assigned tasks, communicating professionally with stakeholders, handling sensitive information with care, and following up on actions to ensure closure.</p><br><p>The role also suits someone who learns quickly, adapts well to change, and is comfortable picking up new tools and ways of working.</p><br><p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><br><p><strong>1. Program &amp; Project Support</strong></p><br><p>• Support in maintaining workplans, timelines, and task trackers for assigned programs.</p><br><p>• Prepare and update simple readiness checklists and run-of-show documents, keeping actions clear and easy to follow.</p><br><p>• Coordinate internal inputs needed for delivery, including branding requests, room setup needs, access, and approvals.</p><br><p>• Keep program documents organised with clear naming and version control.</p><br><p><strong>2. Stakeholder &amp; Speaker Coordination</strong></p><br><p>• Coordinate speaker scheduling, confirmations, and follow-ups for assigned sessions.</p><br><p>• Prepare and share speaker briefing packs with key details such as timing, format, audience profile, and on-day requirements.</p><br><p>• Support basic tech check coordination for online or hybrid sessions by confirming links, slides, and session setup with relevant teams.</p><br><p>• Capture meeting notes and action items and follow up to ensure completion.</p><br><p><strong>3. Delivery Readiness &amp; On-Ground Support</strong></p><br><p>• Coordinate with the Operations Lead to ensure delivery readiness items are confirmed in advance, including venue details, room layout, signage, and participant flow.</p><br><p>• Ensure key materials are prepared and available, including agendas, participant packs, name tents, and feedback tools.</p><br><p>• Support delivery days on-ground by assisting with participant flow, session readiness, and issue resolution, escalating when needed.</p><br><p><strong>4. Participant Experience &amp; Communications</strong></p><br><p>• Prepare and send standard participant emails using approved templates, including joining instructions, reminders, schedules, and location details.</p><br><p>• Track participant confirmations and attendance lists, keeping records accurate and up to date.</p><br><p>• Receive participant questions and route them to the right team member, following up to ensure closure.</p><br><p>• Support basic coordination during selection phases, such as interview scheduling, confirmations, and simple follow-ups.</p><br><p>• Assist with simple participant arrangements as needed, coordinating with relevant teams and flagging anything sensitive early.</p><br><p><strong>5. Data, Reporting &amp; Continuous Improvement</strong></p><br><p>• Support end-of-program close-out reports for assigned programs, including delivery summary, attendance metrics, and key feedback themes.</p><br><p>• Consolidate close-out materials such as final agendas, run-of-show documents, attendance logs, and survey outputs for easy reference.</p><br><p>• Support close-out actions by confirming open items are completed and final materials are archived in the agreed structure.</p><br><p><strong>WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT</strong></p><br><p>This role makes a visible impact by ensuring academy programs are delivered smoothly, consistently, and to a high standard.</p><br><p>You will be structured, detail-focused, and committed to keeping delivery on track through clear tracking, timely communication, and reliable readiness checks.</p><br><p>This role has a key impact in protecting the participant experience, strengthening program quality, and reinforcing Dubai Future Academy’s reputation while supporting Dubai Future Foundation’s position as a regional and international thought leader.</p><br><p><strong>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS</strong></p><br><p>We will offer you a unique opportunity to support learning journeys that build leadership capability and future skills. You will work closely with an experienced academy team, engage with senior stakeholders, and support delivery alongside world-class partners.</p><br><p>You will build practical skills in program delivery, coordination, communications, and reporting, with the chance to learn across multiple initiatives and grow your confidence through hands-on experience.</p><br> <p><strong>ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND BEHAVIORS</strong></p><br><p>• You have a Bachelor’s degree.</p><br><p>• You have 2 years of experience in project coordination, program operations, events, training delivery, or consulting support.</p><br><p>• You are organised and comfortable working with task trackers, checklists, and structured documentation.</p><br><p>• You communicate clearly and professionally, and can write strong emails, meeting notes, and concise updates.</p><br><p>• You have excellent written and spoken English communication skills. Fluency in written and spoken Arabic is an additional asset.</p><br><p>• You are confident with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, and comfortable using collaboration tools such as Teams and Zoom.</p><br><p>• You have strong attention to detail, follow through on tasks, and take pride in doing work properly.</p><br><p>• You are curious, willing to learn, and quick to pick up new tools and ways of working.</p><br><p>• You bring positive energy, take initiative, and genuinely enjoy supporting people and delivering a great experience.</p><br><p>• You are a team player, flexible when priorities shift, and willing to support where needed to ensure programs run smoothly.</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p>POSITION: OFFICE MANAGER - RDI</p><br><p>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</p><br><p>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to institutionalize the envisioned future and forward-thinking methodologies, while positioning Dubai as the leading city of the future.</p><br><p>In partnership with its local and global partners from governments, companies, startups, and entrepreneurs, DFF drives joint efforts to collectively imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</p><br><p>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the DFF runs and oversees many futureproofing projects and initiatives, such as the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution UAE, Dubai Future Accelerators, One Million Arab Coders, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Solutions, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Forum, etc.</p><br><p>DFF’s efforts to share knowledge, adopt innovation, support entrepreneurs and innovative startups, build capacity, and promote forward-thinking and foresight principles contribute to Dubai’s ambitions to be a role model for the cities of the future through the power of unlimited imagination, innovation, foresight and disruptive mindset.</p><br><p>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit the website: www.dubaifuture.ae</p><br><p>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</p><br><p>This role is responsible for ensuring the effective day-to-day operation of office facilities and workplace services. It supports organizational efficiency by maintaining safe, compliant, and well-functioning work environments, enabling teams to operate productively and without disruption.</p><br><p>OFFICE MANAGER</p><br><p>As the Office Manager, you will manage day-to-day facility operations, ensuring a safe, efficient, and productive workplace while also overseeing maintenance, security, and resource allocation.</p><br><p>The Office Manager will drive best practices in operational planning, sustainability, and space utilization to support organizational effectiveness.</p><br><p>YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES</p><br><p>FACILITIES AND WORKPLACE MANAGEMENT</p><br><p>• Coordinate facility maintenance, repairs, and improvements to ensure safety, functionality, and compliance with relevant standards.</p><br><p>• Manage vendor contracts and security protocols for facility-related services, ensuring reliability and cost-effectiveness.</p><br><p>• Oversee space planning, equipment deployment, and inventory management to optimize resource use.</p><br><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to address evolving workplace requirements and infrastructure needs.</p><br><p>• Monitor and manage facilities-related budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements.</p><br><p>• Ensure compliance with building codes, environmental regulations, and safety standards.</p><br><p>• Manage employee facility-related requests and oversee logistical arrangements for visits, events, and large meetings.</p><br><p>WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT?</p><br><p>This role is key to ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of office facilities and workplace services. By maintaining safe, compliant, and well-functioning environments, the Office Manager enables teams to work productively and without disruption.</p><br><p>Through effective facilities management, vendor coordination, and budget oversight, this role supports operational efficiency, cost control, and a positive workplace experience.</p><br><p>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS?</p><br><p>We will offer you a professional and fast-paced work environment where operational excellence and collaboration are valued.</p><br><p>You will work with diverse teams, manage modern office facilities, and contribute to well-organized, efficient workplaces.</p><br><p>The role offers broad exposure to operational activities, providing opportunities to build expertise, take ownership, and make a meaningful day-to-day impact.</p><br><p>WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?</p><br><p>EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS</p><br><p>• You will have a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in operations, facilities management, or a related role.</p><br><p>• You will have proven experience managing maintenance schedules, vendor relationships, and operational budgets.</p><br><p>• You will have strong organizational and project management skills, with high attention to detail.</p><br><p>• You will demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.</p><br><p>• Proficiency in Arabic is a plus.</p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>The Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) was officially established in 2001, under the authority of the Dubai Government. There are a &nbsp;number of entities and institutions operating under its umbrella, including Port Rashid, Jebel Ali Port, Al Hamriya Port, which are managed by Dubai Ports Authority, in addition to the Department of Planning and Development - Trakhees, the Dubai Maritime ​Authority and the Office of the Marine Agency for Wooden Dhows, as well as the investment arm and&nbsp; security arm of the corporation, represented by Investment Department and Security Department.</span></p><br><br> <ul><li>Conduct preliminary legal research on contract law and related matters, and analyse and interpret legal texts, case law, and regulatory requirements relevant to contracts and agreements.</li><li>Prepare draft legal opinions in response to queries relating to contracts and/or agreements, ensuring accuracy and alignment with the guidelines provided by the supervisor.</li><li>Conduct initial reviews of proposals, contracts, draft agreements, and other legal documents, providing detailed observations and recommendations for improvement.</li><li>Draft and refine various legal documents, including contracts and agreements, for final review and approval by the supervisor.</li><li>Continuously research and analyse legal developments, legislation, regulations, and resolutions that may impact PCFC operations, and provide relevant updates as required.</li><li>Assess potential liabilities, legal restrictions, and risks associated with proposed legal transactions, and recommend practical solutions to mitigate identified risks.</li><li>Support legal advisers and managers in the preparation, review, and negotiation of contracts and agreements, and assist in resolving contractual disputes and related matters.</li><li>Maintain and update legal research databases and resources, ensuring that research findings and supporting documentation are accurately recorded and organised.</li><li>Conduct in-depth research into legal matters and emerging trends to support informed decision-making and strategic planning.</li><li>Liaise and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to gather relevant information, understand business requirements.</li></ul> <p><span><strong>Required (Minimum Experience):</strong></span><span>A minimum of two years’ experience in legal affairs.</span></p><br><p><span><strong>Preferred:</strong></span><span>Previous experience in a legal role involving contracts, agreements, legal research or other relevant legal matters.</span></p><br><span>EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS</span><p><span><strong>Required (Minimum Qualification):</strong></span><span>A bachelor’s degree in Law, Legal Studies or a related discipline.</span></p><br><p><span><strong>Preferred:</strong></span><span>A recognised qualification in Contract Management and/or Certified Legal Manager (CLM) certification. Professional legal qualification or admission to practise as a lawyer is desirable.</span></p><br> </div>