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Strategic Advisory
Act as a trusted advisor to Senior Management on economic matters, trends, and policy implications.
Provide forward-looking insights to support strategic priorities, including Dubai’s D33 agenda and international expansion.
Contribute to shaping economic narratives and positioning Dubai as a global business hub.
Economic Research & Analysis
Conduct in-depth research on global and regional economic trends, trade flows, and sector developments.
Develop economic reports, briefs, and dashboards to support executive decision-making.
Analyze the impact of economic policies, regulations, and global shifts on Dubai’s competitiveness.
Policy & Stakeholder Engagement
Support the development of policy recommendations in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
Engage with government entities, international partners, and research institutions on economic topics.
Contribute to consultations, forums, and economic working groups.
Market Intelligence & Forecasting
Monitor key markets where Dubai Chambers operates (40+ international offices).
Provide insights on investment opportunities, trade corridors, and emerging sectors.
Support forecasting exercises and scenario planning.
Executive Support & Reporting
Prepare high-quality presentations, reports, and briefing notes directly for Senior Management.
Support Senior Management in strategic meetings, committees, and high-level engagements.
Translate complex economic data into clear, actionable insights for executive decision-making.
Knowledge Development
Build internal knowledge on economic trends and best practices.
Contribute to thought leadership publications and reports issued by Dubai Chambers.
Economic Strategy Integration
Support the alignment of Dubai Chambers’ initiatives with national economic strategies (e.g., D33, UAE Centennial 2071).
Ensure economic insights are embedded across sector strategies and international office priorities.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Minimum Qualification & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Public Policy, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred; PhD is a plus for senior-level positioning).
- 12–15 years of progressive experience in economic advisory, research, or policy roles, with proven exposure to senior leadership / executive-level stakeholders.
- Experience within government entities, international organizations, consulting firms, or leading think tanks is highly preferred.
- Strong understanding of the UAE economic landscape, global macroeconomic trends, and international trade dynamics.
- Demonstrated experience in supporting strategic decision-making at executive or board level.
- Proven track record in developing economic insights, policy recommendations, and high-impact reports.
About Dubai Chambers
Nonprofit public chamber supporting Dubai businesses through trade services, advocacy, internationalisation, and digital-economy development.
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