Senior Manager

1 week ago

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Knight Frank Dubai Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior Manager to join our Education Sector team in Dubai. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the development of pre-operational strategies for school setup, including obtaining academic plan approvals, facilitating regulatory interactions, formulating admissions and marketing plans, and assisting with HR and recruitment for new schools.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop Pre-Operational Strategies: Create and implement comprehensive strategies for school setup, including obtaining academic plan approvals, facilitating regulatory interactions, and formulating admissions and marketing plans.
  • Facilitate Regulatory Interactions: Liaise with government Ministries of Education in the region to advise on programs and strategic education projects.
  • Conduct Feasibility Studies: Conduct thorough feasibility studies for prospective schools and organizations seeking to establish themselves in the region.
  • Provide Input on School Concepts and Designs: Offer input on school concepts and designs based on the findings of feasibility studies.
  • Liaise with Operators: Liaise with operators in the region on new proposals for schools.
  • Stay Updated on Regional and Global Trends: Possess a solid understanding of the Middle East's macroeconomic landscape and the factors driving educational development strategies, particularly within the international school sector. Stay updated on significant regional and global trends and developments in international education to offer well-informed advice to clients.
  • Contribute to Business Development: Contribute to business development efforts, which may involve writing proposals and participating in networking events.
  • Collaborate with Colleagues: Serve as the primary point of contact with clients and ensure effective communication with all stakeholders and colleagues to facilitate the efficient and professional execution of tasks.
  • Meet Project Deadlines: Meeting project deadlines necessitates not only technical skills and experience but also the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and maintain a flexible approach to office hours.
  • Undertake Research: Undertake research for the identified services and provide meaningful market-driven advice.
  • Liaise with Subconsultants: Liaise with subconsultants and other professionals where required to deliver results.
  • Stay Abreast of Key Trends: Keep abreast of key trends/developments in education sector regionally and globally in order to provide informed opinion.
  • Refer Business Leads: Refer business leads or other potential fee-earning opportunities into other parts of the Middle East and Global business.
  • Contribute to Business Development: Contribute to business development including proposal writing and attending network events.
Requirements:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role.
  • Skills: Strong understanding of the education sector, excellent communication and project management skills, ability to work effectively in a team environment.

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