Job Summary

The Strategic Planning Manager is responsible for leading corporate strategic planning, performance management, and business analysis activities across JDCD. The role translates organizational strategy into measurable actions, ensures alignment across departments, and supports leadership with data-driven insights to achieve long-term business objectives.

Roles & Responsibilities

Develop and support corporate business plans and strategic objectives aligned with JDCD’s vision and strategy
Lead day-to-day strategic planning activities and ensure delivery of high-performance work processes
Identify and assess internal and external challenges, risks, and opportunities, recommending strategic actions
Review and update corporate strategy, preparing action plans and mitigation measures to address gaps and deviations
Lead the annual strategic planning cycle, develop performance metrics, and monitor organizational KPIs
Oversee development of corporate dashboards and performance reporting systems
Conduct market research, macroeconomic analysis, and sector-specific insights (including real estate and construction)
Prepare and consolidate corporate reports, presentations, and strategic documentation for management and stakeholders
Support feasibility assessment of strategic initiatives, projects, and investments
Ensure effective cascading of corporate strategy into departmental plans and objectives
Provide subject-matter expertise to leadership and cross-functional teams
Manage departmental performance, budgets, talent development, and resource planning
Lead policy, process, and system development related to strategic planning and governance
Drive continuous improvement, efficiency enhancement, and cost optimization initiatives
Ensure compliance with JDCD policies, quality standards, and applicable regulatory requirements
Perform additional duties as assigned

Mandatory Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Management, Strategic Management, or related field (Master’s preferred)
Minimum 12 years of experience in strategic planning or a similar leadership role
Strong leadership and stakeholder management experience
Proficiency in English required; Arabic preferred