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Arthur Lawrence is urgently looking for a Manager - Strategic Planning for a client in Riyadh, KSA. Kindly review the Job requirements below. Your immediate application will enable us to place you successfully.

Must-Have

• 8+ years of experience in strategic planning
• Prior experience in leading/ executing corporate strategies
• Skilled instrategic planning cycles, performance monitoring, and risk assessment
• Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken & written)

Nice to Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Strategy Management, or related field
• Professional certifications (SPP, CSMP, BSP, CSP)
• Experience in banking, fintech, or consulting environments

About Us

Arthur Lawrence is a management and technology consulting firm providing enterprise-wide business transformation and business applications implementation services. Our in-depth technical knowledge and broad experience of working with world-class companies enables organizations to leverage our capabilities in developing winning strategies and cost-effective solutions.
We are a UN Women Empowerment Principal Signatory and are certified from National Minority Supplier Development Council.

Acknowledgements from Industry Peers

• Winner of Entrepreneur 360 Award (2019).
• IAOP Award; Ranked in top 100 internationally.
• Arthur Lawrence ranked within the Inc 5000 twice in 2016 and 2017 as one of the fastest. Growing companies of America.
• Named one of the top ten fastest growing businesses in Houston in 2016.
• Ranked 25th in the HBJ s Fast 100 Private Companies Award in 2017.

Our Seven Pillars

We rely on the seven core values that we believe enable us to deliver quality for our consultants and clients: Education, Integrity, Value Creation, Collaboration, Best Client, Best People and Stewardship
Through strict adherence to these core values, we have achieved success beyond all documented forecasts and anticipation.

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Responsibilities

• Collaborate with government entities and ecosystem stakeholders to co-develop and align national golf strategies.
• Evaluate effectiveness of strategic initiatives, identifying gaps, infrastructure needs, and trends to recommend improvements.
• Work with ecosystem players to ensure alignment with the national golf strategy and unified strategic vision.
• Lead the development, prioritization, and implementation of initiatives with defined targets, projects, and budgets.
• Facilitate effective communication and coordination among key stakeholders (e.g., SGF, Golf Saudi, Olympic Committee).
• Provide strategic insights and guidance to senior management for decision-making and policy development.
• Prepare reports and presentations to track progress, KPIs, and outcomes of strategic initiatives.
• Mentor and guide junior staff, ensuring knowledge transfer and building organizational planning capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Public Policy, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 8–10 years of progressive experience in strategy, business planning, or policy development, with at least 3–4 years in a managerial role
• Strong knowledge of strategic frameworks, governance models, and national policy alignment

Skills and Competencies

• Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
• Leadership & People Development
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skill
• Policy & Governance Awareness

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Strategy/Planning

Industries

• Spectator Sports, Golf Courses and Country Clubs, and Sports Teams and Clubs

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Make a difference every day
We are a multinational organisation with a global team of 50,000 colleagues. In the Middle East we operate in the Transport, Defence & Advisory sectors, delivering services in Asset Management, Customer Experience, Fire & Rescue and Air Navigation Services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services to fulfil our purpose to impact a better future by "Bringing National Visions to Life".

Your Opportunity
We are currently bidding for a prestigious new project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and we are looking for a Strategic Planning Specialist who will lead on strategic direction and implementation of contract delivery in support to the Project Director who is the acting as the Project Leader.

The purpose of the project under this contract is to provide consulting and management support to a Ministry in KSA with the necessary tools to manage and maintain assets and facilities, through improving activities to meet service requirements, developing business strategies that ensure reducing costs of the life cycle of assets, and improving practices to increase efficiency and effectiveness. It includes but not limited to long-term management of assets, facilities, resources and services to improve performance, reduce costs and manage the life cycle. In brief, the scope is for the provision of consulting, technical, management and administrative support for facilities and asset management works.

The Ministry is in the process of developing and executing a transformation program. This program involves transitioning from the management of operations and maintenance contracts to the management of contracts related to assets and facilities. The Ministry’ primary objective is to achieve maximum value and benefit for the life cycle of assets and facilities within their estate.

This project is regarded as a part of the comprehensive transformation process on-going in the client’s organization.

Initiation Phase, and was aimed at initiation of transformation and spreading the culture of change, besides conducting several development studies.

Initiative Execution Phase, was dedicated to designing the operational model of the within the operational model of the client’s organisation.

In summary the work includes the analysis of the project outputs made so far to be the basis of the plans, requirements, documents, and deliverables intended for closing the gaps and preparing transformed within the approved operational model. The scope comprises but not limited to:
Preparing strategic plans

Preparing operational plans

Preparation of training program for staff

Gap analysis of previously developed in the previous transformation

Key Accountabilities

Providing strategic input and advice to the Project Director in the delivery of the contract
Having communication skills, strategic thinking and leadership of change.
Ability to prepare and formulate strategic and operational plans with skill in risk and crisis management.
Ability to analyze data, extract statistics, and display results.
Preparing strategic and operational plans in the light of the strategic objectives of the client, and working towards implementation thereof and verifying its indicators.
Providing assistance in linking current projects and initiatives with strategic objectives and key performance indicators.
Liaising with stakeholders for preparation and implementation of strategic communication plan.
Preparation of all required strategic plans to fulfil the required deliverables of the contract and in support of the Project Director and wider consultancy team
Gather and analyze data relevant to the client in order to create detailed strategy reports.
Create short, medium and long-term strategies that support the client's growth and mission in the development of the facility.
Conduct qualitative and quantitative research to identify market trends and consumer behaviour.
Develop a comprehensive working plan to guide execution of strategy.
Establish relationships with stakeholders to gain a better understanding of the organization and their goals.
Evaluate existing strategies and develop actionable plans for improvement.
Monitor progress of implemented strategies and suggest revisions and adjustments.
Providing assistance to the facility components in preparing their plans.
Present findings in a concise and clear manner that aids in making effective decisions.

Specific Requirements Master's degree in Strategic Planning, Business Administration or equivalent. At least three (3) years of experience in strategic planning and corporate performance management. In-depth knowledge of strategic planning methods, concepts, and tools. Familiarity with performance metrics, competitive analysis, and market trends. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to develop strong relationships with stakeholders. Ability to interpret and analyze large volu

Strategic Planning Manager Sr

Reports to: Chief Exec and GM AITC Management Co.

FLSA: Exempt

Primary Work Location: Riyadh Saudi Arabia

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Company Overview

AITC is a fastgrowing proven Information Technology Company focused on Network and Systems Engineering and Integration Professional Services Medical Simulation Test and Training Systems and EndToEnd Product and Technology solutions. AITC provides expert support in Information Systems Design and Cyber Security Strategic Planning Program and Project Management Security Risk Assessment and Logistics for Federal Government and Public Sector markets. AITC is the managing partner of a Joint Venture performing advisory work in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Position Overview

The Strategic Planning Manager Sr will serve as the Subject Matter Expert for planning and development of an overall program to assess current assets and capability (as is) with needs and requirements (to be) to determine what devices and simulators / simulation would best benefit MoD forces. The Strategic Planning Manager Sr will Coach Advise and Assist in Developing an MoD Program to develop capability and meet requirements that will strengthen the skills required to successfully perform KSA mission requirements. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in the U.S. military achieving success in general management and leadership and demonstrated experience or knowledge in US Combatant Command level.

Responsibilities

• Develop an executable Program Plan
• Develop mission Objectives Functions and Tasks that identify and define the KSA specific criteria for success.
• Establish As Is and determine To Be architecture responsibilities processes inputs and outputs required etc.
• Identify the initial Training Simulation requirements and an Initial Training Requirements document.
• Develop Strategic Program for structural operational and administrative requirements and control relationships.
• Develop an Establishment Plan to include structure and details for Initial resourcing and implementation.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Excellent Microsoft PowerPoint Word and Excel capabilities
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated effective leadership
• Comfortable in a dynamic work environment
• Proven abilities to instruct communicate and engage with senior military and defense officials
• 15 years of military experience inclusive of not less than 3 years of deployed staff experience
• Task Force Division or higher including service equivalent staff time
• Ability to assess manning requirements organization procedures and operations processes
• Ability to assess and develop processes and procedures for support functions and support to a Joint unit staff
• Ability to assess and develop internal processes and procedures within a Joint Command
• Previous experience executing operations in a Joint or Combined environment
• Experience with a frontend analysis and Training Objectives
• Experience in designing joint education and training courses
• Graduate degree in International Affairs Organizational Structure Organizational Management from an accredited College or University; Joint Forces Staff College graduate or instructor
• Specialized Planning or Operations course graduate
• Professional Certifications or Accreditations to support combat operations staff processes
• Previous operational experience during Coach Advise Assist and Mentor missions with foreign countries and nationals from third world countries in overseas locations
• Knowledge of concepts principles and fundamentals related to joint operations including the development and implementation of joint exercises
• Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Skills & Knowledge

• Former Department of Defense Military Officer (MAJ or higher) Senior Noncommissioned Officer (MSG or higher) or Chief Warrant Officer (CW3 or higher) or service equivalent. Served on a staff for a deployed Army service equivalent or Joint Task Force unit
• Professional training Certifications or Accreditations to support combat operations staff processes
• Direct experience in a coaching Advise Assist or Mentor role with a foreign military
• Experience on a brigade level (Service equivalent) or higher staff

Physical Demands

• Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards
• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions. Required to walk in heat / humidity
• Must have the ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds occasionally and walk short distances
• Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists hands and / or fingers
• Have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as : preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing : viewing a computer monitor; extensive reading
• Must be able to travel on long international flights and carry travel bags / luggage

AITC provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientationgender identity national origin age disability status genetic information marital status ancestry protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state and local laws and offers equal opportunity for VEVRAA Protected Veterans. AITC will not discriminate against employees and job applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose compensation information.

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Overview

Arthur Lawrence is urgently looking for a Senior Manager - Strategic Planning for a client in Riyadh, KSA. Kindly review the Job requirements below. Your immediate application will enable us to place you successfully.

Must-Have

• Over 10 years of experience in strategic planning, specifically within the banking industry
• Extensive background in crafting corporate strategies, strategic plans, and key initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to lead high-impact strategic projects and teams, including the preparation of strategic documentation
• Strong expertise in developing key performance indicators (KPIs) and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships
• Skilled in assessing internal and external factors to adapt and refine organizational strategies accordingly
• Fluent in both Arabic and English, with strong reading, writing, and speaking abilities

Nice to Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Strategic Management, or a closely related field
• Master’s degree in Strategic Management or a relevant discipline is highly desirable
• Professional certifications in strategy or related areas are considered a plus

About Us

Arthur Lawrence is a management and technology consulting firm providing enterprise-wide business transformation and business applications implementation services. Our in-depth technical knowledge and broad experience of working with world-class companies enables organizations to leverage our capabilities in developing winning strategies and cost-effective solutions.

We are an UN Women Empowerment Principal Signatory and are certified from National Minority Supplier Development Council.

Acknowledgements from Industry Peers

• Winner of Entrepreneur 360 Award (2019).
• IAOP Award; Ranked in top 100 internationally.
• Arthur Lawrence ranked within the Inc 5000 twice in 2016 and 2017 as one of the fastest-growing companies in America.
• Named one of the top ten fastest growing businesses in Houston in 2016.
• Ranked 25th in the HBJ Fast 100 Private Companies Award in 2017.

Our Seven Pillars

We rely on the seven core values that we believe enable us to deliver quality for our consultants and clients: Education, Integrity, Value Creation, Collaboration, Best Client, Best People and Stewardship. Through strict adherence to these core values, we have achieved success beyond all documented forecasts and anticipation.

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Overview

Arthur Lawrence is urgently looking for a Senior Manager - Strategic Planning for a client in Riyadh, KSA. Kindly review the Job requirements below. Your immediate application will enable us to place you successfully.

Must-Have

• Over 10 years of experience in strategic planning, specifically within the banking industry
• Extensive background in crafting corporate strategies, strategic plans, and key initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to lead high-impact strategic projects and teams, including the preparation of strategic documentation
• Strong expertise in developing key performance indicators (KPIs) and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships
• Skilled in assessing internal and external factors to adapt and refine organizational strategies accordingly
• Fluent in both Arabic and English, with strong reading, writing, and speaking abilities

Nice to Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Strategic Management, or a closely related field
• Master’s degree in Strategic Management or a relevant discipline is highly desirable
• Professional certifications in strategy or related areas are considered a plus

About Us

Arthur Lawrence is a management and technology consulting firm providing enterprise-wide business transformation and business applications implementation services. Our in-depth technical knowledge and broad experience of working with world-class companies enables organizations to leverage our capabilities in developing winning strategies and cost-effective solutions.

We are an UN Women Empowerment Principal Signatory and are certified from National Minority Supplier Development Council.

Acknowledgements from Industry Peers

• Winner of Entrepreneur 360 Award (2019).
• IAOP Award; Ranked in top 100 internationally.
• Arthur Lawrence ranked within the Inc 5000 twice in 2016 and 2017 as one of the fastest-growing companies in America.
• Named one of the top ten fastest growing businesses in Houston in 2016.
• Ranked 25th in the HBJ Fast 100 Private Companies Award in 2017.

Our Seven Pillars

We rely on the seven core values that we believe enable us to deliver quality for our consultants and clients: Education, Integrity, Value Creation, Collaboration, Best Client, Best People and Stewardship. Through strict adherence to these core values, we have achieved success beyond all documented forecasts and anticipation.

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Department Manager - Strategic Planning (E1)

About the job Department Manager - Strategic Planning (E1)

General Description of Role and Responsibilities:

• Adopting and implementing Clients PMM and EXPROs Five-Year Projects.
• Portfolio Planning (5 YPPP) processes and methodologies.
• Project registration and managing initial stages of the Stage-Gate process.
• Review and update the National Guideline for the Master Planning.
• Manage the development of the National Master Plan.
• Review Clusters Master Plan.
• Review and approve the Capital Investment Plan (CIP) that the Local Master Plan identifies.
• Ensure that all projects identified within the CIP contribute toward achieving the KPIs.
• Review and approve the project's business cases.
• Ensure all projects are aligned with the requirements of the Master Plan.
• Supporting the cluster to prepare/update the 5YPPP periodically.
• Prioritize projects within the 5 YPPP based on the approved criteria.
• Update and finalize the 5YPPP based on the comment from the EXPRO team.
• Work with other client departments to develop the capital expenditure for their specialized program.
• Supporting the Client in coordinating with external governmental departments such as municipalities to ensure the alignment of their projects with their expansion plans.
• Working with the supply and demand committee to update their plan regularly.
• Monitor the implementation of the regional Master Plans and their identified CIPs.
• Assessing the capability of the Clients existing department staff and recommending appropriate roles and responsibilities.
• Integrate clients assets GIS data in one database platform.
• Preparing the Strategic Planning department knowledge transfer program, which includes comprehensive on-the-job learning.
• Working with the Client to coordinate the water and wastewater service with the main developers.
• Draft agreements and MOUs to provide services for the developers.
• Coordinate with the regional clusters to ensure the timely execution of agreements and relevant projects.
• Attend coordination meetings with the main developers.
• Review mega project requirements for water and wastewater service and ensure these requirements are included within the master plans.
• Informs themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals and Procedures within Hill International and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelor / Master of engineering or urban planning from an accredited university.
• Minimum 20 years experience in related field on national / international major initiatives and developments.
• A record of close engagement with utility providers and wider commercial and public cluster stakeholders.
• Expert in major development master planning and urban planning preferably at national levels. Thorough knowledge of urban and infrastructure planning disciplines.
• Expert in the development of water and wastewater master plan
• Extensive experience of working internationally (preference for Middle East / KSA). Preferable cultural understanding of project management within KSA.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strategic Planning and Engineering Management

CBS is seeking an experienced professional for the position of Strategic Planning and Engineering Management. In this key role, you will be responsible for aligning engineering projects and strategies with the overall business objectives of the organization. You will lead strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and drive project success while collaborating with various teams to ensure the effective allocation of resources. Your expertise in both strategic planning and engineering principles will enable you to provide insights that guide critical decision-making processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership capabilities, excellent analytical skills, and a deep understanding of industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic planning processes to align engineering projects with corporate goals
• Lead engineering management initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve project outcomes
• Analyze market trends and competitive landscape to inform strategic decisions and project prioritization
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between engineering, operations, and business development teams
• Monitor and evaluate project performance, providing recommendations for improvements
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management regarding strategic initiatives and engineering performance
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the engineering team

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in engineering management and strategic planning
• Proven track record of successfully managing engineering projects and leading cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in strategic planning methodologies
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders
• Ability to think critically and solve complex problems in a dynamic environment
• Experience with project management tools and techniques is highly desirable

CBS is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

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**Job Title: Strategic Planning Manager, Military Strategy**

**Reports to**:Program Manager

**FLSA**:Exempt

**Primary Work Location**: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

**Company Overview**

AITC is a fast-growing, proven Information Technology Company focused on Network and Systems Engineering and Integration, Professional Services, Medical Simulation, Test and Training Systems and End-To-End Product and Technology solutions. AITC provides expert support in Information Systems Design and Cyber Security, Strategic Planning, Program and Project Management, Security Risk Assessment, and Logistics for Federal Government and Public Sector markets. AITC is the managing partner of a Joint Venture performing advisory work in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

AITC is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company and has been rated at level 3 for CMMI for Services. All employees are required to be aware of our Quality Policy and must adhere to AITC's established ISO and CMMI policies, standards, and procedures.

**Position Overview**

The Strategic Planning Manager provide support to the KSA military personnel in conducting a comprehensive review and assessment of the current Strategic Programs Office to revise the organizational authorities, roles, functions, mission tasks and architecture to counter Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) threats. The Strategic Planning Manager will provide Train, Advise, Assist, and Mentor (TAAM) support in KSA military related fields to develop the capability and meet requirements that will strengthen the skills required to successfully perform mission requirements.

**Responsibilities / Duties**
- Develop a Project Execution Plan, including an internal document to drive process
- Conduct a Baseline Analysis and producing a Scoping Report to include:

- Analyze and review the TOM
- Determine the current capabilities
- After Action Review (AAR) from organization's responses, manning, equipment, C2, planning, training, doctrine, education, and integration with supported organizations (flow of reporting between organizations)
- Produce a Benchmark Analysis Report to include:

- Identification of like/related programs to achieve required capabilities
- Address Crisis Response, support to Civilian Agencies, and Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) requirements (such as structure, manuals, training, planning, command and control, interagency relationships, logistics, etc.)
- Evaluate Civil Response Training and Training Organization Recommendations
- Validate and implement organizational structure, restructuring plan, roles, functions and tasks, and revise authorities, responsibilities, and architecture to optimize capabilities to counter and respond to CBRN threats/events
- Define national policy and strategy, along with processes and procedures
- Develop and execute tabletop exercise
- Validate solutions implemented to close capability gaps
- Validate assessment of MOD manpower and equipment requirements and processes and procedures
- Develop, identify, and implement defense and response plans
- Implement processes, procedures, and interfaces for defense support of civilian authorities
- Develop MOD/Interagency support plan
- Develop training and exercise program
- Develop and execute a large-scale exercise
- Validate As-Is assessment against improvement made in the interim period between start and completion of this requirement
- Other duties as assigned

**Minimum Requirements**
- Minimum of 15 years of military experience, inclusive of not less than 2 years joint staff experience
- Work experience in developing, structuring, and implementing orientation programs for J5 or operational planning sections at the Division echelon or higher, and program management of J5 orientation program
- Excellent Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel capabilities
- Superior written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable in a dynamic work environment
- Proven abilities to instruct, communicate, and engage with senior military and defense officials
- FA59 Officer
- SAMS Graduate or Instructor
- Master’s Degree or bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University in National Strategy Policy, Public Policy, or National Security
- CGSC or equivalent graduate
- Joint Professional Military Education (PME) Level I & Level II
- Joint qualified military personnel, Senior Developmental Education (for officers/SNCOs/civilians)
- Staff level work experience at Joint Commands, Service component commands, or Headquarters staff level planning elements
- Former PME, service academy or Professor of Military Science instructor responsible for curriculum related to doctrine
- Previous operational experience during TAAM missions with foreign countries and nationals from third world countries in overseas locations
- Security Clearance

**Preferred Skills & Knowledge**
- Advanced Degree and Senior Service School Graduate
- Former Department of Defense Military Officer (Major (MAJ) or higher), Se