Country Director – UAE

Role Description The Country Director – UAE (part-time, remote) will oversee overall country operations, strategy, and growth, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and local market conditions. This role includes developing and executing country-level business plans, managing key stakeholder relationships, and representing the organization with partners, regulators, and industry bodies in the UAE. The Country Director will monitor market trends, identify opportunities and risks, and provide informed recommendations to senior leadership. Day-to-day responsibilities include coordinating cross-functional teams, supervising local initiatives and projects, overseeing budgets and resource allocation, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws, policies, and ethical standards. The role also involves preparing reports and presentations, supporting fundraising or business development efforts, and promoting a positive, inclusive culture within the country team.
Qualifications
Demonstrated leadership and management experience in a country or regional director, general management, or similar senior role.
Proven ability in strategic planning, operational oversight, and performance management within complex or multi-stakeholder environments.
Strong understanding of the UAE market, regulatory environment, and cultural context, with experience working across diverse teams and partners.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to represent the organization to external stakeholders and senior partners.
Ability to work effectively in a remote, part-time capacity, managing priorities, deadlines, and distributed teams with minimal supervision.
Experience in budgeting, financial oversight, and resource allocation, with a focus on transparency and accountability.
Relevant academic background, such as a bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, management, public administration, international relations, or a related field.
Prior experience in the UAE or Gulf region and familiarity with international organizations, nonprofits, or mission-driven enterprises is highly desirable.

Work arrangement
Yes