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Location: Dubai, UAE (On-site) Role Purpose This role exists to ensure one outcome: What the CEO decides is executed — fast, completely, and without dilution. The Chief of Staff acts as the CEO’s execution partner, driving discipline, accountability, and operational clarity across the organisation.
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Role Purpose
This role exists to ensure one outcome:
What the CEO decides is executed — fast, completely, and without dilution.
The Chief of Staff acts as the CEO’s execution partner, driving discipline, accountability, and operational clarity across the organisation.
This is a **high-impact execution role**, positioned at the centre of the business.
We are looking for a **hands-on execution leader** who drives outcomes across teams and holds stakeholders accountable.
Key Responsibilities Ceo Execution Management
- Translate CEO directives into structured execution plans with clear owners and timelines
- Track all decisions and ensure seamless follow-through
- Identify risks, delays, and misalignment, with clear recommendations
Executive Governance (Excom)
- Drive a disciplined operating rhythm (weekly, monthly, quarterly reviews)
- Structure leadership meetings with clear agendas and outcomes
- Ensure decisions convert into actionable execution plans
- Enforce accountability across senior leadership
Performance Tracking & Reporting
- Build and manage CEO dashboards (KPIs, RAG status, progress tracking)
- Standardise reporting across all functions
- Ensure reporting is concise, action-oriented, and decision-focused
Execution Tracking & Follow-Ups
- Own organisation-wide action tracking systems
- Ensure every task has ownership, timelines, and measurable outcomes
- Drive consistent follow-up until closure
Cross-Functional Alignment
- Align priorities across Finance, HR, Marketing, Operations, and Education
- Track interdependencies and remove execution bottlenecks
- Ensure coordinated delivery across departments
Risk & Issue Management
- Proactively identify execution risks and gaps
- Maintain a live risk and issue tracker
- Escalate with clarity and actionable solutions
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in a **Chief of Staff / Strategy Execution / PMO leadership role**
- Strong ability to **drive execution in high-pressure environments**
- Track record of **holding senior stakeholders accountable**
- Experience building **governance frameworks and enforcing them**
- Exceptional organisational, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to operate with **authority, neutrality, and influence**
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