Director - Professional Development | UAE National | Education sector

We are seeking a highly experienced UAE National to lead the Professional Development for Leadership and School Staff Department within a leading UAE government education entity.

The role is responsible for overseeing the department's activities and contributing to the development and implementation of strategic policies, performance management frameworks, professional development initiatives, leadership development programs, and succession planning strategies for education-sector employees and school staff.

The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership to ensure continuous improvement in employee capabilities, performance, career development, and organizational effectiveness across the education sector.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the department's organizational units, ensuring effective performance, coordination and achievement of departmental objectives.
• Develop and implement strategic and operational plans, KPIs and performance measures for the department.
• Develop policies and procedures related to employee performance management within the education sector and ensure compliance with approved frameworks.
• Identify high-potential and promising employees and develop professional development, career progression and succession plans to strengthen the future leadership pipeline.