Engagement Manager - United Arab Emirates
Engagement Manager - United Arab Emirates
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Job Description
Are you looking for a fast-paced role where you can lead on high-priority international engagement
You will be working as the Engagement Manager United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the Showcasing Scotland Team within Export Promotion.
Scotlands relationship with the UAE has grown in depth and breadth in recent years leading to the signing of a bilateral trade and investment Memorandum of Understanding with the UAE Ministry of Economy which provides the framework for the project teamwork. This work is a high priority for both the Deputy First Minister and the CEO of Scottish Enterprise - with whom you would have regular engagement - making it a high-profile dynamic and fast paced role. You will report to the team leader and collaborate with senior staff across the SG and Scottish Development International (SDI) and make connections externally.
Responsibilities
- Support the development of the Government to Government (G2G) relationship by creating and delivering high level events and Ministerial engagements between the Scottish and UAE Government.
- Manage a project delivery plan in line with SG Project Management principles with clearly defined measurable objectives and monitor progress ensuring the project team stay on track to deliver.
- Collaborate effectively across the Scottish Government and with stakeholders in Scotland on identifying business opportunities to deepen the UAE relationship.
- Work together with specialists in communications to help showcase Scottish opportunities in the UAE.
- Develop and maintain an accurate record of the engagements taking place with the UAE Government and its agencies to ensure follow up on actions.
- Work closely with Deputy First Minister providing regular updates on the project recommendations for next steps and potential upcoming visits to the UAE.
- Supporting the planning and delivery of major events including Scotland Week 2026 in the UAE.
Responsibilities
- Making Effective Decisions - Level 3
- Communicating and Influencing - Level 3
- Working Together - Level 3
- Delivering at Pace - Level 3
Apply online providing a CV and Supporting Statement (of no more than 1000 words) which provides evidence of how you meet the skills experience and behaviours listed in the Success Profile above.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be used to support your application but all statements and examples provided must be truthful factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others or generated by artificial intelligence and presented as your own) applications will be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.
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If invited for further assessment this will consist of an interview and presentation.
Assessments are scheduled for 17/09/25 onwards however this may be subject to change.
Qualifications
Location
We are location neutral and currently operating a flexible hybrid working model. We have a divisional base in Atlantic Quay 5 Glasgow.
Security checks
Successful candidates must complete the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) before they can be appointed. BPSS is comprised of four main pre-employment checks Identity Right to work Employment History and a Criminal Record check (unspent convictions).
In addition to the standard pre-employment checks this vacancy will also require all candidates to obtain National Security Vetting (NSV) at Security Check (SC) clearance level. This type of check normally includes meeting a minimum UK residency period which for SC level is 5 years.
Further information about NSV checks can be found on the UK Government website - National security vetting: clearance levels -
If you have any questions about this please contact our recruitment team.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
