Director of Business Transformation Roads and Transport Authority

Road and Transport, RTA Dubai

Job Title
Director of Business Transformation Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) Dubai, UAE
Job Description
Director of Business Transformation Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) Dubai, UAE

Position Overview
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai is seeking a Director of Business Transformation to lead its commercial transformation projects and manage relationships with spin-off companies. The role is responsible for implementing business transformation plans, overseeing concession agreements, ensuring governance compliance, and enhancing financial sustainability. This leadership position involves managing specialized consultants, guiding internal teams, and providing recommendations to senior management to align projects with the Authority s strategic objectives.

Location: UAE
Location: Dubai
Industry: Government Administration
Function: Strategy/Planning
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: UAE Nationals Only
Candidate Preferred Location: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Core Duties

* Lead commercial transformation initiatives to diversify revenues and achieve RTA s strategic objectives
* Supervise the preparation and implementation of executive plans for business transformation in alignment with the Authority s investment strategy
* Manage and guide consultants and internal teams working on transformation projects
* Oversee the drafting and execution of concession agreements with spin-off companies
* Ensure compliance of spin-off companies with agreement terms, providing regular performance reviews and recommendations
* Monitor and resolve challenges in the execution of concession agreements, ensuring governance standards are met
* Represent the Authority on relevant committees, coordinating with government entities and external stakeholders
* Lead budget preparation and oversee departmental projects and initiatives
* Review and update departmental policies, manuals, and processes to support business transformation
* Ensure compliance with government and RTA quality standards, regulations, and strategic objectives

Candidate Requirements

* Bachelor s or Master s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or equivalent from a recognized university
* Minimum 14 years of relevant experience in business transformation, organizational development, or strategic planning
* Proven expertise in financial sustainability, governance, and organizational strategy
* Experience negotiating and managing concession agreements with business entities
* Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to guide specialized consultants and motivate staff
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities for coordination with internal and external partners
* UAE Nationals only

Why Join Us

* Competitive executive-level salary with full government benefits
* Comprehensive medical insurance, retirement, and pension benefits
* Strategic leadership role with impact on Dubai s transformation and financial sustainability
* Professional growth and exposure to high-profile projects at the government level
* Opportunity to shape Dubai s transport and commercial investment future