Strategy & Operations Specialist

Boeing Corporation

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Country Vision: Working with the Country Presidents and Managing Directors, as well as Boeing Global s Director of Globalization Planning, articulate an aspirational vision for Boeing s operations in the key countries of the region. This must be based upon a deep understanding of region s capabilities, needs and aspirations, and how these add unique value to Boeing s business units.
• Country Plan: Working with the Country Presidents and Managing Directors, Boeing Global s Director of Globalization Planning, and business unit and functional representatives, develop and maintain plans for the key countries of the region that identify key near term objectives, and actions required to achieve those objectives.
• Market Development: Work with business units and Boeing Global s Director of Globalization Initiatives to identify and create government or industry partnerships which expand Boeing s presence in the region, implement the Country Visions and/or support other business unit objectives.
• Government Funding: Collaborate with national/local government teams, and strategic partners to unearth and capture government funding opportunities aligned with Boeing s Country Vision and Plan.
• Business Support: Working with the Country Presidents, support risk management and audit management processes, and other duties as assigned.
• Regional Support: While the Middle East is the primary focus for this position, the position is also responsible for supporting country Vision, Plans and market development activities as assigned by the Globalization and Market Development team.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):

• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in the following areas:
  • Business and program development with a regional national or local government, or a similar role in industry
  • Experience in a position involving strategic planning, market development and/or government relations, preferably in a multinational company
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Proficient in both written and verbal communication in Arabic and English.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, cross-functional environment
• Deep understanding of the business environments, cultures, and regulatory landscapes across the region.
• Strong project planning, management and execution skills.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

• Masters Degree or MBA
• Familiarity with the region s aerospace industry and government policies related to the sector would be highly beneficial.
• Confident public speaker

Travel up to 30% will be required, within the region, to the USA, as well as other possible locations.