Lead Strategic Coordinator
Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)
Date: 6 hours ago
City: Remote
Contract type: Contractor
Remote
Title: Lead Strategic Coordinator
Requisition ID: 5937
Overview
Business Unit: President Complex - DG Corporate Services Front Office Country: Saudi Arabia Location: IsDB, HQ Jeddah Job Grade: E4 Contract Type: Fixed Term Closing Date: 4-Nov-2026
Job Purpose
To provide senior strategic coordination, executive advisory support, and performance oversight to the Vice President (VP) / Director General (DG) in the effective planning, delivery, monitoring, and reporting of Complex / Directorate priorities. The role coordinates the preparation of the Integrated Work Program, Annual Work Program and Budget; monitors implementation of strategic initiatives, KPIs, and VP / DG directives; ensures timely follow-up on decisions; strengthens internal and external coordination; and provides quality assurance for key reports, Board submissions, executive briefs, and other documents requiring VP / DG review or endorsement.
Key Accountabilities
Strategic Planning, Executive Advisory & Decision Support:
Coordinate the preparation and consolidation of the Integrated Work Program, Annual Work Program, budget inputs, and related strategic plans for the Complex / Directorate.
Support the VP / DG in setting, monitoring, and reviewing Complex / Directorate KPIs, priorities, resource allocations, and implementation progress.
Provide strategic and technical advice, executive briefs, and decision-support inputs on policy papers, strategy proposals, reports, and Bank-wide matters requiring VP / DG attention.
Coordinate and follow up on implementation of VP / DG directives, BED decisions, strategic initiatives, and cross-Complex / Directorate actions, and report progress regularly.
Provide quality assurance for key documents submitted through the VP / DG Office, including Board-related documents, ensuring completeness, accuracy, compliance, and timely submission.
Strengthen stakeholder engagement, internal feedback mechanisms, and communication across business units, other Complexes / Directorates, IsDB entities, and relevant external institutions.
Undertake background research, prepare supporting technical material for high-level engagements, and carry out other assignments requested by the VP / DG.
Performance Monitoring, Follow-up And Reporting
Secretariat support to committees and forums chaired by the VP/DG
Preparation of VP/DG participation in high-level institutional and multilateral engagements
Follow-up on audit, evaluation and risk recommendations and management action plan.
Cascading of KPIs and alignment of scorecards between the VP/DG level and business units
Use of the Bank's corporate systems and dashboards for performance tracking and records management
Coordinate and oversee the preparation and completion of special reports and speeches, as requested by the VP / DG.
Design and oversee an Information Intelligence System for the VP / DG to help monitor and make informed decisions.
Oversee the design and implementation of an efficient Document and Information Management System in the Front Office.
Review all key outgoing documents to ensure quality, compliance with procedures, completeness, and incorporation of comments raised in high-level meetings before sign-off by the VP / DG.
Lead Complex / Directorate-wide communication efforts on staff engagement activities, initiatives and accomplishments, newsletters, compile the annual report, and conduct staff surveys to gauge service level of the Complex / Directorate.
Knowledge Sharing & Development
Keep abreast of new trends and developments in the field of the Complex / Directorate and share new concepts with the VP / DG and others within the Complex / Directorate and Bank.
Produce and submit to the VP / DG executive information briefs on emerging international development issues/news related to Complex / Directorate mandate.
Undertake research and represent the Complex / Directorate at appropriate professional and public forums and promote its activities and programs internally and externally, as and when required by the VP / DG.
Within delegated authority, provide overall coordination of staff and operational management of the VP / DG Office.
Academic And Professional Qualifications
Master’s degree in Business Administration / Economics / Finance / Engineering / International Relations / or any relevant discipline.
Minimum 10 Years Of Relevant Experience.
Experience working with policymakers, national and international agencies, and/or consultants, and exposure to working with major development agencies is preferred.
Experience and exposure working with senior-level executives is preferred.
Languages: English: Mandatory | Arabic: Preferred | French: Preferred
Skills & Necessary Knowledge
Results-based management and performance frameworks
Board-level drafting
Knowledge of MDB governance and procedures
Data analysis for performance dashboards
Broad and in-depth knowledge of technical concepts and practices relevant to the development sector.
Knowledge of Complex / Directorate-specific operations and policies.
Quality management
Passion for excellence
Problem-solving skills
Strategic planning skills
Analytical and critical-thinking skills
Resources management skills
Strong networking and negotiation skills
Advanced coordination skills
MS Office skills
About Application Process
If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application you would need the following document(s):
The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) does not ask for payments of any kind from applicants throughout the recruitment process (job application, CV review, interview meeting, and final processing of applications). In addition, the IsDB does not request information on applicants’ bank accounts. The IsDB declines all responsibility for the fraudulent publications of job posts or job offers in its name or, in general, for the fraudulent use of its name in any way whatsoever.
Requisition ID: 5937
Overview
Business Unit: President Complex - DG Corporate Services Front Office Country: Saudi Arabia Location: IsDB, HQ Jeddah Job Grade: E4 Contract Type: Fixed Term Closing Date: 4-Nov-2026
Job Purpose
To provide senior strategic coordination, executive advisory support, and performance oversight to the Vice President (VP) / Director General (DG) in the effective planning, delivery, monitoring, and reporting of Complex / Directorate priorities. The role coordinates the preparation of the Integrated Work Program, Annual Work Program and Budget; monitors implementation of strategic initiatives, KPIs, and VP / DG directives; ensures timely follow-up on decisions; strengthens internal and external coordination; and provides quality assurance for key reports, Board submissions, executive briefs, and other documents requiring VP / DG review or endorsement.
Key Accountabilities
Strategic Planning, Executive Advisory & Decision Support:
Coordinate the preparation and consolidation of the Integrated Work Program, Annual Work Program, budget inputs, and related strategic plans for the Complex / Directorate.
Support the VP / DG in setting, monitoring, and reviewing Complex / Directorate KPIs, priorities, resource allocations, and implementation progress.
Provide strategic and technical advice, executive briefs, and decision-support inputs on policy papers, strategy proposals, reports, and Bank-wide matters requiring VP / DG attention.
Coordinate and follow up on implementation of VP / DG directives, BED decisions, strategic initiatives, and cross-Complex / Directorate actions, and report progress regularly.
Provide quality assurance for key documents submitted through the VP / DG Office, including Board-related documents, ensuring completeness, accuracy, compliance, and timely submission.
Strengthen stakeholder engagement, internal feedback mechanisms, and communication across business units, other Complexes / Directorates, IsDB entities, and relevant external institutions.
Undertake background research, prepare supporting technical material for high-level engagements, and carry out other assignments requested by the VP / DG.
Performance Monitoring, Follow-up And Reporting
Secretariat support to committees and forums chaired by the VP/DG
Preparation of VP/DG participation in high-level institutional and multilateral engagements
Follow-up on audit, evaluation and risk recommendations and management action plan.
Cascading of KPIs and alignment of scorecards between the VP/DG level and business units
Use of the Bank's corporate systems and dashboards for performance tracking and records management
Coordinate and oversee the preparation and completion of special reports and speeches, as requested by the VP / DG.
Design and oversee an Information Intelligence System for the VP / DG to help monitor and make informed decisions.
Oversee the design and implementation of an efficient Document and Information Management System in the Front Office.
Review all key outgoing documents to ensure quality, compliance with procedures, completeness, and incorporation of comments raised in high-level meetings before sign-off by the VP / DG.
Lead Complex / Directorate-wide communication efforts on staff engagement activities, initiatives and accomplishments, newsletters, compile the annual report, and conduct staff surveys to gauge service level of the Complex / Directorate.
Knowledge Sharing & Development
Keep abreast of new trends and developments in the field of the Complex / Directorate and share new concepts with the VP / DG and others within the Complex / Directorate and Bank.
Produce and submit to the VP / DG executive information briefs on emerging international development issues/news related to Complex / Directorate mandate.
Undertake research and represent the Complex / Directorate at appropriate professional and public forums and promote its activities and programs internally and externally, as and when required by the VP / DG.
Within delegated authority, provide overall coordination of staff and operational management of the VP / DG Office.
Academic And Professional Qualifications
Master’s degree in Business Administration / Economics / Finance / Engineering / International Relations / or any relevant discipline.
Minimum 10 Years Of Relevant Experience.
Experience working with policymakers, national and international agencies, and/or consultants, and exposure to working with major development agencies is preferred.
Experience and exposure working with senior-level executives is preferred.
Languages: English: Mandatory | Arabic: Preferred | French: Preferred
Skills & Necessary Knowledge
Results-based management and performance frameworks
Board-level drafting
Knowledge of MDB governance and procedures
Data analysis for performance dashboards
Broad and in-depth knowledge of technical concepts and practices relevant to the development sector.
Knowledge of Complex / Directorate-specific operations and policies.
Quality management
Passion for excellence
Problem-solving skills
Strategic planning skills
Analytical and critical-thinking skills
Resources management skills
Strong networking and negotiation skills
Advanced coordination skills
MS Office skills
About Application Process
If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application you would need the following document(s):
- Resume/CV
- Copy of passport
- Academic certificate
The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) does not ask for payments of any kind from applicants throughout the recruitment process (job application, CV review, interview meeting, and final processing of applications). In addition, the IsDB does not request information on applicants’ bank accounts. The IsDB declines all responsibility for the fraudulent publications of job posts or job offers in its name or, in general, for the fraudulent use of its name in any way whatsoever.
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