Director of Corporate Support - DFWAC

Beginning of the main content section.Return to the home pagePrintable Format Job Description - Director of Corporate Support - DFWAC (26003244)Job Description Director of Corporate Support - DFWAC - (26003244) About Dubai Foundation for Women and Children: The Dubai Foundation for Women and Children is the first authorized non-profit shelter and humanitarian care in the United Arab Emirates to care for women and children who are victims of domestic violence, child abuse, and victims of human trafficking. It was established in late 2007 in order to provide victims with immediate shelter, protection and support services, in accordance with international human rights conventions. Job Description Lead the Corporate Support Department and oversee its divisions, ensuring alignment, integration, and achievement of their objectives.Develop and implement the department’s operational plans in alignment with the organization’s strategic goals and directions.Oversee the effective management of human resources, financial resources, IT, assets, procurement, and administrative services within the department’s scope.Monitor the institutional and operational performance of the divisions, analyze performance indicators, and take corrective actions to improve results.Lead the development of policies, systems, and procedures related to the department’s functions, ensuring proper implementation and compliance.Enhance cost efficiency and optimal utilization of resources, and monitor budget implementation within the department’s scope.Oversee procurement, contracts, and warehouse operations, ensuring efficiency, transparency, and compliance with approved regulations.Lead digital transformation initiatives and the development of IT systems and services to support organizational needs and business continuity.Manage risks related to the department’s functions and oversee mitigation plans, business continuity, and operational readiness.Lead improvement and development initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and the quality of internal services.Build and develop high-performing teams while promoting a culture of performance, accountability, collaboration, and institutional excellence.Provide reports, analysis, and recommendations to senior management to support decision-making related to Corporate Support. Qualifications Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, finance, or a related field; a master's degree is preferred.Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in administration, corporate support, or corporate services, including at least 4 years in supervisory or leadership positions.Relevant experience in corporate support or corporate services, including leadership or supervisory experience.Experience in managing multidisciplinary teams, planning, performance management, and resource management.Government or semi-government sector experience is preferred.Required Competencies:Leadership and Strategic ThinkingPerformance and Resource ManagementDecision-Making and Problem-SolvingChange and Risk ManagementOperational EfficiencyStakeholder ManagementEffective Communication Job Category: Senior ManagementAdvertiser: Dubai GovernmentEducational-level: BachelorRequired Nationality: UAE Only Suitable for people with determination: NoMonthly Salary: 40001-50000Schedule-Time: Full timeJob Posting: 05/10/2026Unposting Date: 04/11/2026

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, finance, or a related field; a master's degree is preferred. Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in administration, corporate support, or corporate services, including at least 4 years in supervisory or leadership positions. Relevant experience in corporate support or corporate services, including leadership or supervisory experience. Experience in managing multidisciplinary teams, planning, performance management, and resource management. Government or semi-government sector experience is preferred.

Lead the Corporate Support Department and oversee its divisions, ensuring alignment, integration, and achievement of their objectives. Develop and implement the department’s operational plans in alignment with the organization’s strategic goals and directions. Oversee the effective management of human resources, financial resources, IT, assets, procurement, and administrative services within the department’s scope. Monitor the institutional and operational performance of the divisions, analyze performance indicators, and take corrective actions to improve results. Lead the development of policies, systems, and procedures related to the department’s functions, ensuring proper implementation and compliance. Enhance cost efficiency and optimal utilization of resources, and monitor budget implementation within the department’s scope. Oversee procurement, contracts, and warehouse operations, ensuring efficiency, transparency, and compliance with approved regulations. Lead digital transformation initiatives and the development of IT systems and services to support organizational needs and business continuity. Manage risks related to the department’s functions and oversee mitigation plans, business continuity, and operational readiness. Lead improvement and development initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and the quality of internal services. Build and develop high-performing teams while promoting a culture of performance, accountability, collaboration, and institutional excellence. Provide reports, analysis, and recommendations to senior management to support decision-making related to Corporate Support.