Life at Dubai Future Foundation
Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to institutionalize the envisioned future and forward-thinking methodologies, while positioning Dubai as the leading city of the future. In partnership with its local and global partners from governments, companies, startups, and entrepreneurs, DFF drives joint efforts to collectively imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.
Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the DFF runs and oversees many futureproofing projects and initiatives, such as the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution UAE, Dubai Future Accelerators, One Million Arab Coders, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Solutions, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Forum, etc. DFF’s efforts to share knowledge, adopt innovation, support entrepreneurs and innovative startups, build capacity, and promote forward-thinking and foresight principles contribute to Dubai’s ambitions to be a role model for the cities of the future through the power of unlimited imagination, innovation, foresight and disruptive mindset.
For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit the website: www.dubaifuture.ae
Where does this role fit into the bigger picture?
The Dubai Future Academy is the capacity-building arm of the Dubai Future Foundation and focuses on equipping leaders with the skills and knowledge in Futures and Foresight.
Sr. Executive – Dubai Future Academy
As a Senior Executive at the Dubai Future Academy (DFAC) within the Dubai Future Foundation, you play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-impact learning courses and programmes. This role is designed for a professional with experience in project support and Learning & Development (L&D) who contributes to structured execution and operational excellence.
You will support the execution of Academy programs and courses, help ensure operational readiness, and collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver a high-quality participant experience. You will support end-to-end program delivery from planning through close-out. The role suits someone who enjoys organised coordination, clear documentation, and being involved in delivery days. The role also suits someone who learns quickly, adapts well to change, and is comfortable picking up new tools and ways of working.
Academy Program Design and Content Development
• You will support Program Lead in the design of programs and courses by conducting benchmarking and researching activities.
• You will support the development and refinement of learning materials, case studies, briefs, background papers, and presentations.
• You will ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality across Academy content and knowledge assets.
• You will help contextualise global best practices, case studies, and insights for regional and sector-specific audiences.
Academy Program Support and Delivery
• You will support in maintaining workplans, timelines, and task trackers for assigned programs.
• You will coordinate operational requirements for each course/program, including venue arrangements, vendor follow-ups, faculty logistics, materials preparation, setup, and participant communications.
• You will maintain accurate project documentation, trackers, and budget records to ensure transparency and compliance with Foundation standards.
• You will monitor participant registration and enrolment data, ensuring databases are accurate and up to date.
• You will support reporting processes by compiling program data, feedback results, and performance metrics for review by the Program Lead.
• You will assist in collecting and analysing participant feedback to identify improvement areas.
• You will assist in tracking program budgets, monitoring expenses, processing documentation, and supporting basic financial reporting under the guidance of the Program Lead.
• You will work on marketing material needed to promote Academy offerings and collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team by providing necessary inputs and ensuring timely information sharing for promotional activities.
Partnerships & Ecosystem Support
• You will support relationships with universities, training partners, subject-matter experts, alumni networks, and content providers.
Position: Sr. Executive – Dubai Future Academy Dubai Future Foundation
• You will support building partnerships with other institutions and government entities.
• You will attend relevant learning, education, and leadership development events to stay informed of best practices and innovations.
• You will build and strengthen relationships with faculty and other partners through structured communication and coordination.
• You will contribute to research and identification of potential partners and experts to expand the Academy’s network.
• You will provide coordination support for bespoke program requirements and customized learning initiatives.
Why this role is important?
Dubai Future Academy delivers high-impact learning experiences that directly contribute to building future-ready capabilities across Dubai. The effectiveness of these programs depends on strong operational coordination, disciplined follow-through, and attention to detail.
The Senior Executive role plays an important execution-focused role in ensuring that programs are delivered efficiently and in line with established standards. By supporting structured planning, maintaining operational readiness, and coordinating stakeholders, this role helps safeguard participant experience and strengthens the Academy’s ability to deliver consistently high-quality programs.
What Dubai Future Foundation offers?
We will offer you a unique opportunity to work with passionate people, support shapers of the future as well as work that has an impact, not only on the organization or the UAE but all of humankind.
You will have the chance to work on exciting and new projects, work in a highly diverse and fast paced environment that fosters creativity, disruptive ideas and innovation.
• You will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• You will have 2–4 years of experience in project coordination, education, Learning & Development, content development, applied research, or a related field.
• You will have a strong task management background with a solid record of delivering tasks on time and to the required quality standards.
• You will be passionate about learning, developing the future of education, and knowledge sharing.
• You will have the ability to support multiple workstreams simultaneously, track milestones, follow up on action items, and ensure timely execution under the guidance of a Program Lead.
• You will demonstrate strong attention to detail with the ability to coordinate logistics, vendors, documentation, and on-site execution efficiently.
• You will be capable of prioritizing tasks, managing competing deadlines, and maintaining structured trackers and documentation.
• You will possess clear and professional communication skills (written and verbal) to coordinate with internal teams, faculty, partners, and participants.
• You will be a strong collaborator who can work effectively with internal teams and external partners.
• You will have the ability to maintain accurate databases, track registration data, compile reports, and support performance analysis.
• You will have experience working with multiple stakeholders and supporting structured program delivery (preferred).
• You will be comfortable working in cross-functional teams and contributing positively in a fast-paced environment.
• You will demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• You will be confident in creating high-quality presentations and supporting programme delivery.
• You will demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a clear commitment to quality.
• You will be seeking an opportunity to challenge yourself, with a positive approach to taking on new challenges and projects while pushing boundaries.
