Design Head

Roles and responsibilities

• Develop and implement organisational strategy, objectives, policies, and operational plans for a variety of departments.
• Review entity structures, manage organisational design engagements, and provide support for strategic design changes.
• Develop and manage the unit's workforce, monitor performance, and provide guidance and training.
  
  

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Professional certifications in organisational design, change management, or related disciplines.
• Proven experience in organisational design within a large, complex organisation.
• Strong expertise in organisational design principles and methodologies.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic.
  

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to play a key role in a governmental sector, which will positively impact the careers and lives of many professionals.

• A design head, often referred to as a design director or head of design, is responsible for overseeing the design process and leading a creative team within an organization. Here are some key skills and qualities essential for a successful design head:

• Leadership Skills: Ability to inspire, mentor, and guide a team of designers, fostering a collaborative and creative environment.

• Creative Vision: Strong aesthetic sense and the ability to develop and communicate a clear design vision aligned with the company’s goals.

• Project Management: Proficiency in managing multiple design projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

• Technical Skills: In-depth knowledge of design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma) and familiarity with various design methodologies.

• User-Centered Design: Understanding of user experience (UX) principles and ability to create designs that meet user needs and enhance usability.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align design initiatives with business objectives and market trends, ensuring that design efforts contribute to overall success.

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for presenting ideas, giving feedback, and collaborating with stakeholders.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Capability to address design challenges creatively and effectively, finding innovative solutions.

• Collaboration: Strong ability to work cross-functionally with teams such as marketing, product development, and engineering to ensure cohesive project outcomes.

• Trend Awareness: Keeping up-to-date with design trends, technologies, and industry developments to ensure the organization remains competitive.

Desired candidate profile

A design head, often referred to as a design director or head of design, is responsible for overseeing the design process and leading a creative team within an organization. Here are some key skills and qualities essential for a successful design head:

1. Leadership Skills: Ability to inspire, mentor, and guide a team of designers, fostering a collaborative and creative environment.

2. Creative Vision: Strong aesthetic sense and the ability to develop and communicate a clear design vision aligned with the company’s goals.

3. Project Management: Proficiency in managing multiple design projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

4. Technical Skills: In-depth knowledge of design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma) and familiarity with various design methodologies.

5. User-Centered Design: Understanding of user experience (UX) principles and ability to create designs that meet user needs and enhance usability.

6. Strategic Thinking: Ability to align design initiatives with business objectives and market trends, ensuring that design efforts contribute to overall success.

7. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for presenting ideas, giving feedback, and collaborating with stakeholders.

8. Problem-Solving Skills: Capability to address design challenges creatively and effectively, finding innovative solutions.

9. Collaboration: Strong ability to work cross-functionally with teams such as marketing, product development, and engineering to ensure cohesive project outcomes.

10. Trend Awareness: Keeping up-to-date with design trends, technologies, and industry developments to ensure the organization remains competitive.