Measurement Science Hub Planning & Organisational Manager | The Nielsen Company Sharjah, UAE

Managing and coordinating all Measurement Science (MSci) hub teams’ communication with the countries’ stakeholders, including Managing Directors, Product Leadership, Client Service, Data Acquisition teams as well as the CSM from Global Business Services
Active managing role in preparing countries’ Annual Roadmap Planning, assuring that the roadmaps are aligned with MSci capacity resources
Management and prioritization of MSci work in accordance with MSci resource capacity
Review and planning of Unbudgeted Work Orders (non-scheduled additional work requested by the client) with Global Business Services CSMs
Participation in meetings with Managing Directors and other major stakeholders to represent the hub at local/regional level
Provide leadership to identify and distinguish projects from BAU and to provide support in developing the relevant documentation and materials
Provide input in employees performance evaluation, seek and promote talent with the Msci teams
Coordinate his/her activities and planning with the Statistical Leaders and Regional Leader

Skills

5+ years experience of project and organizational management with proven record of successful delivery of projects on time, on budget and to scope
Familiarity with industry standard project management best practices and general project management life cycle and processes
The ability to manage project revenue targets and set forecast targets for financial management aspects of projects based on KPIs
In depth understanding of Nielsen products, operations and customer perception of value together with expertise with regard to Nielsen service offerings, technical preferences, and technical direction is preferable
Excellent high-level communication and presentation skills with the ability to adjust communication styles to target audiences, including top level management
Excellent people management skills with the ability to handle difficult situations, using appropriate discretion, human resources acumen, and respect for the individual
Ability to foster and encourage creativity and best practice in other projects and among department team members
Sound business acumen with excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise own and others work to meet tight deadlines
The ability to manage expectations and stay cool under pressure
Strong analytical and English speaking skills

Company Profile

The Nielsen Company is a global information and media company with leading market positions in marketing information, television and other media measurement. The privately held company is active in more than 100 countries, with headquarters in New York, USA. The Nielsen Company provides measurement and analysis of marketplace dynamics and consumer attitudes and behavior. Clients rely on Nielsen’s market research, proprietary products, analytical tools and professional service to understand competitive performance, to uncover new opportunities and to raise the profitability of their marketing and sales campaigns. The Nielsen Company provides two major services for its Manufacturer and Retailer clients in the Region – Retail Measurement and Consumer Research.

The Nielsen Company has a strong presence in the Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan (MENAP) region with diversified business in FMCG, Telecom, Automobiles, Finance, Tourism and Government departments. We have more than 1300 employees working in 29 offices in 13 countries across the region. Our MENAP regional head office is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirate. For more about The Nielsen Company please visit www.nielsen.com

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