Director, Federal Debt Management Office

About the role

Lead and manage the overall operations of the Federal Debt Management Office (FDMO), ensuring the effective delivery of its mandate, strategies and activities in accordance with Federal Law No. (9) of 2018 on Public Debt. The role provides strategic advice to the Minister of Finance on public debt management and undertakes other finance‑ and fiscal‑related responsibilities assigned by the Minister.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and recommend public debt management strategies and policies, oversee implementation and coordinate with the Central Bank.
• Advise the Minister on proposals for issuance of public debt instruments and matters related to the sovereign credit rating.
• Advise on investing surplus government funds in highly secure and liquid assets.
• Direct the FDMO’s organizational units, oversee performance, reporting and ensure clear responsibilities.
• Lead strategic and operational planning, budgeting, reporting and establish key performance indicators.
• Review and approve operating procedures, work methodologies and quality standards, identifying improvement opportunities.
• Build strategic partnerships with external stakeholders, engage internal stakeholders and lead change initiatives.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, continuous learning and high‑quality performance across the department.

Required profile

• UAE National holding a valid UAE Family Book (Khulasat Al Qaid).
• Master’s degree in Accounting with at least 10 years of experience, or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with at least 12 years of experience.
• Professional qualifications such as CPA, CTP, ACCA, CFA, CMA, VAT Compliance Diploma, Professional Certificate in Market Risk, among others.