Special Assistant - Economic Strategy & Brand Positioning

Role Summary

This is a high-trust strategic role supporting a senior committee member within a State-level Economic Council under a Traditional Institution. The position supports economic strategy design, institutional positioning, policy research, branding direction, and executive decision support.

The role requires strong analytical depth, structured execution, and senior stakeholder engagement capability.

Core Responsibilities

Economic Strategy & Framework Support

• Support development of operational and governance frameworks
• Conduct economic, sector, and policy research
• Prepare concept notes, policy briefs, and strategy papers
• Contribute to economic positioning and investment attraction strategies

Brand Positioning & Communication

• Support institutional branding and positioning direction
• Prepare presentations, speeches, and briefing materials
• Ensure consistent, credible, and culturally appropriate messaging

Project & Stakeholder Coordination

• Represent the Principal when delegated
• Liaise with government and private sector stakeholders
• Track milestones, deliverables, and action points
• Prepare structured progress updates

Cross-Initiative Advisory Support

• Support related strategic and institutional initiatives
• Assist with partnership identification and proposals
• Monitor economic and policy developments

Executive Decision Support

• Prepare executive briefs and meeting summaries
• Enable follow-through on decisions
• Maintain confidentiality and institutional records

Key Performance Indicators

• Timely delivery of high-quality strategy and policy documents
• Clear framework and program structuring support
• Consistent branding and stakeholder communication quality
• Effective coordination and follow-through
• Research quality and analytical credibility
• Professional executive representation

Required Qualifications

Background in Economics, Public Policy, or Business Administration