EMPOWER - Developing Leaders Executive Development Program (Jazz X LUMS)

Jazz, in partnership with LUMS, is offering an exclusive Executive Development Programme titled "Empower: Developing Leaders," designed to cultivate leadership skills with a strong emphasis on inclusivity. This programme aims to strengthen leadership capabilities by addressing barriers to inclusion and enhancing contributions to business strategy through improved collaboration and cross-industry networking. Participants will engage in a comprehensive learning experience that fosters innovative problem-solving, inclusive leadership, mentorship, and digital empowerment, all within a diverse and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop creative solutions to inclusivity challenges, encouraging team involvement in problem-solving to foster a sense of contribution rather than detachment.
- Utilize inclusive leadership techniques to build collaboration and empathy among employees, especially those who may not share the same physical workspace.
- Provide mentorship by guiding less-experienced managers through organizational leadership pathways.
- Approach workplace conflicts as opportunities for growth and positive change within a diverse and inclusive setting.
- Build and maintain a culture of trust to enhance team collaboration and synergy in diverse groups.
- Promote digital literacy by introducing inclusive digital products aimed at economic empowerment.

Required Qualifications

- A minimum of 5 to 12 years of management experience.
- Demonstrated ability or interest in fostering inclusive leadership and diversity within teams.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

- Confirmation into the programme is selective, ensuring a diverse range of perspectives and experiences.
- The programme is fully funded and residential, running for four days from November 17th to 20th, 2026.
- Participants will stay in single-occupancy accommodation at LUMS, with breakfast and dinner included.
- The curriculum includes training content, simulations, case studies, and sessions with guest speakers.
- Opportunities for networking with industry experts will be provided.
- Female candidates are especially encouraged to apply.
- Participants must check in by 1:00 PM on November 17th to attend the opening session at 2:00 PM.
- Travel costs to and from LUMS are not covered.

Please note that Jazz and LUMS reserve the exclusive right to select or reject candidates at any stage of the application or programme without providing reasons. Decisions regarding selection, rejection, or removal from the programme are final and binding, with no liability incurred by either organization. The deadline to apply is October 23rd, 2026.