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 initiative aims to enhance participants' leadership capabilities by addressing challenges related to inclusivity, fostering collaboration, and encouraging impactful contributions to business strategy. The programme also facilitates cross-industry networking, enabling leaders to broaden their perspectives and influence.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop creative problem-solving skills to address inclusivity challenges, encouraging team involvement and fostering a sense of contribution among members.
- Practice inclusive leadership by promoting collaboration and empathy, especially among employees who may not share the same physical workspace.
- Engage in mentorship by guiding less-experienced managers through leadership development within the organization.
- Manage conflict resolution effectively, viewing conflicts as opportunities for growth within a diverse and inclusive environment.
- Build and maintain trust within teams to enhance collaboration and synergy across diverse groups.
- Enhance digital literacy by integrating inclusive digital products that empower participants economically.

Required Qualifications

- A minimum of 5 to 12 years of management experience.
- Commitment to participating in a fully residential programme scheduled from November 17th to 20th, 2026.
- Availability to check in by 1:00 PM on November 17th to attend the opening session at 2:00 PM.
- Willingness to engage actively in all programme activities, including training sessions, simulations, case studies, and networking events.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

- The programme encourages female candidates to apply, promoting gender diversity.
- Selection is competitive and aims to ensure a diverse range of perspectives and experiences.
- Participants will benefit from a fully funded, four-day leadership development experience.
- Accommodation is provided on a single-occupancy basis at LUMS, including breakfast and dinner.
- Access to expert-led training content, interactive simulations, case studies, and guest speaker sessions.
- Opportunities to network with industry leaders and peers from various sectors.
- Note that travel expenses to and from LUMS are not covered.

Additional Information

LUMS and Jazz 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 programme’s selective nature ensures a rich learning environment through diverse viewpoints and experiences.

Applicants are encouraged to apply before the closing date of October 23rd, 2026, to be considered for this unique leadership development opportunity.