Background: Our client, a GCC member state's national pension fund, is seeking a Chief Actuary that will lead the development and execution of actuarial evaluations, pension modelling, and long-term liability projections.
Lead the actuarial assessment of public pension and social insurance schemes, including regular valuations and financial sustainability reviews
Oversee the development and maintenance of actuarial models for liabilities, contribution rates, demographic assumptions, and risk analysis
Provide expert advice to executive leadership on actuarial implications of policy reforms, benefits structure, and funding strategies
Collaborate with internal departments (finance, policy, legal, IT) and external advisors to support evidence-based decision-making
Present actuarial findings to senior government stakeholders and support the development of national pension strategy
Ensure compliance with international actuarial standards and regional regulatory requirements
Develop internal actuarial talent and promote a culture of technical excellence, research, and innovation
Fellow of a recognized actuarial body (e.g., Minimum of 15 years of actuarial experience, with at least 10 years in public pensions, social insurance, or related domains
Proven expertise in pension valuation methodologies, demographic modeling, and long-term risk analysis
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement capabilities, preferably in a government or policy environment
Experience working with government institutions, multilateral agencies, or actuarial consulting firms on pension system design is an asset
Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Arabic is an advantage