Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE (On-site, Full-time)
Experience Required: 58+ years
Role Type: Full-Time
Budget Range: Up to AED 15,000
About The Role
We are seeking experienced
Program Managers to manage multiple concurrent technology initiatives within a fast-paced, delivery-driven environment. Each Program Manager will oversee
34 active projects or programs, working closely with cross-functional delivery pods while reporting into the
PMO Lead. The role requires strong ownership of delivery outcomes, technical understanding, and the ability to manage stakeholders effectively. Exposure to
AI-driven projects is preferred, and candidates who can
join within one month and
speak Arabic will be given priority.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end program and project lifecycles, from initiation through closure, ensuring delivery on scope, time, and quality.
- Oversee and coordinate 34 parallel projects/programs, balancing priorities and dependencies.
- Work closely with cross-functional pods including engineering, data, product, and operations teams.
- Report program progress, risks, dependencies, and outcomes to the PMO Lead and senior stakeholders.
- Ensure alignment between business objectives and technical execution.
- Proactively identify risks and issues, driving mitigation and escalation where required.
- Maintain delivery governance, documentation, and reporting standards.
- (Preferred) Manage or support AI / data-driven initiatives, leveraging AI tools to improve planning, tracking, and decision-making.
Required Skills & Experience
- 58+ years of experience in project or program management, preferably in technology-driven environments.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and technical delivery models.
- Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work within PMO-led governance structures.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Comfortable using project management and collaboration tools.
- (Preferred) Experience managing or supporting AI-related projects.
- Arabic-speaking candidates preferred.
- Candidates who can join within one month will be prioritized.
Educational Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (required).
Success Measures
- Timely and predictable delivery of multiple concurrent projects/programs.
- Clear visibility and control over risks, dependencies, and milestones.
- Strong stakeholder satisfaction and communication effectiveness.
- Alignment of program outcomes with business objectives.
- Consistent adherence to PMO governance and delivery standards.
