Program Manager

🚨 We're Hiring: Programme Manager – Transformation Office

📍 Location: Abu Dhabi & Al Ain, UAE

📅 Contract: 12 months extendable

Role requires travel between Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.

A prestigious Abu Dhabi-based organization is launching a major transformation programme, comprising 20+ high-impact projects, and we're looking for a dynamic Programme Manager to join the Transformation Office and drive its success.

🔧 Key Responsibilities:

Programme Plan Management

Develop and manage an integrated programme plan across 15+ projects

Identify key risks, dependencies, and resource needs

Continuously refine plans based on progress and feedback

Transformation Office Setup

Establish governance frameworks and meeting cadences (Board, Workstreams, Projects)

Define reporting channels, templates, and facilitate collaboration across all stakeholders

Progress Tracking & Reporting

Track milestones vs targets and publish weekly status reports

Maintain dashboards and a detailed programme cost tracker

Highlight key risks, actions, and decisions

Project Delivery Support

Push and follow up on critical project actions

Escalate and help resolve roadblocks

Support supplier award and procurement processes

✅ Role Requirements:

Specialist PMO expert with PMP certification

Proven experience managing complex transformation programmes with multiple workstreams

Strong cross-functional collaboration experience across business units

Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Excel dashboards)

Able to connect the dots, prioritize by impact vs effort, and present to Board-level audiences

Arabic language skills are a plus

🚀 What We Offer:

The opportunity to work on a high-profile transformation in the UAE

A collaborative and fast-paced environment with top-tier professionals

Competitive contract package in US Dollars

📩 Interested or know someone who might be?

Apply now or reach out directly for a detailed discussion.

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