Program Manager - Strategic Special Projects

• Exciting opportunity to be a part of a high - profile organisation.
• Lead strategic, cross-functional initiatives & support executive decision-making

About Our Client

A very successful organisation setting up their offices in Abu Dhabi.

• Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of strategic and operational projects with internal teams as well as external stakeholders.
• Develop and implement project management frameworks and detailed plans including timelines, budgets, and risk assessments to ensure effective delivery.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align project objectives, track KPIs, and ensure continuous progress against strategic goals.
• Prepare high-level reports, briefings, and executive presentations to support leadership decision-making and drive strategic communication.
• Represent senior leadership in meetings when required, ensuring key messages, directives, and follow-ups are accurately conveyed and actioned.
• Support the development of operational policies, governance frameworks, and planning processes to enhance efficiency and ensure compliance.

• Must have an undergraduate degree from a top - tier international university, preferably in the fields of economics, business administration, finance, or public policy.
• An MBA or relevant master&aposs degree is strongly beneficial but not essential.
• Must have 6
• 10 years of experience as a Project Manager, with 2
• 4 years experience of working closely with executive leadership.
• Must have experience from a global strategy consulting firm or a mix of consulting and industry experience within a complex organisation.
• Must be skilled at leading complex projects and navigating changing priorities with efficiency and adaptability.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, trusted to work closely with senior leadership on high-impact initiatives.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving, known for discretion and delivering results in fast-paced environments.
• Experience with Business Intelligence (BI) tools is highly preferred.

• Attractive compensation package
• Opportunity to work closely with influential leadership in an impactful role

Contact

Areej Mahmood

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