Program Manager – Digital Health

Job Description

Program Manager Digital Health (Arabic speaker)

Sector: Healthcare / Digital Health

About the Opportunity:

Join our client a prominent government entity dedicated to advancing excellence in healthcare and improving population well-being. As Program Manager, you will lead end-to-end programs and projects focused on digital and analytics transformation, driving progress toward a global leadership position in health technology and data.

Job Purpose:

This role also entails working closely with different functions in the business and with partnered vendors and service providers to successfully deliver solutions and track impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Strategy and Management: Develop and implement comprehensive program plans that align with organizational goals and strategic priorities.
• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure that program outcomes are achieved effectively and efficiently.
• Ensure that program plans and KPIs defined per program directly contribute to Abu Dhabi-wide health and digital enablement KPIs.
• Align scope, goals, and deliverables with stakeholders expectations.
• Program Execution and Delivery: Lead the planning and execution of programs and/or individual projects, ensuring that all aspects are seamlessly integrated and operational.
• Coordinate across departments (e.g., Procurement, IT, Infosec) to ensure readiness and effective program delivery.
• Manage program lifecycle from planning through delivery, ensuring programs meet quality standards and are delivered on time and within budget.
• Monitor progress, timelines, and budgets, addressing any deviations from the initial plan.
• Strategic Alignment and Resource Allocation: Monitor KPIs, budgets, and resource allocations to ensure alignment with program objectives and optimal use of resources.
• Operational Coordination and Support: Address and resolve urgent program-related issues and priorities.
• Manage foundational activities such as capability assessments, key events, and other related program support tasks.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Leadership: Collaborate with senior stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvements and value creation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Regularly communicate program status, risks, and updates to stakeholders.
• Serve as a thought leader in program management best practices and strategic program delivery.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education: Bachelors degree in a relevant field (e.g., Program Management, Business Administration, or a related field).

Experience:

• 2-5 years of experience in project management, consulting, or business analysis.
• Experience in different agile methodologies (Scrum and Kanban) is a plus.
• Proven track record in managing multiple programs across different topics simultaneously.

Certifications: Project management certifications (e.g., PMP) or agile certifications are advantageous.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong leadership skills with experience in program delivery and stakeholder management.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic Alignment: Ability to align programs with organizational goals and ensure optimal resource allocation.
• Operational Expertise: Proficiency in addressing issues, managing timelines, budgets, and foundational activities.
• Thought Leadership: Serve as an expert in program management best practices.
• Cultural Awareness: Knowledge of UAE healthcare regulations and cultural nuances to support localized initiatives.

• Impact: Make a substantial positive impact every day by extending healthy life years in Abu Dhabi and improving healthcare quality.
• Innovation: Work on varied programs in topic and complexity, offering flexibility and creative freedom in healthcare technology.
• Growth: Play a central role in bringing Digital Health&aposs strategy to life, with high visibility and opportunities to expand scope within the organization.
• Compensation: Competitive package with opportunities for professional growth and impact.