AE - EPMO Lead

Amana Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Amana Group is seeking an experienced AE - EPMO Lead to guide the EPMO team, align the project portfolio with strategic goals and drive delivery across digital platforms.

The role requires strong leadership, PMP certification, and a proven track record in managing complex programs using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies. You will mentor team members and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure on-time, on-budget outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in project management, with a proven track record of leading complex projects.
• PMP or equivalent certification.
• Strong leadership and team management skills; ability to inspire a diverse team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Proficient in Agile and Waterfall methodologies and project management tools.
• Experience in digital transformation initiatives and technology trends.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills; data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the EPMO team; provide strategic direction and guidance.
• Develop and implement EPMO best practices and standards; align with digital transformation goals.
• Oversee project portfolio management: prioritization, resource allocation, risk assessment.
• Establish communication channels with stakeholders; ensure transparency and collaboration.
• Facilitate project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and closure within timelines and budgets.
• Implement project management tools and technologies to boost efficiency and data-driven decisions.
• Conduct regular reviews and mentor project teams; identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate projects with business operations.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Mentoring

Agile

Waterfall

Data-driven decisions

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Project Management

Tools

MS Project

Job description

AE - EPMO Lead

We are seeking an experienced and strategic AE - EPMO Lead to join our AE - Digital Platforms amp EPMO department In this role you will lead the EPMO team providing guidance and support to ensure successful project management practices Your expertise will be instrumental in driving digital initiatives and optimizing project delivery processes ultimately enhancing our overall operational efficiency

Lead and manage the EPMO team providing strategic direction and guidance Develop and implement EPMO best practices and standards ensuring alignment with industry trends and digital transformation goals Oversee project portfolio management including prioritization resource allocation and risk assessment Establish and maintain effective communication channels with project stakeholders ensuring transparency and collaboration Facilitate project initiation planning execution monitoring and closure ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets Implement project management tools and technologies to enhance efficiency and data-driven decision-making Conduct regular project reviews and provide constructive feedback to project teams identifying areas for improvement Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of projects with business operations Stay updated on industry trends emerging technologies and project management methodologies Mentor and develop EPMO team members fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field. Minimum 8 years of experience in project management, with a proven track record of leading complex projects. Certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification. Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels. Proficient in project management methodologies and tools, including Agile and Waterfall frameworks. Experience in digital transformation initiatives and a deep understanding of technology trends. Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Willingness to continuously learn and adapt to new technologies and industry practices.