Design Studio Program Lead: Strategic Projects

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA); Dubai; On-site; AED 357,000 - 725,000; Full time

Job summary

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) seeks a senior Design Studio Portfolio Manager to lead the development and governance of a structured project management framework. You will prioritise initiatives, ensure cohesive delivery, and optimise resource allocation across strategic projects.

You will oversee vendor relationships, track industry practices, and drive adoption of design standards to deliver value. Collaboration across departments and budgets is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Resources, or Arts.
• 8–12 years of relevant experience in learning & development with instructional design & innovation.
• Project management experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and governance of a structured project management framework to standardise processes, ensure consistency, and optimise project execution.
• Lead cross-functional project scoping and integration to ensure coherent, prioritised initiative design aligned to organisational skills needs.
• Oversee and ensure successful execution and delivery of strategic projects at EGA, including planning, resource allocation, and completion.
• Ensure a high-performing vendor network by evaluating capability, fit, and assigning partners to projects.
• Track emerging practices in learning design and workforce development to inform project design and inspire innovation.
• Communicate project milestones and progress to ensure on-schedule delivery and accurate updates.
• Drive adoption of project design and delivery standards and promote full-solution thinking across Design Studio projects.
• Foster a collaborative environment, align stakeholders, and ensure budgetary compliance and operational excellence.

Skills

Human-Centered Design

Problem Solving

Insight Translation Capability

Initiative Prioritisation & Value Fram

Systems Thinking & Interdependency Aw

Vision Articulation & Ideation Lead

Critical Thinking Advanced

Stakeholder Engagement

Continual Improvement & Quality Focus

Advanced Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Human Resources, or Arts

Job description

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) seeks a senior Design Studio Portfolio Manager to lead the development and governance of a structured project management framework. You will prioritise initiatives, ensure cohesive delivery, and optimise resource allocation across strategic projects.

You will oversee vendor relationships, track industry practices, and drive adoption of design standards to deliver value. Collaboration across departments and budgets is essential.