Program Manager

Salt; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking an Arabic-speaking Program Manager to lead large-scale digital implementation projects in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record with government clients and excellent stakeholder management skills. This onsite position involves orchestrating multiple workstreams and managing vendors to ensure successful program delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering large implementation projects with government clients.
• Strong technical background and hands-on understanding of project/program delivery.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Orchestrate program delivery across multiple workstreams.
• Act as the main point of contact for client engagement.
• Manage technical and business leads to ensure smooth delivery.
• Oversee change management and progress reporting.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project delivery

Technical knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

Program Manager - 12 Month Contract - Onsite in Abu Dhabi

We are seeking an Arabic-speaking Program Manager to lead large-scale digital and technology implementation projects. The role requires strong technical knowledge, experience managing multiple teams, vendors, and the ability to coordinate stakeholders while driving delivery.

Experience working on UAE government projects is critical to being successful in this program.

Key Responsibilities

• Orchestrate program delivery across multiple workstreams, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met.
• Act as the main point of contact to reassure and engage the client throughout the program.
• Manage technical and business leads and vendors to ensure smooth delivery.
• Oversee change management, stakeholder alignment, and progress reporting.

Requirements

• Proven track record delivering large implementation projects with government clients.
• Strong technical background and hands-on understanding of project/program delivery.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Arabic-speaking preferred.
• Confident, proactive, and able to take ownership.