Program Manager (Strategic Initiatives)

APPIT Software Inc.; Dubai; On-site; AED 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

APPIT Software Inc. is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead strategic initiatives in the Middle East. The role involves managing high-stakes programs, engaging with key stakeholders, and ensuring alignment across various teams to achieve program success.

The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of program management experience, with a strong focus on the Middle East technology market and a proven record of managing substantial budgets effectively.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of program management experience.
• At least 2 years in the Middle East or Gulf region.
• Experience managing budgets exceeding $1M.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic programs for market expansion and enterprise client implementations.
• Coordinate teams to deliver program outcomes successfully.
• Establish governance frameworks and reporting processes.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder management

Agile methodologies

Cross-functional team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

Lead strategic programs including market expansion partner integrations and enterprise client implementations in the Middle East. Develop comprehensive program plans with milestones, budgets, resource allocations and success criteria. Manage relationships with regional partners, government entities and enterprise clients to ensure program success. Coordinate cross‑functional teams across engineering, product, sales and operations to deliver program outcomes. Establish program governance frameworks, reporting cadences and executive review processes. Identify and mitigate program risks, managing escalations and course corrections proactively.

Qualifications

7+ years of program management experience with at least 2 years in the Middle East or Gulf region. Proven experience managing strategic programs with budgets exceeding $1M and cross‑functional scope. Strong understanding of the Middle East technology market, regulatory environment and business culture. Excellent stakeholder management skills with experience engaging C‑suite executives and government officials. Proficiency in program management methodologies (PMI, PRINCE2, or Agile at scale). Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or a related field.