Project Manager & Scrum Master

Virtusa; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting and technology services firm is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead and deliver complex programs. Responsibilities include managing program scope, budget, and governance while engaging with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and proven expertise in program management, with strong leadership, communication skills, and knowledge of risk management. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and drive significant business outcomes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of overall experience with 4+ years in program management roles preferred.
• Proven experience delivering complex programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end program planning, execution, and delivery.
• Manage interdependencies across projects and workstreams.
• Drive issue resolution and decision-making.

Skills

Program management expertise

Stakeholder management

Leadership skills

Risk management

Problem-solving capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, or related field

Tools

PMP

PRINCE2

SAFe

Job description

Job Description

Description

Job Description: Program Manager

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead and deliver complex, multi-stream programs aligned with business objectives. The role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and governance skills to ensure successful execution across scope, schedule, budget, and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end program planning, execution, and delivery
• Define program scope, objectives, milestones, and success criteria
• Manage interdependencies across projects and workstreams
• Track and control program schedule, budget, risks, and issues
• Establish and maintain program governance, reporting, and communication
• Engage with senior stakeholders and provide executive-level updates
• Drive issue resolution, decision-making, and escalation management
• Ensure alignment with organizational strategy and standards
• Manage vendors and third-party partners as required
• Support change management and adoption activities

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Program Manager delivering complex programs
• Strong project and program governance expertise
• Excellent stakeholder, communication, and leadership skills
• Experience managing cross-functional and distributed teams
• Strong risk management and problem-solving capabilities

Good to Have

• Experience in banking, financial services, or regulated industries
• Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery experience
• PMP, PRINCE2, SAFe, or similar certifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, or related field

10+ years of overall experience with 4+ years in program management roles (preferred)