Project Manager - Special Projects

Client of Michael Page; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead strategic initiatives within the public sector. This role involves planning, executing, and monitoring high-impact projects while ensuring effective governance and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have 6-10 years of experience in project management, preferably from a global consulting firm, and possess strong organizational and communication skills. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and excellence in project delivery, contributing to impactful change in the public sector.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of project management experience in strategic initiatives.
• Experience in large-scale projects within public sector organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and monitoring of high-impact projects.
• Ensure effective project governance and risk management.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Strategic Planning

Communication Skills

Education

Undergraduate Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

• Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of strategic and high-impact projects across various government and public sector domains.
• Develop detailed project plans, resource forecasts, and implementation strategies aligned with leadership priorities and organizational mandates.
• Ensure project governance, risk management, and change control mechanisms are effectively applied throughout the project lifecycle.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, issue resolution, and alignment at all stages.
• Provide project reporting and performance updates to leadership, highlighting progress, key risks, and dependencies.
• Support the development of project frameworks, methodologies, and tools that enhance delivery capability across the Ideas Foundry team.

The Successful Applicant

• An undergraduate degree from a top-tier university. A master's degree is preferred.
• 6 - 10 years of experience in project management, including strategic or transformation initiatives.
• Must come with experience from a global consulting firm or experience managing large scale projects within the public sector/large scale organisations.
• Strong organizational, planning, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to adapt in a fluid environment and manage multiple workstreams.
• Clear communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record of delivery within high-stakes environments.

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