ProjectProgramme Planner expertise on planning program level

Ultimate HR Solutions; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable HR consultancy is seeking a Project/Programme Planner in Dubai, UAE. The role involves strategic planning and management of program-level activities, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope. The ideal candidate will have over seven years of IT experience, including a minimum of three years in project management. Key responsibilities include developing project plans, managing resources, and maintaining schedules. Interested candidates must be located in the UAE and may need to travel occasionally.

Benefits

Employment Visa or Work Permit

Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• 7+ years of overall work experience in IT, with 3+ years in IT Project Management.
• Experience working within PMO or as part of the Project Team.
• Relevant project management certifications considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project plans to ensure timely deliveries.
• Identify and allocate resources for effective project completion.
• Manage project schedules and deadlines across multiple projects.

Skills

Project planning

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Trello

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Role Overview

Role Title: Project/Programme Planner expertise on planning program level

Role Type: Outsourced Full Time OnSite

Contract Duration: 6 months extendable (subject to business requirement)

Work location: Dubai UAE

Benefits: Employment Visa or Work Permit (if own visa) and Medical Insurance

Role Summary: Project Planner on the Program. The resource should have experience on preparing large scale program plans and upkeep of the same across the program lifecycle.

A Programme Planner is responsible for the strategic organization and management of Programme level activities from inception to completion of the Programme. Their primary role is to develop and maintain project plans supporting the project to deliver on time within scope and on budget. Identify and allocate resources including team members equipment and budget identify inter dependencies on the tasks within a project or between projects within the Programme to ensure Programme requirements are met. Establish and manage project schedules setting deadlines and ensuring that tasks are completed on time

Required Background

Bachelors degree in computer science Information Technology Business Administration or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g. PMP PRINCE2 are a plus.

Minimum of 7 years of overall work experience in the field of IT with at least 3 years within IT Project Management stream.

Prior working experience as a team member within PMO or part of the Project Team is Plus.

Project management certifications as CAMP RMP CSM PMP considered as added advantage.

Must be located within UAE and willing to travel on a need basis.

Functional/Technical Competencies

Proven experience in program/project planning and management preferably in software implementation or IT projects.

Strong understanding of software development life cycles and implementation methodologies (e.g. Agile Waterfall).

Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and internal teams.

Proficiency in project management tools (e.g. Microsoft Project Jira Trello) and productivity software (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).

Problemsolving mindset with a focus on delivering highquality results.