Special Project Manager

IMI; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media group in Abu Dhabi seeks a Special Project Manager to support the Chief of Staff with strategic initiatives and project management. This role demands a professional with strong analytical and communication skills to coordinate effectively across departments and manage complex projects. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, working closely with senior leadership to align on strategic priorities.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of professional experience in relevant roles.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive planning and execution of cross-functional strategic initiatives.
• Prepare high-quality presentations and reports for key stakeholders.
• Conduct research and analysis on industry trends.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

IMI is a privately-owned, global media group headquartered in Abu Dhabi, UAE, with operations across 19 countries. Our portfolio includes renowned media brands such as Sky News Arabia as part of a joint venture with Sky UK, The National, Al-Ain News, CNN Business Arabic, and a minority stake in Euronews.

Additionally, through Redbird IMI, our joint venture with Redbird Capital Partners, we invest in leading media, sports, and entertainment brands worldwide. We bring the world closer by sharing stories that open minds, connect people, and enrich lives, empowering audiences with news, knowledge, and factual entertainment.

Role Summary

The Special Project Manager is a sharp, resourceful, and execution-driven professional who will support the Chief of Staff in driving key strategic and operational initiatives across the Group.

This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical, project management, and communication skills who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

The Special Projects Manager will work closely with senior leadership to ensure alignment on priorities, delivery of critical projects, and effective internal coordination across departments.

Main Duties

• Drive planning and execution of cross-functional strategic initiatives, ensuring clear objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
• Support the Chief of Staff with executive briefings, decision support, and strategic communications.
• Prepare high-quality presentations, reports, and analysis for the CEO, executive team, and board-level engagements.
• Track follow-ups and ensure accountability on key CEO/COS office action items.
• Conduct research, benchmarking, and analysis on industry trends, competitors, and operational best practices.
• Assist with organizing internal reviews, strategic and leadership sessions.
• Serve as a thought partner to the Chief of Staff in optimizing internal processes and prioritizing workstreams.

Role requirements

• 5–8 years of professional experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, financial advisory, business operations, or executive support roles.
• Arabic language preferred.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects across multiple stakeholders.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to synthesize and present information clearly.
• Strong PowerPoint and Excel skills; experience with dashboards or productivity tools is a plus.
• Highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Discreet, trustworthy, and comfortable working on sensitive, high-level matters.