Strategic Implementation Lead – CEO Office (UAE)

XAD Technologies; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking an Implementation Manager for the CEO Office in Dubai. This pivotal role focuses on transforming strategic visions into actionable results, requiring a dynamic leader to oversee high-impact projects while optimizing operational efficiency. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in project management, preferably within the UAE or GCC, and possess a background in management consulting or government projects. Proficiency in project management tools and strong stakeholder engagement skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in strategic project management, ideally in the UAE/GCC.
• Experience in government projects or regulated industries is advantageous.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic proficiency is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the CEO to operationalize strategic initiatives.
• Lead end-to-end management of cross-functional projects.
• Design project plans and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Conduct operational audits and implement process improvements.
• Develop KPIs and dashboards to track initiative success.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic problem-solving

Operational pragmatism

Resilience under pressure

Adaptability

Education

Bachelors/Masters in Business Administration, Management, or Finance

PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or Agile certifications

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

A leading technology firm is seeking an Implementation Manager for the CEO Office in Dubai. This pivotal role focuses on transforming strategic visions into actionable results, requiring a dynamic leader to oversee high-impact projects while optimizing operational efficiency. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in project management, preferably within the UAE or GCC, and possess a background in management consulting or government projects. Proficiency in project management tools and strong stakeholder engagement skills are essential.