Strategic PMO Lead: Governance, Delivery & Growth

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

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Dubai is seeking a Senior Strategic Management Office Manager to oversee strategic project execution and governance. The ideal candidate will have significant managerial experience, fluency in both Arabic and English, and a Master's or PhD degree. This role includes cross-functional coordination and delivering projects on time, aligning with institutional objectives.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Cash housing

Annual vacation

Airline tickets for employee and family

Educational subsidies for children

Healthcare for employee and family

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of experience and at least 8 years in a managerial position.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience and at least 6 years in a managerial position if holding a PhD.
• Ability to travel between Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Strategic Management Office (SMO) and its team of Project Managers.
• Ensure cross-functional coordination between project teams and institutional stakeholders.
• Monitor the progress, risks, and outcomes of strategic projects.

Skills

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in English

Strategic planning

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Master's degree in a related field

PhD in a related field

Job description

A leading educational institution in Dubai is seeking a Senior Strategic Management Office Manager to oversee strategic project execution and governance. The ideal candidate will have significant managerial experience, fluency in both Arabic and English, and a Master's or PhD degree. This role includes cross-functional coordination and delivering projects on time, aligning with institutional objectives.