Strategic PMO Lead — Governance & Transformation

Faithful Executive - Leader in Interim Management, Consulting & Executive Search; Dubai; On-site; AED 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Faithful Executive in Dubai seeks a seasoned PMO leader to drive governance and strategic transformation for a confidential government-related entity. The role focuses on non-IT executive and board-level mandates, with emphasis on governance, standardization, and program alignment.

You will lead a centralized PMO, coordinate with senior leaders and external consultants, and report on portfolio performance and risk. Fluency in English and strong stakeholder skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of PMO leadership in non-IT environments (education sector).
• PMP certification required.
• Proven ability to manage complex strategic portfolios with measurable outcomes.
• Experience interacting with senior executives, board members and external consultants.
• Fluency in English.
• Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering or Business Administration; MBA preferred.
• Experience in business model innovation and government-related projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a centralized PMO focused on governance and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Act as liaison between senior leadership, board members and operations to ensure progress.
• Report on portfolio performance, timelines, risks, and issues to senior management.
• Develop and improve PMO governance frameworks and strategic project plans.
• Coordinate with external consultants and monitor delivery from start to finish.
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions with stakeholders, clarifying objectives, budgets and deliverables.
• Manage RFP processes and consulting engagements.
• Maintain clear communication and strong stakeholder engagement across levels.

Skills

PMO leadership

Strategy & governance

Stakeholder management

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's in Business Administration

MBA preferred

Tools

PMP certification

Job description

Faithful Executive in Dubai seeks a seasoned PMO leader to drive governance and strategic transformation for a confidential government-related entity. The role focuses on non-IT executive and board-level mandates, with emphasis on governance, standardization, and program alignment.

You will lead a centralized PMO, coordinate with senior leaders and external consultants, and report on portfolio performance and risk. Fluency in English and strong stakeholder skills are essential.