VP, Project Manager - Sustainability Program

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in the UAE seeks a Project Manager for its Sustainability Program. This role involves overseeing program execution, stakeholder engagement, and partnership management. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree, preferably a Master’s, with at least 6 years of experience in project management within a financial organization. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. The position offers a chance to contribute to impactful projects in sustainability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s in related fields preferred.
• Developed technical, analytical, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Expertise in project management and sustainability through experience or certifications.
• Solid understanding of change management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project management and execution of the Sustainability Program.
• Oversee development and implementation of program offerings and partnerships.
• Coordinate stakeholders to ensure collaboration.
• Drive program’s communication, marketing, and outreach activities.

Skills

Technical skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Stakeholder management

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s in Business Administration

Project Management

Sustainability

Finance

Job description

About Us

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is the largest bank in the country and one of the world's largest and safest financial institutions. We offer a comprehensive range of personal and private banking services, including credit cards, Islamic banking, investments, loans, and mortgages. Our commitment to excellence and innovation drives us to provide top-tier financial solutions to our clients.

Life at FAB

Working at FAB means being part of a team of talented and passionate individuals with a shared vision to support the ambitions of our stakeholders to "Grow Stronger." We embrace the needs of our customers across the globe with a sense of responsibility and confidence driven by extensive expertise that can only be delivered by an ambitious world‑class organization

Career Development

FAB offers unique career choices, a chance to innovate, craft solutions for the future, and express yourself in a performance‑based culture that will unleash the best in you. Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting your career, FAB provides a range of learning and development initiatives to support all employees through training and skill development.

Our Values

At FAB, we place our customers at the core of our activities, live our values each day in every way, celebrate achievements, and empower each other to deliver leading solutions. We have structured plans for the recruitment and career progression of Emirati talent to enable them to make a mark in the financial and banking sector both regionally and globally that rewards your hard work and dedication.

Join our team and be part of a journey to shape the future of banking.

Job Purpose

• Lead the project management and operational execution of the Sustainability Program, ensuring timely delivery of all program milestones and objectives.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and performance management of the program’s offerings, partnerships, and impact measurement.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless collaboration and delivery.
• Support the SVP in strategic planning, reporting, and continuous improvement of the program.
• Drive the program’s communication, marketing, and outreach activities to maximize SME engagement and impact.

Specific Accountability

Program Execution & Project Management

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans for all program workstreams (product development, partnerships, outreach, impact measurement).
• Track progress against milestones, proactively identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams to ensure timely and effective delivery of program objectives.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with internal stakeholders (Business Banking, Product, Risk, Marketing, IT) to align resources and priorities.
• Manage relationships with external partners, including accelerators, chambers, incubators, and SME community leaders.

Partnership Management & Expansion

• Lead the identification, formalization, and expansion of strategic partnerships with key ecosystem players (e.g., Abu Dhabi Chamber, Dubai Chamber, Hub71, DIFC, Sharjah Research Center, Khalifa Fund, accelerators).
• Develop and execute partnership engagement plans to maximize SME reach, program impact, and value creation.
• Continuously assess partnership effectiveness and recommend enhancements to strengthen the program’s ecosystem and network.

Performance Management & Reporting

• Monitor and report on program KPIs, impact metrics, and budget utilization.
• Prepare presentations and reports for senior management, committees, and external stakeholders.

Communication & Marketing

• Support the development and execution of the program’s communication marketing plan.
• Ensure clear, consistent messaging and effective outreach to target SME segments.

Continuous Improvement

• Conduct market research and benchmarking to inform program enhancements.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to optimize program delivery and impact.

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s in Business Administration, Project Management, Sustainability, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Developed technical, analytical, collaboration, stakeholder management, presentation, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated expertise and understanding of project management and sustainability through prior experience and/or relevant certifications.
• Solid understanding of change management and transformation.

Minimum Experience

• At least 6 years’ experience working with project management, strategy, or analytics in a financial organization, large company, or government body.
• Experience with strategy development and implementation.
• Hands‑on knowledge of performance management and reporting.
• Ideally previous experience working with sustainability, ESG, and SME banking.