Assistant Project Manager jobs in United Arab Emirates

The ITSM (IT Service Management) Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering ITSM projects. The role involves managing cross-functional teams, coordinating with stakeholders, and driving the implementation and optimization of ITSM processes, tools, and frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management:

• Plan, initiate, and manage ITSM projects, including process improvement, tool implementation, and service optimization.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Monitor project progress and ensure timely delivery of milestones.
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle.

ITSM Process Implementation:

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of ITSM processes such as Incident Management, Problem Management, Change Management, Service Catalog, and Asset Management.
• Ensure alignment with ITIL best practices and organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define service-level agreements (SLAs) and operational-level agreements (OLAs).

Stakeholder Management:

• Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including IT teams, business units, and vendors.
• Facilitate regular meetings to provide updates, gather feedback, and ensure alignment.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure satisfaction with project outcomes.

Tool Implementation and Optimization:

• Oversee the deployment and configuration of ITSM tools in ServiceNow.
• Ensure tools are integrated with existing systems and workflows.
• Drive adoption and training for ITSM tools among the team.

Reporting and Metrics:

• Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics related to ITSM processes and project performance.
• Provide regular status reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Conduct post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience:
• Proven experience as a Project Manager, preferably in ITSM or IT Operations.
• Hands-on experience with ITSM tools such as ServiceNow, BMC Remedy, Jira, ManageEngine.
• Strong understanding of ITIL frameworks and best practices.

Skills:

• Excellent project management skills, including planning, execution, and risk management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project ).

Certifications (Preferred):

• ITIL Foundation or higher certification.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 certification.
• Certification in ITSM tools (ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist).