IT Specialist - PMO (Kirby)

Alghanim Industries, Inc.; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 10,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Alghanim Industries is seeking an IT Lead - PMO to drive delivery across the Digital portfolio. You will lead large-scale software projects, define project plans, set priorities, manage resources and report progress and results.

The role requires a strong PMO background, hands-on software development experience, and excellent communication in English. PMP/PRINCE2 is preferred and you will collaborate with product teams and vendors to ensure timely, high-quality outcomes. Kuwait City, Kuwait.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/Software Eng or related field.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Strong background in software development and large-scale systems.
• Minimum 5 years leading complex tech projects.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and vendors.
• Fluent English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Manage large technical projects, define project plans, set priorities, manage resources and report on process, progress and results.
• Provide day-to-day planning, coordination, and project management across the entirety of the software development and deployment life cycle.
• Act as an owner, be solution-focused, analytical and drive projects from initiation to success.
• Provide the project team with direction and vision, motivate individuals to perform, provide feedback, recognize strengths and provide challenges.
• Work closely with the product management team in full synergy to ensure that large scale projects are delivered on time and up to expectations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/Software Eng or related field

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Asana

SAP ERP

Kanban

Job description

The role of an IT Lead - PMO is one that requires an understanding of project management, organizational leadership and communication skills. The individual's primary goal is to ensure that all projects assigned, within Digital portfolio are being managed and delivered effectively.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage large technical projects, define project plans, set priorities, manage resources and report on process, progress and results.
• Provide day-to-day planning, coordination, and project management across the entirety of the software development and deployment life cycle.
• Act as an owner, be solution-focused, analytical and drive projects from initiation to success.
• Provide the project team with direction and vision, motivate individuals to perform, provide feedback, recognize strengths and provide challenges.
• Work closely with the product management team in full synergy to ensure that large scale projects are delivered on time and up to expectations.

Candidate Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or other recognized Project Management certification is preferred.
• Strong technical background with hands-on experience in software development and large-scale software systems.
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading complex, product-oriented technology projects.
• Proven experience managing large-scale projects involving multiple teams, stakeholders, and products.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, Asana, or similar platforms.
• Experience working with SAP and/or other enterprise ERP systems.
• Good understanding of Agile delivery methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while delivering projects within agreed timelines.
• Experience managing software vendors, implementation partners, and third-party service providers.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.