Portfolio Manager – Strategic Programs (Qatari National)

malomatia; Doha; On-site; QAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

malomatia, a Qatar-based IT services provider, seeks a Portfolio Manager – Strategic Programs (Qatari National) to oversee large, high-impact programs for state ministries and government authorities. You will translate national IT priorities into actionable delivery plans, coordinating with senior stakeholders and the SBU Chief to ensure governance, quality, and value realization.

This role requires MBA or equivalent, PMP, and a proven track record in digital transformation projects within the

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent degree required for senior program oversight.
• PMP certification preferred for governance and delivery discipline.
• Proven experience leading large-scale digital transformation programs in the public sector.

Responsibilities

• Oversee large, complex strategic programs for state ministries and government authorities.
• Ensure governance, quality, and on-time execution aligned with national IT priorities.
• Collaborate with senior government stakeholders and SBU Chief to deliver value.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Program leadership

Strategic planning

Governance

Digital transformation

Qatari nationals encouraged

Education

MBA in Project Management

PMP

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Portfolio Manager – Strategic Programs (Qatari National)

Role Summary

The Portfolio Manager – Strategic Programs is responsible for overseeing large, complex, and high-impact strategic program/s where the primary client is the State of Qatar and/or its Ministries and Government Authorities.

Job Description

Portfolio Manager – Strategic Programs (Qatari National)

Role Summary

The Portfolio Manager – Strategic Programs is responsible for overseeing large, complex, and high-impact strategic program/s where the primary client is the State of Qatar and/or its Ministries and Government Authorities. This role ensures the timely and high-quality execution of strategic initiatives while maintaining strict regulatory compliance and governance standards. The position requires close engagement with senior government stakeholders to understand Qatar's current and future IT vision and to ensure that malomatia's capabilities, solutions, and strategies are aligned to national priorities. The role works closely with the SBU Chief and senior leadership to translate strategy into execution and long-term value creation.

Responsibilities

Strategic Responsibilities

• Work closely with the SBU Chief and Other executive leadership team members to formulate and implement strategic programs which, reinforcing malomatia's position as the preferred IT services partner to the State of Qatar.
• Ensure that required strategic and leadership capabilities are nurtured within senior and top management, aligned with the company's long-term vision.
• Oversee delivery of strategic projects for ministries and government authorities, ensuring excellence in sophistication, quality assurance, and execution.
• Maintain strong relationships with senior government stakeholders, responding swiftly to feedback and implementing corrective actions where required.
• Proactively engage with government entities to identify new service opportunities and prepare delivery plans for rapid engagement.
• Lead market and technology research to propose adoption of innovative technologies that support Qatar's national digital agenda.
• Collaborate with the Leader – Resource Management to build and maintain a dedicated talent pool for State-related strategic programs.
• Lead execution of initiatives that directly enhance shareholder value and report progress to the SBU Chief and/or CEO as applicable.
• Coordinate with internal committees and Marketing to strengthen malomatia's brand as a trusted digital partner to the State of Qatar.
• In collaboration with the CHRO, support national talent development initiatives to build and grow Qatari capabilities across all organizational levels.

Operational Responsibilities

• Monitor execution plans for strategic programs to ensure alignment with current and future projects in malomatia's pipeline.
• Partner with technical leaders to forecast future resource and capability requirements aligned with Qatar's long-term IT strategy.
• Conduct regular engagements with State stakeholders to understand evolving IT priorities and position malomatia's capabilities accordingly.
• Represent malomatia at regional and international seminars, conferences, and industry forums to build strategic alliances and technology partnerships.
• Studies industry trends to identify the latest developments in IT, supports findings with quantitative data, and presents insights to the SBU Chief and/or CEO to support the strategy formulation process.

Qualifications

Job Specifications / Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, preferably an MBA with specialization in Project Management, from a recognized university
• Professional certification such as PMP is preferred
• Proven experience leading large-scale digital transformation programs
• Demonstrated success in practice building and team scaling
• Strong understanding of emerging technologies, automation, and modern system management tools
• Solid knowledge of system and software quality assurance standards, best practices, and methodologies
• Qatari nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Technical Competencies

• Business Analysis
• Transition & Transformation
• System Integration & Implementation
• Business Process Improvement
• IT Strategy

About Malomatia

ABOUT US

malomatia is a leading Qatar-based IT services and solutions provider, bringing together top Qatari and international talent to deliver innovative, end-to-end technology solutions that empower clients to achieve their strategic goals.

Our mission

Empowering Qatar’s businesses and governments to leap into the digital future with agile, knowledge-driven solutions.

Our vision

To become Qatar’s trusted knowledge partner in digital transformation, disrupting industries, shaping the future, and building a world-class tech ecosystem.

Driving change that makes a real impact

Since 2008, malomatia has been driving Qatar’s digital transformation through innovative, ISO-certified IT solutions. With expertise across key public and private sectors, we empower the nation’s vision with advanced services in cloud, cybersecurity, AI, and contact center excellence, elevating the role of technology in shaping Qatar’s sustainable future.