Strategic Programs & Projects Leader

Qatar Foundation; Qatar; On-site; QAR 260,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

Qatar Foundation seeks a senior Program and Project Manager to lead planning, budgeting, and governance for multiple programs. You will define objectives, deliverables, KPIs, and ensure compliance with risk controls while aligning with strategic goals.

The role requires 8–10 years of experience, a Bachelor’s in a relevant field, and strong PM skills; PMP is desirable. International experience, preferably in the Middle East, and excellent stakeholder management and writing abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Engineering, or Technology.
• 8-10 years of full-time work experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies; PMP or equivalent certification desirable.
• International experience, ideally in the Middle East.
• Strong analytical, planning, and multi-priority management skills.
• Excellent written communication; Arabic is an advantage; MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage annual planning and budgeting for programs with KPIs.
• Develop program frameworks and annual project plans, incorporating lessons learned.
• Review analyses to support improvement of existing programs.
• Manage project budget development and control expenditures.
• Resolve tendering and contract issues to support financial discipline.
• Lead periodic review of processes for efficiency improvements.
• Manage cost, schedule, and performance to align with baselines.
• Suggest scope, schedule, budget changes per governance.
• Maintain collaborative relationships across entities for aligned delivery.
• Contribute to divisional plans and collaborate with CD Centres.
• Establish review mechanisms to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Evaluate project approaches to assess value delivered.
• Handle other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Planning

Negotiation

Presentation skills

MS Office / SharePoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

MS Office

MS SharePoint

Job description

Qatar Foundation seeks a senior Program and Project Manager to lead planning, budgeting, and governance for multiple programs. You will define objectives, deliverables, KPIs, and ensure compliance with risk controls while aligning with strategic goals.

The role requires 8–10 years of experience, a Bachelor’s in a relevant field, and strong PM skills; PMP is desirable. International experience, preferably in the Middle East, and excellent stakeholder management and writing abilities are essential.