PMO Manager

Waad Education; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Waad Education is seeking a skilled PMO Manager to oversee their Project Management Office in Jeddah. The role focuses on aligning projects with strategic objectives, enhancing project tracking and reporting. Ideal candidates will have significant managerial experience in educational settings, fluency in Arabic and English, and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 5 years of project management experience in education or similar sectors.
• Fluency in English and Arabic.
• Understanding of Board governance principles.

Responsibilities

• Establish the PMO framework aligned with strategic objectives.
• Monitor and report project progress to stakeholders.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Education Management

Postgraduate qualification (e.g., PMP, Prince2)

Tools

Project Management Methodologies

Project Management Software

Job description

At Waad Education, we strive for educational excellence and innovative practices that shape the future of our students. Located in Jeddah, our institution is recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality education in a supportive and inspiring environment.

We are looking for a highly skilled PMO Manager to join our organization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure that all projects align with the school’s strategic vision and goals, and supporting Waad Education Board committees. This includes developing project management standards, methodologies, and practices while ensuring effective project tracking, reporting, and resource management.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain the PMO framework, ensuring alignment with the overall strategic objectives of Waad Academy.
• Monitor and report on project progress, implementing standard reporting processes to keep stakeholders informed and engaged.
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies while ensuring adherence to timelines and budget constraints.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by introducing best practices in project management, conducting training sessions, and mentoring team members.
• Supporting Waad Education Board Committees.

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Education Management, or a related field; a postgraduate qualification (e.g., PMP, Prince2) is highly advantageous.
• Proven experience (minimum 5 years) managing projects within an educational environment or similar sectors.
• Experience with supporting Board committees is a must.
• Fluency in English and Arabic is a must.
• Understanding of general principles of Board governance is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and software.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to manage teams and foster collaborative relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and deliver within deadlines.
• Experience with stakeholder management and communication strategies in a school or organizational setting.