Strategic PMO – Unit Head Job at Michael Page Abu Dhabi

Strategic PMO – Unit Head Job Description:
Exciting role within a critical corporate strategic planning department
Must possess experience of leading large and high profile projects

About Our Client
A growing organisation with an exciting workload and opportunities to play a key role in developing and delivering strategic plans that can impact the whole organisation and the wider emirate of Abu Dhabi.

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Job Description
Collaborate with the strategic planning leadership as well as across internal departments to develop project selection criteria that optimise organisational benefits and prioritise projects
Develop and conduct feasibility studies and/or business cases for special and strategic projects
Prepare and present presentations and executive summaries on key tasks and projects to senior leadership
Foster a project management culture and enhance project management practices across the organisation. Motivating and managing others to achieve their deliverables
Provide continuous support to strategic management and planning teams in overseeing and managing specific tasks related to strategic initiatives and development.
Regularly report on project portfolio progress, implement effective controls to mitigate risks, and address strategic priorities
Ensure that project milestones and goals are met whilst adhering to approved budgets

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The Successful Applicant
Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree preferred) in Business Administration, Economics, Project Management, or equivalent.
A minimum of 7 years’ experience in strategic planning and project management within a top consulting firm or leading organisation in the UAE
Adept in business planning, conducting research and feasibility studies with the ability to present and communicate findings to a wide range of stakeholders
Fluent English in speaking and writing. Arabic bilingual skills desirable but not essential
Excellent relationship building and key stakeholder management skills
Analytical skills for problem-solving, identifying alternative solutions and making recommendations based on your findings
Effective organisational and planning skills, with the ability to complete work in a timely manner

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What’s on Offer
Competitive salary
Opportunity to work on high-profile initiatives with influential stakeholders