Digital Transformation Program Director

4 weeks ago


Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Duncan & Ross Full time

At Duncan & Ross, we are seeking a highly skilled Program Director for Digital Transformation Initiatives to lead our comprehensive digital transformation programs. This pivotal role requires a deep understanding of technological strategy and client relations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Steer the direction of digital transformation programs, ensuring alignment with client strategic requirements.
  • Oversee the implementation of highly customized digital transformation programs, focusing on proper scope and change management practices.
  • Lead multidisciplinary teams, comprised of project management professionals, engineers, and software developers, to deliver high-impact outcomes.
  • Exercise financial control over program budgets, optimizing resource allocation without compromising deliverable quality.
  • Own program EVM and report commercial parameters to senior management.
  • Define and execute comprehensive communication and stakeholder management at the program level.
  • Supervise risk management practices in programs and projects, planning and executing proactive risk management.
  • Supervise the procurement process within the program, taking necessary decisions to ensure selecting the right partners while maintaining cost-efficiency.
  • Conduct rigorous performance reviews in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to assess project progress, identify potential roadblocks, and recalibrate strategies as necessary.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent; Master's degree preferred.
  • A minimum of 15 years of experience, with no less than 8 years in program management.
  • Proven expertise in preparing and conducting C-level presentations and discussions.
  • Experience in a management consulting firm is preferable.
  • Mandatory fluency in English and preferably Arabic as well.
  • A demonstrable history of digital transformation experience in the Gulf region is crucial; familiarity with the United Arab Emirates landscape and government entities is highly advantageous.
  • A thorough understanding of product development processes and practices.
  • A concrete understanding of emerging digital technologies and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Certification in Project Management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, or Lean is requisite; PMP certification preferred.
  • Exhaustive experience in program/project management tools like Microsoft Project, JIRA, Asana, etc.
  • Wise financial judgement with a proven track record of optimizing program budgets and resource allocation.

Core Competencies:

  • Excellent Client Engagement
  • Outstanding Leadership and Team Direction
  • Exceptional Verbal and Written Communication
  • Strategic thinking and Complex Problem Solving
  • Strong Negotiation and Conflict Mediation
  • Analytical accuracy and Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Resilience and Flexibility in Dynamic Environments

Vertical: Technology

Remote Work: No



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