Senior Technical Program Manager

6 days ago

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Salt Full time

Position:

Senior IT Program Manager - 12 Month Contract

Location:
Dubai, UAE

Languages:
Arabic & English (bilingual required)

Contract Type:
Contract, initial 12 months

Overview

We are seeking a
Senior IT Program Manager
with a strong technical background and proven experience delivering
complex digital transformation and implementation programs
within the
GCC government sector
. The ideal candidate will bring
consulting experience (preferably from a Big 4 or leading management consultancy)
, combined with hands-on program delivery expertise across technology, business, and operations. This role requires a bilingual leader (Arabic/English) capable of driving transformation agendas, managing executive stakeholders, and ensuring delivery excellence in high-profile public sector environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex IT and digital transformation programs across multiple government entities and stakeholders.
  • Oversee program governance, planning, execution, and performance tracking to ensure alignment with strategic and operational objectives.
  • Manage and coordinate multi-vendor and multi-stakeholder delivery environments, including consulting partners, system integrators, and internal technical teams.
  • Define and manage program budgets, schedules, risks, dependencies, and change controls.
  • Develop program dashboards, executive reports, and steering committee materials for senior stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with UAE government IT governance frameworks, data security policies, and procurement standards.
  • Drive change management and communication initiatives to support adoption and organizational readiness.
  • Mentor and guide project managers, delivery leads, and business analysts to build high-performing delivery teams.

Required Experience & Skills

  • 10–15 years of experience
    in IT program and project management, including at least
    5 years within UAE government or semi-government programs.
  • Consulting background (ideally with a Big 4 or Tier-1 consultancy)
    with exposure to strategy execution, transformation governance, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Strong
    technical acumen
    , with a deep understanding of enterprise systems, integrations, and digital platforms (ERP, CRM, citizen services, cloud, infrastructure, etc.).
  • Proven track record delivering
    large-scale digital transformation or technology modernization programs
    .
  • Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and external vendors under complex delivery frameworks.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills in both
    Arabic and English
    .
  • Deep understanding of GCC public sector structures, delivery processes, and regulatory frameworks.
  • Professional certifications such as
    PMP, PgMP, MSP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum Master
    (preferred).

Ideal Profile

  • Strategic yet hands-on leader with the ability to bridge business, technology, and operations.
  • Experienced in navigating politically sensitive, fast-paced, and multi-cultural environments.
  • Strong consulting discipline, structured thinking, and executive presence.
  • Bilingual communicator who can build trust and drive alignment at all organizational levels.

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