Senior Project Manager (Based in Dubai)

The ideal candidate will be a UAE National who has recently run projects for corporate re-structuring

Job Objective:
The purpose of this position is to support the reform agenda in institutional areas of the Government by managing the institutional management transformation process for authorities, and further developing arrangements for good governance in government institutions. All of this done by working closely with concerned departments in TEC, Department of Finance and other Government entities

Duties & Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities
INSTITUTIONAL MANAGEMENT
1. Contributes to the development of best practices, principles, and templates related to institutional management
2. Ensures proper management of the institutional management process
3 Identifies and escalates all risks and issues that have been identified during the course of projects
4 Defines, prepares and maintains a project plan and resource plan for all projects
5 Prepares and presents status reports to the concerned stakeholders outlining activities completed and planned as well as risks and issues
6 Evaluates readiness for of organizations to transfer from one stage to another in the institutional management process
7 Plans, identifies and engages key stakeholders and lead the building of understanding, trust and commitment of stakeholders
8 Manages and coordinates stakeholders continuously to achieve the required program objectives



GOVERNANCE
Manages and contributes to the development of arrangements for good governance and decision-making in the Government of Dubai, including frameworks, processes, systems and guidelines
10 Leads and manages projects related to the establishment, promotion and maintenance of good governance throughout the Government of Dubai
Communicates strategies and requirements for good governance to fellow team members, colleagues at the General-Secretariat of the Executive Council, the Department of Finance, staff at Authorities, Agencies and other government entities
12, Performs other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

Position Requirements
Educational Qualification: Master’s Degree (relevant) from a recognized academic institution
Desired PHD Degree (relevant)
Experience: Must possess a minimum of 4 years in similar role and 7 years of progressive and relevant experience
Desired: More thann 7 years experience in Public Sector

Skills & Knowledge
Sound understanding of the government entities in Dubai, UAE & the region
Sound understanding of general project and program management delivery
Knowledge in using project management software and tools
Strategic and analytical skills
Desired: Knowledge in institutional reform approaches * Excellent knowledge of Government protocol

If you wish to apply please forward a copy of your resume to Brian Cartwright in the first instance - brian@umegroup.net