Program Manager

We are looking for a strong Program Manager who is responsible for leading a
large cross-functional team or multiple cross-functional teams to deliver
Digital programs on time and on budget for our clients all across the MENA
region. This role involves working with our regional, international & offshore
teams as each of our programs will have a mix of teams from our offices across
the world. The role will involve Managing complex programs and may also
involve working with other project managers leading engagements within this
program of work that we expect this person to own from an overall
accountability standpoint. The role may therefore have people management
responsibilities as well over a period of time.

Here's what you should expect from the role:
* Managing large and complex Design and Technology based development programs or strategy-led engagements
* Upholding the highest standards of project management methodology including regular and effective communication with key stakeholders, governance, change management, and thorough risk management
* Escalating of any issues arising in the support of work streams managed which may have a negative impact on the International platform/process or the delivery of the project as a whole or on resources and/ or systems
* Ensuring all work undertaken is delivered in accordance with Delivery guidelines and framework and the company's Project Management and Methodology
* Taking accountability for direct and independent management of primarily high-risk/strategic projects
* Ensuring a full understanding of project impact and then translating that into comprehensive engagement strategies
* Performing all usual responsibilities of a Project Manager/ Program Manager in accordance with policy, methodology, and artifact creation
* Overseeing scope, identification of project deliverables, and creation of project-specific documentation such as functional specifications, technical specifications, etc.
* Engaging with local partners and other Valtech offices teams internationally to be able to deliver Valtech Dubai engagements

What we 're looking for:

• Minimum ‎8 years of relevant Program management experience within a digital agency or consultancy


• Strong experience in having led regional engagements in MENA preferably in industries such as Travel, Retail, Financial Services, and Public Sector


• Experience in managing teams that are working remotely from international offices and near-shore countries


• Full Financial / P&L ownership of the engagements owned


• Ability to clearly demonstrate management of cross-functional/cross-discipline teams both through direct management and influence.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

What can you expect from us?
At Valtech you 'll become part of an exceptional team of more than ‎3.000
talented innovators, design thinkers, marketers, creatives, and developers,
who all create unprecedented success for our Global ‎500 clients while
optimizing time-to-market and return on investment. We interact across
countries, disciplines, trades, roles, and teams. We are consultants before
anything else and take ownership of our own work, clients, and careers. We
provide everyone with a large degree of freedom - in return, we expect an
equally high degree of accountability and dedication.
We have from our very beginning always worked hard on providing everyone
within our organization the opportunity to grow and also transform their job
opportunities and career paths across the world. From graduates to seasoned
professionals who are experts in their field. Valtech will always be
recognized not just for the quality of the work we deliver, but for all the
amazing people that make it happen. We don't just talk about how to get things
done, we really do transform by doing.
If this sounds like your next challenge, then do send us your application
already today. We look forward to hearing from you!
Valtech Dubai
Valtech Dubai is a new unit of Valtech and we help leading brands and
companies in the world with realizing ambitious growth ambitions within
industries spanning finance, Telcom, retail, media, and industry.
We are a team of ambitious, creative, analytical and technical professionals
from all over the world. We have over twenty nationalities all under one roof,
working towards the same goal: to produce innovative digital experiences.
Every one of our team members provides invaluable insights from countries
around the globe and we believe our diversity is what sets us apart.