Overview
One client, a major UAE-based bank, is looking for experienced program/portfolio project management professionals for a position of Vice President/Senior Vice President in IT Project Portfolio Delivery. This is a permanent and onsite position based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Responsibilities
Define the portfolio strategy and ensure that projects within the portfolio contribute to the strategic objectives of the bank.
Coordinate the planning of multiple programs and projects, managing cross-functional teams and resources.
Monitor and track the performance of the portfolio, providing reports on status, risks, and risk mitigation plans.
Implement and manage portfolio governance processes, ensuring compliance with standards, policies, and frameworks.
Manage stakeholder relationships and expectations, ensuring that the portfolio's value is understood and communicated.
Conduct regular portfolio reviews and adjust strategies as necessary to ensure successful outcomes.
Lead risk identification and risk mitigation processes across the portfolio.
Develop and enhance knowledge and skills of the key team members, including PMs and BAs.
Ensure a high success rate for projects delivered on time, within scope, and within budget across the portfolio.
Reduce portfolio-level delivery risks through early identification and mitigation strategies.
Increase visibility and reporting accuracy for the portfolio.
Reduce resource conflicts through improved cross-project resource management processes.
Improve resource onboarding through pipeline management and leveraging ODCs and partners.
Achieve effective portfolio resource utilization rates without exceeding budget limits.
Implement portfolio review processes with 100% of projects evaluated for alignment to business strategy each quarter.
Achieve 95% of projects staying within budget across the portfolio.
Qualifications
Minimum 12 or more years of experience in program, portfolio, and project management, preferably in banking and/or financial services industries.
Minimum 3 or more years of experience in a similar project portfolio management role, preferably in banking and/or financial services industries.
A Bachelor's Degree in project management, engineering, business administration, or similar business areas; a Master's Degree is preferred.
Benefits
A very competitive compensation package shall be discussed with shortlisted candidates.
