Project Manager

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and successful delivery of strategic and enterprise-wide projects. The role requires close collaboration with business stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and external partners to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in alignment with the Bank's governance framework and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project delivery from initiation through planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, resource plans, and project roadmaps.
• Coordinate and manage cross-functional project teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement corrective actions when required.
• Prepare project documentation, governance artifacts, presentations, and executive reports.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with the Bank's Project Governance Framework, policies, standards, and procedures.
• Track project budgets, monitor financial performance, and ensure effective cost control.
• Participate in vendor evaluation, selection, and contract recommendation processes.
• Monitor vendor performance to ensure delivery meets agreed quality, scope, timelines, and contractual obligations.
• Measure project performance using KPIs and earned value metrics, providing regular status updates to management.
• Support Business Continuity and Emergency Response activities when required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), or a related field.

• Minimum 8 years of Project Management experience.
• Experience within the Banking or Financial Services sector is highly preferred.

Professional Certifications

Preferred qualifications include:

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Agile Project Management certifications (Scrum, PMI-ACP, SAFe, or equivalent)

Required Skills

• Project Management
• Project Planning & Scheduling
• Budget & Resource Management
• Risk & Issue Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Project Governance
• Vendor Management
• Executive Reporting
• Leadership & Team Management
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
• Excellent communication skills in Arabic and English
• Proficiency in Project Management tools (MS Project, Jira, or equivalent)