Program Management Lead

Website CareerDubai.com

My client a leading tech hub in Riyadh is currently looking for a bright and motivated Program Management Lead. You will support our Senior Director of Programs to deliver proposals and support the execution of our key capability building programs – such as accelerators, entrepreneurship bootcamps and corporate fast pilot innovation programs.

Our Program Management Lead is someone who can manage the development of full-scale detailed project plans, timelines and budgets as well as the successful end-to-end implementation of our programs. We want someone who is professional, proactive and reflects our ‘Make it Happen’ attitude!

Key Responsibilities

Business Development

  • Analyze RFPs to develop technical and commercial proposals
  • Influence the overall program design and development by providing input and feedback into the creation process
  • Profile and interview potential partners to build a high value network of instructors and mentors
  • Collaborate with global and regional startup communities for sourcing startups for our accelerator and fast pilot programs
  • Work closely with our marketing team to increase the visibility of our programs

Program Management

  • Lead the co-creation of the educational content that is delivered and the operational execution of the programs
  • Manage and control communications with all the relevant stakeholders during the programs
  • Lead the development of the overall and detailed program plans (i.e. developing program agenda and timeline, allocating appropriate resources, identifying program outcomes and success factors…etc.)
  • Manage on-ground execution of the programs including logistics, reporting, time management and people management to ensure program success
  • Mobilize and manage network of mentors, instructors and facilitators for the programs
  • Build rapport with key program stakeholders
  • Own program experience by regularly seeking feedback
  • Analyze feedback input to generate actionable insights for improving the program experience
  • Monitor progress of the program to report on areas such as achievements and risks – as required
  • Develop post-program reports and case studies capturing feedback and testimonials
  • Manage and report on the profitability of the program (P&L ownership)

Experience & Requirements

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organization skills with the ability to take ownership of tasks
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to build rapport with stakeholders
  • Fluent in English and Arabic (both written and spoken)
  • End-to-end ownership
  • Intensive experience in project management and implementation
  • Ability to develop detailed proposals (commercial and technical)
  • Ability to develop project approach and plans
  • A strong entrepreneurial spirit is a plus