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JOB DESCRIPTION
In line with vision of being a global trade enabler, DP World seeks to develop multiple business lines to connect and enable global movement of goods. This includes initiatives like ecommerce for buyers to discover what they want to buy, and global logistics to be able to deliver the goods to them.

Job Purpose
JOB DESCRIPTION
In line with vision of being a global trade enabler, DP World seeks to develop multiple business lines to connect and enable global movement of goods. This includes initiatives like ecommerce for buyers to discover what they want to buy, and global logistics to be able to deliver the goods to them.
As a part of its vision to be a global trade enabler, the DP World Ports & Terminals customer platform (CCS) provides a fast, customer friendly and efficient online services to the port users, partners, and ancillary service providers of DP World's 70+ terminals. The CCS platform provides end-to-end visibility and control throughout the cargo/container's journey across DP World Terminals. Key components of the CCS platform include services related to Vessel and Yard management, Vehicle/Truck Appointment management, Manifest and Declaration management, border movements control processes, Reporting and Dashboard, Registration, Subscription, and e-payments.
Our goal is to provide a frictionless experience for all parties in the cross-border supply chain - shippers, suppliers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, logistics service providers. Problems we are tackling include reducing port congestion, optimising truck turnaround times, reducing paper documentation and visits to physical counters, optimising reuse of data to reduce data entry touchpoints etc.
The inhouse product teams work in a fast paced, highly collaborative start up like environment inside a global company.
We are looking for exceptionally business-savvy and technology-savvy technical program managers to lead these efforts to implement the global standard Ports & Terminals products to meet our objectives. You need to be flexible and entrepreneurial, comfortable operating with ambiguity and willing to develop quick proof of concepts. You are passionate about the potential customer and societal impact and will operate at all levels, diving deep into the details while providing strategic inputs for the product. A successful candidate will be highly analytical, able to work extremely effectively with cross-functional peers, and adept at synthesizing a variety of technologies into high quality, exciting, and simple products, and experiences.
Key Accountabilities

• Work closely with Group P&T product and engineering teams, DP World P&T Customer Portal product teams, and Group engineering and QA teams to crystallize scope and feature sets.
• Work with the Zodiac TOS team to align terminal process across customer and terminal operator domains.
• Establish schedules for delivery, track milestones and report on them.
• Have a full handle on the execution plan of large business programs end to end, in addition to being able to keep an eye on projects being handled by junior program managers.
• Build a strong rapport across multiple departments, resolve conflicts, and come up with ways to unblock projects by rallying the right set of people.
• Understand business objectives and be able to make trade-offs that will maximize business value, while minimizing delays.
• Possess enough domain and technical knowledge to be able to challenge viewpoints, and to be able to suggest alternatives.
• Act as an ambassador for DP World at all times when working; promoting and demonstrating positive behaviors in harmony with DP World's Founder's Principles, values and culture; ensuring the highest level of safety is applied in all activities; understanding and following DP World's Code of Conduct and Ethics policies
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the reporting manager
  

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering or Technology.
• MBA with Operations, Supply Chain & Logistics or E-commerce specialization a big plus.
• 8-10 years of program management experience in technology companies with background in port operations, shipping lines, international trade, ecommerce, & logistics.
• Strengths in problem solving, issue-resolution, ability to work in a deadline-driven work environment, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to influence others, as well as ability to think clearly, analyze quantitatively, and prioritize with sound judgement.
• Be able to report on progress, and push for delivery, while maintaining relationships.
• Exceptional passion for delivering world-class customer experiences.
  

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Project Management and Information Technology
• Industries Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates 16 hours ago

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In line with vision of being a global trade enabler, DP World seeks to develop multiple business lines to connect and enable global movement of goods. This includes initiatives like ecommerce for buyers to discover what they want to buy, and global logistics to be able to deliver the goods to them.

As a part of its vision to be a global trade enabler, the DP World Ports & Terminals customer platform (CCS) provides a fast, customer friendly and efficient online services to the port users, partners, and ancillary service providers of DP World’s 70+ terminals. The CCS platform provides end-to-end visibility and control throughout the cargo / container’s journey across DP World Terminals. Key components of the CCS platform include services related to Vessel and Yard management, Vehicle / Truck Appointment management, Manifest and Declaration management, border movements control processes, Reporting and Dashboard, Registration, Subscription, and e-payments.

Our goal is to provide a frictionless experience for all parties in the cross-border supply chain - shippers, suppliers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, logistics service providers. Problems we are tackling include reducing port congestion, optimising truck turnaround times, reducing paper documentation and visits to physical counters, optimising reuse of data to reduce data entry touchpoints etc.

The inhouse product teams work in a fast paced, highly collaborative start up like environment inside a global company.

We are looking for exceptionally business-savvy and technology-savvy technical program managers to lead these efforts to implement the global standard Ports & Terminals products to meet our objectives. You need to be flexible and entrepreneurial, comfortable operating with ambiguity and willing to develop quick proof of concepts. You are passionate about the potential customer and societal impact and will operate at all levels, diving deep into the details while providing strategic inputs for the product. A successful candidate will be highly analytical, able to work extremely effectively with cross-functional peers, and adept at synthesizing a variety of technologies into high quality, exciting, and simple products, and experiences.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES :

• Work closely with Group P&T product and engineering teams, DP World P&T Customer Portal product teams, and Group engineering and QA teams to crystallize scope and feature sets.
• Work with the Zodiac TOS team to align terminal process across customer and terminal operator domains.
• Establish schedules for delivery, track milestones and report on them.
• Have a full handle on the execution plan of large business programs end to end, in addition to being able to keep an eye on projects being handled by junior program managers.
• Build a strong rapport across multiple departments, resolve conflicts, and come up with ways to unblock projects by rallying the right set of people.
• Understand business objectives and be able to make trade-offs that will maximize business value, while minimizing delays.
• Possess enough domain and technical knowledge to be able to challenge viewpoints, and to be able to suggest alternatives.
• Act as an ambassador for DP World at all times when working; promoting and demonstrating positive behaviors in harmony with DP World’s Founder’s Principles, values and culture; ensuring the highest level of safety is applied in all activities; understanding and following DP World’s Code of Conduct and Ethics policies
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the reporting manager

JOB CONTEXT :

DP World is a leading enabler of global trade and an integral part of the supply chain. Headquartered at Dubai, we operate 80+ marine and inland terminals and over 50 related businesses in over 42 countries across six continents with a significant presence in both high-growth and mature markets. Our dedicated team of over 100,000+ employees from 110 countries cultivates long-standing relationships with governments, shipping lines, importers and exporters, communities, and many other important constituents of the global supply chain, to add value and provide quality services today and tomorrow.

The DP World P&T Customer platform is live in 20+ terminals around the world and continues to be a strategic digital asset that bridges the movement of cargo across the Ports & Terminals vertical and the Logistics vertical. The product is developed as a cloud-native solution and follows a distributed system architecture. The product management function follows a modified Agile Scrum methodology and the implementations will follow a hybrid iterative model.

We aim to be essential to the bright future of global trade, ensuring everything we do has a long-lasting positive impact on economies and society. By thinking ahead, foreseeing change and innovating, we aim to create the most productive, efficient and safe trade solutions globally.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS :

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering or Technology.
• MBA with Operations, Supply Chain & Logistics or E-commerce specialization a big plus.
• 8-10 years of program management experience in technology companies with background in port operations, shipping lines, international trade, ecommerce, & logistics.
• Strengths in problem solving, issue-resolution, ability to work in a deadline-driven work environment, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to influence others, as well as ability to think clearly, analyze quantitatively, and prioritize with sound judgement.
• Be able to report on progress, and push for delivery, while maintaining relationships.
• Exceptional passion for delivering world-class customer experiences.

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Join to apply for the Global Program Manager II – Program Management role at DP World

Join to apply for the Global Program Manager II – Program Management role at DP World

JOB DESCRIPTION
In line with vision of being a global trade enabler, DP World seeks to develop multiple business lines to connect and enable global movement of goods. This includes initiatives like ecommerce for buyers to discover what they want to buy, and global logistics to be able to deliver the goods to them.

Job Purpose
JOB DESCRIPTION
In line with vision of being a global trade enabler, DP World seeks to develop multiple business lines to connect and enable global movement of goods. This includes initiatives like ecommerce for buyers to discover what they want to buy, and global logistics to be able to deliver the goods to them.
As a part of its vision to be a global trade enabler, the DP World Ports & Terminals customer platform (CCS) provides a fast, customer friendly and efficient online services to the port users, partners, and ancillary service providers of DP World’s 70+ terminals. The CCS platform provides end-to-end visibility and control throughout the cargo/container’s journey across DP World Terminals. Key components of the CCS platform include services related to Vessel and Yard management, Vehicle/Truck Appointment management, Manifest and Declaration management, border movements control processes, Reporting and Dashboard, Registration, Subscription, and e-payments.
Our goal is to provide a frictionless experience for all parties in the cross-border supply chain - shippers, suppliers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, logistics service providers. Problems we are tackling include reducing port congestion, optimising truck turnaround times, reducing paper documentation and visits to physical counters, optimising reuse of data to reduce data entry touchpoints etc.
The inhouse product teams work in a fast paced, highly collaborative start up like environment inside a global company.
We are looking for exceptionally business-savvy and technology-savvy technical program managers to lead these efforts to implement the global standard Ports & Terminals products to meet our objectives. You need to be flexible and entrepreneurial, comfortable operating with ambiguity and willing to develop quick proof of concepts. You are passionate about the potential customer and societal impact and will operate at all levels, diving deep into the details while providing strategic inputs for the product. A successful candidate will be highly analytical, able to work extremely effectively with cross-functional peers, and adept at synthesizing a variety of technologies into high quality, exciting, and simple products, and experiences.
Key Accountabilities

• Work closely with Group P&T product and engineering teams, DP World P&T Customer Portal product teams, and Group engineering and QA teams to crystallize scope and feature sets.
• Work with the Zodiac TOS team to align terminal process across customer and terminal operator domains.
• Establish schedules for delivery, track milestones and report on them.
• Have a full handle on the execution plan of large business programs end to end, in addition to being able to keep an eye on projects being handled by junior program managers.
• Build a strong rapport across multiple departments, resolve conflicts, and come up with ways to unblock projects by rallying the right set of people.
• Understand business objectives and be able to make trade-offs that will maximize business value, while minimizing delays.
• Possess enough domain and technical knowledge to be able to challenge viewpoints, and to be able to suggest alternatives.
• Act as an ambassador for DP World at all times when working; promoting and demonstrating positive behaviors in harmony with DP World’s Founder’s Principles, values and culture; ensuring the highest level of safety is applied in all activities; understanding and following DP World’s Code of Conduct and Ethics policies
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the reporting manager
  

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering or Technology.
• MBA with Operations, Supply Chain & Logistics or E-commerce specialization a big plus.
• 8-10 years of program management experience in technology companies with background in port operations, shipping lines, international trade, ecommerce, & logistics.
• Strengths in problem solving, issue-resolution, ability to work in a deadline-driven work environment, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to influence others, as well as ability to think clearly, analyze quantitatively, and prioritize with sound judgement.
• Be able to report on progress, and push for delivery, while maintaining relationships.
• Exceptional passion for delivering world-class customer experiences.
  

• Seniority levelNot Applicable

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionProject Management and Information Technology
• IndustriesTransportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates 16 hours ago

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Are you ready to lead a dynamic team in delivering best-in-class real estate solutions across the Middle East and Africa? As the Cluster Program Management Head, you will play a pivotal role in managing strategic initiatives and fostering strong client relationships. Join us to leverage your expertise in a collaborative and innovative environment.

As a Cluster Program Management Head for the Middle East and Africa within the Global Real Estate (GRE) team, you will be responsible for providing holistic program management for all real estate-related deliveries in the subregion. You will act as a trusted advisor to Lines of Business (LOBs), partnering with functional leadership to deliver innovative real estate solutions. Your market knowledge and connectivity will be key in leveraging opportunities and supporting our strategic plans.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as the central point of coordination for major projects and strategic initiatives, working with Business Support Managers (BSMs), LOB leads, and Senior Control Officers (SCOs) to ensure comprehensive GRE delivery. Lead client reporting, meeting agendas, communications, and change management.
• Support the development of real estate and portfolio strategies through client engagement, preparation of strategy documents, and analysis of business workspace requirements including HLP vs seats and footfall analysis.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to LOBs. Represent GRE in country management committees and forums and develop communication plans to align with LOBs and market initiatives.
• Coordinate with the property management team to ensure services are delivered in alignment with LOB clients' needs, focusing on a hospitality-driven, user-focused experience.
• Collaborate with the project management team to ensure projects are delivered on budget, on schedule, and to the required standards.
• Act as a key stakeholder in developing operational and capital budgets in coordination with the finance team and functional leads. Ensure effective financial reporting and analytics to improve cost and metrics for LOB clients.
• Develop resourcing plans and strategies for talent retention and attraction within the program management team. Advise internal teams on resourcing based on business operations and manage vendor partnerships to achieve program goals.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Extensive experience in senior management and leadership roles within the corporate real estate industry, dealing with senior internal clients.
• A well-rounded experience across the different functions in corporate real estate to be more effective in representing one GRE to the clients.
• Effective leadership, communication, and collaborative skills.
• Experience in managing people and teams.
• Excellent planning and programming skills.
• Strong understanding of financial and expense management.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• University degree with a specialization in real estate.

Required Experience:

Chief

Dubai Holding Land Estates oversees a diverse land portfolio strategically located across Dubai’s most sought-after areas. With convenient access to major highways, nearby amenities, and flexible land use options, investors are presented with unique opportunities for development and growth.

Through the centralisation of Dubai Holding’s land bank, Dubai Holding Land Estates focuses on large-scale master plans, ensuring alignment with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, whilst also supporting the business’s commitment to sustainable urban development and strategic land portfolio management.

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Manager - Program Management to join Dubai Holding Land Estate. The main duties and responsibilities of this role:

• Develop and maintain an updated integrated master schedule for all projects in coordination with all Development Directors, business units and Consultants.
• Assist various business units in developing and updating their master schedule and program expenditure report (Cash Flow).
• Review with all business units all key & interface milestone/activities that need to be included in their projects for inclusion in the master program.
• Coordinate with all department projects to ensure that the integrated master program includes all key milestones & activities required at project level to perform the delivery of the project scope.
• Design, develop and prepare various presentations and reports utilizing best practice software such as Power BI and the like.
• Coordinate and meet with individual business units/Development Directors to ensure that progress of milestone/activities is in compliance with the baseline master schedule.
• Provide the required updated schedule information to be submitted to the concerned Authorities as and when required e.g. DEWA, Etisalat, etc
• Provide recommendations to business units and Development Directors on corrective actions when their project performance or results deviate from the agreed baseline master program.
• Assist the business units/Development Directors in compiling the monthly progress report which is submitted by the planning department to the executive management.
• Assist finance in compiling the monthly finance report (MFR) for key internal stakeholders.
• Maintain & develop program control system and Dashboard (PCS) and ensure all data is correct and updated.
• Review and control the consultants and sub-consultants baseline schedule, milestone activities and team activities that need to be included in the master plan program. Ensure to update the activity or milestone biweekly for management review.
• Provide consultants progress reports weekly.
• Prepare and develop appropriate detail summary for development control schedules.
• Coordinate and assist the budget team in preparation of the program to reflect the stages against the budget.
• Coordinate with the project team to include the construction timeline in the master plan for the project delivery cycle.
• Review and study the project procedure and timeline.
• Review with all business units the development procedures (lifetime) for the projects to improve the efficiency of the development stages.
• Provide analysis and insights into any risks or delays.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Project Planning / Scheduling experience across Master planning and infrastructure of projects , with 10 to 12 years.
• Significant experience of implementing complex phasing & planning strategies and projects, dealing with statutory and non-statutory planning processes
• Ability to provide technical support to all Departments for reviewing certain subjects related to Programme Control Methods.
• Practical experience in major real estate projects in the MENA/GCC region
• Consultant Background is preferred Implement complex planning strategies and projects, dealing with statutory and non-statutory planning processes across project lifecycle & values chain.
• To provide technical support to all Departments for reviewing certain subjects related to Programme Control Methods.
• Highly skilled at producing best practice reports, dashboards and presentations that utilize the latest software.
• Strong stakeholder coordination skills.

At Dubai Holding, we're committed to nurturing the success and well-being of our colleagues. Join our dynamic and diverse team, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment. We strongly believe in creating an empowered workforce that will help us build a connected city for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most pioneering candidates who desire to make a great impact on the future of Dubai.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate team activities, allocate tasks, and monitor progress to meet goals.
• Evaluate and plan team backlogs, prioritize tasks, and create efficient processes.
• Interact with other teams and stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and expectation management.
• Participate in team development, motivation, and assembly.
• Track performance and manage comprehensive team documentation.

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Delivery Manager or Project Manager.
• Strong technical background with expertise in Kanban and Scrum framework.
• Practical experience with Atlassian products (Jira, Confluence) and business intelligence tools.
• Proficient English language skills at the B2 level or higher.

As a Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand project requirements and develop strategies to meet those needs.

Experience with Agile methodologies and project management tools is essential for this role. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are also necessary to ensure successful project outcomes.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, with experience in managing end-to-end localization of marketing materials and building strong client relationships.

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Manager to lead our projects from initiation to completion.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing projects, ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and meeting the highest client expectations.

1. Lead projects through various stages, including planning, execution, and closure.
2. Collaborate with contractors, consultants, and site teams to ensure smooth project execution.
3. Ensure projects align with design, sustainability, and community goals.
4. Manage budgets, timelines, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

• 5+ years of UAE experience in project management.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Passion for design-driven, high-quality developments.
• Must have a valid UAE driving license.
• Preferred nationality: Indian, Jordanian, or Lebanese.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and experienced project manager to join our team and contribute to the success of our projects.

A dynamic work environment, opportunities for career growth and professional development, and a competitive salary package.

We seek a seasoned project manager to lead and oversee multiple technology initiatives. This role is critical to ensuring the successful planning, execution, and delivery of complex IT projects.

As a project leadership expert, you will possess strong technical acumen, leadership abilities, and a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.

• Lead end-to-end project management of IT and digital transformation initiatives.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and resources.
• Coordinate with technical teams, stakeholders, and external vendors.
• Monitor project progress and performance, identifying and resolving issues as they arise.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT project management, preferably in enterprise-level or digital transformation projects.
• Proven expertise in Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall methodologies.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage cross-functional teams.

Join a global technology leader with a strong presence across North America, the Middle East, Asia, and Europe. We provide cutting-edge digital transformation, cloud services, and IT consulting to Fortune 500 companies and government entities.