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In this role as a Project Manager, you will be working on digital and technology projects for Operations. You will lead the delivery of long-term technical projects/programs to ensure objectives are met according to plan, schedule, and budget to meet business objectives.
Accountabilities:
- Project manage the implementation of initiatives and lead cross-departmental projects related to operations efficiency linked to key performance indicators.
- Identify, communicate, and support the implementation of operational improvement opportunities.
- Perform ad-hoc analysis and root cause analysis to derive actionable insights for the operations division.
- Effectively manage stakeholders and partner with line departments to drive sustainable change.
- Develop and implement change management approaches as part of the project delivery.
- Support the development of business cases for the cost/benefits evaluation of proposed projects to ensure feasibility.
- Create, monitor, and update project work plans to ensure requirements are managed and projects are delivered on time and on budget.
- Communicate key messages to project sponsors and stakeholders to drive effective decision-making.
- Analyze and review change requests to ensure impact on timelines and budget is evaluated.
- Report on key milestones and issues to senior stakeholders to ensure critical areas are addressed.
- Monitor project activities to manage major risks and issues efficiently.
- Contribute to developing/improving policies, standards, and core process principles to ensure continuous development of Project Management methodologies.
Education & Experience:
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree or higher.
- Project management qualification (e.g. PMP, APM, or PMI membership) or proven knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile Project Management) is preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a relevant field, with at least 3 years in a managerial position, preferably in airline operations.
Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Work Conditions: On-site, Full-time
Company Overview:
The company, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and has become one of the world’s leading airlines. Based in Abu Dhabi, the company operates flights to a wide range of passenger and cargo destinations across multiple continents. The airline has received numerous awards for its service and products as part of its ambitious Journey 2030 strategy, aiming to expand its fleet and customer base significantly in the coming years.
