Associate Director / Director – Business Performance & PMO
About This Role
Associate Director / Director – Business Performance & PMO
Location: Abu Dhabi
Reporting to: Exec Director Group Strategy & Transformation
Subordinates : 2
UAEN Applicants only please
We are working with a leading, high-profile organisation to appoint an experienced Associate Director / Director of Business Performance & PMO. This is a strategic leadership role, partnering closely with senior executives to drive performance, governance, and delivery of key initiatives across the business.
The Role
This position sits at the heart of strategy execution, combining business performance management with programme leadership (PMO). You will be responsible for ensuring the organisation is aligned on priorities, tracking performance, and successfully delivering strategic initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Business Performance
- Develop and manage a group-wide performance framework and KPIs
- Lead regular performance reviews with senior leadership
- Provide insights and recommendations to improve business performance
- Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency
- Prepare executive-level reports, including board updates
Programme Management Office (PMO)
- Establish and lead a best-in-class PMO function
- Oversee a portfolio of strategic initiatives and ensure delivery on time and within budget
- Drive alignment between strategy and execution across multiple business units
- Manage risks, issues, and dependencies across programmes
- Lead change management efforts to support implementation
Mandatory Requirements:
- 10 years minimum in same/similar role (performance management/change management/ OD/ PMO)
- UAEN applicants only please
- Bachelors degree minimum qualification
- Strong stakeholder management skills
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