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Program Manager- Cards and Payment

D4 Insight
Dubai, UAE
fulltime
Mid-Senior
1 months ago
Project Portfolio ManagementStrategic PlanningStakeholder ManagementRisk ManagementBudgeting & Financial ControlLeadership
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Role Overview

We are seeking experienced **Program Manager – Cards & Payments** to lead and deliver strategic initiatives across the **payments domain**.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in **card-based payment systems**, along with proven experience in managing large-scale programs within banking or financial services.

This role requires end-to-end ownership of program delivery, ensuring alignment across business, technology, and vendor teams while maintaining governance, timelines, and quality standards.

Program Delivery & Governance

  • Lead **end-to-end program delivery** for cards and payments initiatives.
  • Define and manage **program plans, timelines, risks, and dependencies**.
  • Ensure adherence to **governance frameworks, reporting standards, and SLAs**.

Payments & Cards Domain

  • Drive initiatives across **card issuing, acquiring, tokenization, digital wallets, and payment integrations**.
  • Ensure smooth implementation and enhancement of **payment platforms and banking systems**.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to align solutions with **business and regulatory requirements**.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

  • Act as the central point of coordination between **business, IT, vendors, and channel teams**.
  • Facilitate communication and ensure seamless collaboration across all stakeholders.
  • Manage vendor deliverables and ensure timely execution of project milestones.

Agile Delivery & Execution

  • Support **Agile delivery models**, ensuring flexibility and continuous improvement.
  • Manage multiple priorities and drive execution in a fast-paced environment.
  • Monitor program progress and provide regular updates to leadership.

Core Expertise

  • Strong experience in **Cards & Payments domain (mandatory)**
  • Proven track record in **program/project management within banking or fintech**
  • Experience in **payment systems, integrations, and digital channels**

Functional Knowledge

  • Deep understanding of **card issuing, acquiring, tokenization, and wallets**
  • Familiarity with **payment gateways and integration frameworks**

Management & Delivery Skills

  • Strong **stakeholder and vendor management skills**
  • Expertise in **risk management, governance, and delivery tracking**
  • Experience working in **Agile environments**

Soft Skills

  • Excellent **communication and leadership skills**
  • Ability to manage **multiple priorities and complex programs**
  • Strong **problem-solving and decision-making capabilities**
  • Collaborative mindset with high ownership and accountability
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