Program manager

Black & Grey HR is recruiting for a leading technology solutions provider in Doha, Qatar. Our client is seeking an experienced Program Manager – ICT to lead the Program Management Office (PMO) function, overseeing budget planning, procurement, governance, and delivery of enterprise IT programs aligned with organizational strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities: Budget, Procurement & Commercial Management - Lead annual ICT budget planning in coordination with senior management and stakeholders - Review and validate project/program budget estimations and financial forecasts - Oversee budget utilization, financial controls, and cost optimization across programs - Manage procurement planning, tendering processes, and contract renewals - Oversee commercial aspects including contracts, work orders, and invoicing - Engage with internal and external stakeholders to provide updates on budget, risks, and consumption Program & Project Governance - Establish and drive PMO governance frameworks, standards, and controls - Define and maintain program performance metrics and compliance processes - Implement program and project health assessment mechanisms - Ensure alignment of IT programs with organizational strategy Resource Management - Monitor current resource utilization across programs and projects - Forecast future resource requirements and support workforce planning - Assist in resource allocation to meet delivery timelines and budget constraints - Identify and mitigate resourcing risks proactively - Identify, assess, and elevate program-level risks (financial, procurement, contractual) - Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve risks in a timely manner - Ensure risk mitigation strategies are implemented across programs Management Reporting - Provide regular program-level reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders - Develop dashboards and reporting frameworks for project and program health - Support program managers with structured reporting mechanisms - Lead and manage PMO team members, including task allocation and performance tracking - Provide guidance, mentorship, and support for team development - Drive continuous improvement and succession planning within the PMO Requirements Experience & Education - Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field - 12+ years of experience in IT, including significant experience in managerial/PMO roles - Strong background in ICT program management, governance, and delivery Certifications - PMP (Project Management Professional) - ITIL Certification Technical Skills - Strong expertise in IT program and portfolio management - Experience in budgeting, procurement, and commercial contract management - Knowledge of governance frameworks, KPIs, and program performance metrics - Strong understanding of risk management and compliance practices - Experience in stakeholder management across government and enterprise environments - Excellent reporting, communication, and leadership skills #J-18808-Ljbffr