Roles and responsibilities
Core Responsibilities:
- Engage with potential clients to understand needs and guide PIOC’s integration strategies, strengthening our competitive position in the international port sector.
- Manage and update project plans, assumptions, targets, timelines, budgets, and SOPs to ensure clarity and consistency.
- Participate in internal and external tender evaluations, verifying technical requirements and terms for bids.
- Lead post-project evaluations and conduct market analysis to assess project outcomes, identify growth opportunities, and recommend improvement plans.
- Prepare detailed reports for PIOC Management and the International Office on project progress and outcomes.
- Oversee project governance processes, including tracking deadlines, resources, and deliverables.
- Proactively manage project risks and implement strategies to mitigate potential impacts.
People Management Responsibilities:
- Provide expertise and support to project leads, ensuring strategic objectives are met and taking charge of project workstreams as needed.
- Build and strengthen professional relationships across teams and departments, promoting a collaborative approach.
- Offer visionary leadership and guidance to the team, setting clear goals and fostering a culture of accountability.
- Identify training needs and skill gaps to support consistent high performance across teams.
Strategic Responsibilities:
- Forge strategic partnerships with shipping lines, government bodies, and industry associations to drive growth and collaboration.
- Ensure alignment of departmental budgets, strategies, and HR initiatives with PIOC’s corporate strategy, fostering an integrated approach.
- Track and analyze KPIs to assess the effectiveness of strategic initiatives, making data-driven adjustments as needed.
- Apply global best practices in integrating new international ports, mergers, and acquisitions to support PIOC’s subsidiaries and joint ventures.
Knowledge & Skills Required:
- Educational Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Strategic Management, Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
- Certifications: Project management certification preferred.
- Language Skills: Fluent English; Arabic is a plus.
- Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years in a similar role, with a background in Ports Management, Operations, or Logistics.
- Core Skills: Proven ability to manage complex projects in a fast-paced environment, exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, strong risk management experience, and a collaborative approach to cross-functional project delivery.
- Analytical Abilities: Strong strategic thinking and data analysis skills, with the ability to translate complex information into actionable project decisions.
Desired candidate profile
1. Project Management Expertise
- Methodologies: Proficiency in Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid project management methodologies.
- Tools and Technologies: Advanced knowledge of tools like Microsoft Project, JIRA, Trello, or Smartsheet.
- Risk Management: Strong ability to identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks.
2. Strategic Planning and Execution
- Portfolio Management: Expertise in prioritizing and aligning projects with business objectives.
- KPI Development: Designing and monitoring key performance indicators for projects.
- Resource Optimization: Allocating resources effectively across competing priorities.
3. Integration Management
- Change Management: Facilitating smooth transitions and integrations during mergers, acquisitions, or system upgrades.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Aligning workflows between departments or teams to ensure seamless integration.
- Stakeholder Alignment: Bridging gaps between technical and business teams for cohesive operations.
4. Communication and Leadership
- Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to communicate project status, challenges, and success metrics to all levels of stakeholders.
- Team Leadership: Mentoring project managers and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Conflict Resolution: Mediating between competing priorities or perspectives.
5. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
- Data Analysis: Using data to track progress, forecast trends, and make informed decisions.
- Scenario Planning: Anticipating potential challenges and devising contingency plans.
- Process Improvement: Continuously refining project management and integration workflows.