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Lead the daily operation of PMO function to consistently deliver successful projects and programs of work by leveraging expertise in scheduling, document management, and site operation, while also supporting the Director of Strategy & PMO in driving strategic initiatives.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• GENERAL:

• Align the PMO function within departmental and organizational strategies to drive business success
• Promote and enforce PMO best practices across the department for consistent and efficient project management
• Ensure all projects adhere to PMO best practices and procedures to drive successful project delivery
• Represent DP World in a positive manner and promote the company\'s values, culture, and principles
• Prioritize safety and ethics to maintain a high standard of conduct and integrity within the organization.
• GOVERNANCE:

• Lead the development and implementation of a PMO Charter and Maturity Roadmap to improve existing services, develop new value-added services, and advance the maturity of PMO
• Lead the implementation and maintenance of relevant department certifications (e.g., ISO9001) and develop plans, budgets, and resources to fulfil certification requirements, including planning, coordinating action plans, engaging with internal and external auditors, following up to close any nonconformities, ensuring all documents and processes are well documented and communicated
• Assist the Director of Strategy & PMO in developing and implementing department-level governance and maintaining relevant documents (including but not limited to: Group Planning & Project Management Policy, Project Implementation Manual, PMO Charter, Project Life Cycle Process Maps, etc.) and their processes and procedures to ensure compliance and best practices
• PMO SERVICES:

CENTRAL PMO:

• Develop and maintain Project Management documents and forms to support project teams, improve team productivity and increase project success rate and customer satisfaction
• Develop and monitor schedules on project and portfolio levels to ensure project progress is tracked and aligned with business objectives
• Build competency to develop and deploy Earned Value Management on project and portfolio levels to accurately measure project progress and identify areas of improvement
• Monitor and control project and portfolio health levels, highlight potential issues and possible resolutions to mitigate risks
• Maintain a database for project and portfolio risks, lessons learned, changes, etc. and analyze trends, identify areas of improvement, and highlight potential portfolio risks
• Participate in project auditing to ensure compliance and best practices are being followed
• Share best practices and spread project management knowledge among head office and site project teams to promote collaboration and continuous improvement within the organization
• Actively engage with the project managers and project teams to foster a risk-based culture by conducting risk management workshops and training to the project teams and support them with developing and updating project risk registers

SITE DEPOLYMENT & OPERATION:

• Lead the PMO Specialists to ensure PMO services are effectively deployed and monitored in all managed projects and programs of work (especially in the UAE) to achieve business success
• Support global Site PMO teams with onboarding and providing relevant systems and project management training to ensure readiness and efficiency
• Support the Directors of Project Portfolio in developing, updating, monitoring, and controlling project management documents (e.g., Project Charters, Schedules, Risk Registers, Monthly Reports, etc.) to ensure compliance and project progress tracking
• Proactively identify and communicate schedule-related risks and issues to the project teams, proposing solutions where applicable to mitigate project risks
• Develop what-if scenarios and schedule forecasts, as needed, to facilitate the decision-making process and ensure project progress aligns with business objectives
• Review and provide guidance to the project teams on vendor (contractor, consultant, etc.) schedules to ensure compliance and best practices are followed
• Support the site teams with project document control as well as communication with external stakeholders (e.g. contractors, consultants) to ensure project documents are managed efficiently and stakeholders are informed
• Support the site teams with operating the Project Portfolio Management System and Document Management System when required to ensure project progress is tracked and reported efficiently
• Applicable if role has direct or indirect reports - responsible for the management and leadership of an engaged team, promoting collaboration and ensuring that each is developed and evaluated against goals and objectives which are aligned, specific, measurable, attainable yet challenging, realistic and time bound.
• Act as an ambassador for DP World at all times when working; promoting and demonstrating positive behaviours in harmony with DP World\'s Principles, values and culture; ensuring the highest level of safety is applied in all activities; understanding and following DP World\'s Code of Conduct and Ethics policies
• Perform other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Must have a BSc. in Engineering
• Must have a Project Management Professional certificate (PMI-PMP)
• Must have a PMO certification (e.g. IPMO-F -P or -E)
• Preferably have a post-graduate degree in Project Management
• Preferably have knowledge of Agile methodologies in the capital construction domain
• Min. 8-10 years of experience in scheduling and project management (preferably in capital construction projects); out of which min. 5 years working in a PMO function
• Must be proficient in MS Project (desktop and online) and Primavera
• Must be proficient in Microsoft 365 suite
• Demonstrated knowledge of PMO types, maturity models, roles, and responsibilities
• In-depth knowledge of the concepts and principles of project and portfolio management and their planning
• Shows proven track record of leadership
• Ability to work with local and remote teams from a wide range of backgrounds
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work autonomously
• Awareness of policies and procedures to ensure resources are efficiently used
• Familiarity with industry and professional standards in the field of capital construction
• Ability to work flexibly and quickly grasp knowledge of new knowledge areas, systems, and tools

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About Us:

We are the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain logistics, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain - from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.

We deliver these services through an interconnected global network of 295 business units in 78 countries across six continents, with a significant presence both in high-growth and mature markets. Wherever we operate, we integrate sustainability and responsible corporate citizenship into our activities, striving for a positive contribution to the economies and communities where we live and work.

Our dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 97,657 from 158 nationalities are committed to delivering unrivalled value to our customers and partners. We do this by focusing on mutually beneficial relationships - with governments, shippers, traders, and other stakeholders along the global supply chain - relationships built on a foundation of mutual trust and enduring partnership.

We think ahead, anticipate change and deploy industry-leading digital technology to further broaden our vision to disrupt world trade and create the smartest, most efficient and innovative solutions, while ensuring a positive and sustainable impact on economies, societies and our planet.

DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief.

By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies.

About the Team: We are the leading provider of smart logistics solutions, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain - from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.

We deliver these services through an interconnected global network of 127 business units in 51 countries across six continents, with a significant presence both in high-growth and mature markets. Wherever we operate, we integrate sustainability and responsible corporate citizenship into our activities, striving for a positive contribution to the economies and communities where we live and work.

Our dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 56,000 employees from 54 countries are committed to delivering unrivalled value to our customers and partners. We do this by focusing on mutually beneficial relationships - with governments, shippers, traders, and other stakeholders along the global supply chain - relationships built on a foundation of mutual trust and enduring partnership.

We think ahead, anticipate change and deploy industry-leading technology to create the smartest, most efficient and innovative trade solutions, while ensuring a positive and sustainable impact on economies, societies and our planet.

DP World