361 Program Manager jobs in Saudi Arabia

Summary:

The Program Manager will be responsible for overseeing data-related programs and ensuring successful project delivery aligned with organizational strategy through effective governance, communication, and Agile practices.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee multiple data-related programs and projects to ensure alignment with organizational goals and successful delivery.

• Apply Agile practices using tools such as Jira, Microsoft Project, and Confluence to monitor progress and performance.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, risks, and dependencies to achieve defined objectives.
• Provide strategic direction, guidance, and performance oversight to project managers and teams.
• Ensure proper reporting, governance, and decision-making at the program level.

Qualifications & requirements:

• Strong experience in Program and Portfolio Management .

• Solid understanding and practical application of Agile methodologies .

• Excellent communication , presentation , and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira , Microsoft Project , and Confluence .

• Strong analytical , problem-solving , and organizational abilities.

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in Program or Portfolio Management , preferably within data-focused projects .

Languages:

• Arabic – Mother tongue
• English – Native/Fluent

Preferred Certifications:

• PMP / PgMP / RMP (PMI)
• Agile certifications

Overview

TA-Executive at RiDiK (a Subsidiary of CLPS, Nasdaq: CLPS) , ( Hiring IT Tech and Non IT Professionals for Singapore, Malaysia , Hong Kong, South…

Experience - 8+ years

Mandatory Language - Arabic speaking

Job Description -

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business Administration, or related field. PMP, Prince2, or Agile certification is preferred.
• Arabic speaking skills are a value-added asset.
• 8 years of project management experience within the capital banking domain.
• Deep understanding of equity markets, asset management, and wealth management operations and products.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements in banking and asset management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, JIRA, or similar.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Lead end-to-end project management for initiatives in capital banking focused on equity, asset management, and wealth management.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including portfolio managers, compliance, risk, technology, operations, and client relationship teams.
• Manage stakeholder expectations through regular communication, reporting, and risk mitigation.
• Drive process improvements and implement technology solutions to optimize wealth and asset management operations.
• Monitor project progress, resolve issues, and manage changes to ensure successful delivery.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal governance standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Mentor and guide junior project managers and team members, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Conduct project reviews and document lessons learned for continuous improvement.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for senior management and key stakeholders.

RiDiK is a global technology solutions provider and a subsidiary of CLPS Incorporation (NASDAQ: CLPS), delivering cutting-edge end-to-end services across banking, wealth management, and e-commerce. With deep expertise in AI, cloud, big data, and blockchain, we support clients across Asia, North America, and the Middle East in driving digital transformation and achieving sustainable growth. Operating from regional hubs in 10 countries and backed by a global delivery network, we combine local insight with technical excellence to deliver real, measurable impact. Join RiDiK and be part of an innovative, fast-growing team shaping the future of technology across industries.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Information Technology and Project Management
• Industries
• IT Services and IT Consulting

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Overview

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager with a strong background in managing strategic programs and projects, particularly within the government sector and initiatives aligned with Saudi Vision 2030. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to develop governance structures and enhance operational processes.

• Lead and manage programs and projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, particularly within the public sector.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of initiatives related to Saudi Vision 2030.
• Design and activate governance frameworks to support continuous improvement and procedural efficiency.
• Analyze data and provide actionable insights and recommendations to support executive decision-making.
• Prepare and deliver professional presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams through clear written and verbal communication.
• Ensure adherence to government regulations, systems, and procedures.

• 5 to 7 years of hands-on experience in program and project management within the public sector .
• Proven experience managing initiatives related to Saudi Vision 2030 .
• Full knowledge of government systems and procedures .
• Strong skills in data analysis and strategic reporting .
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management , or a related field is preferred.
• Holding a professional certification such as PMP is a strong advantage.

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Project Management, Analyst, and Product Management
• Industries: Business Consulting and Services

Job Opportunity: Program Project Manager – Healthcare Sector (KSA)

We are looking for experienced Program Project Managers to join a leading organization in Saudi Arabia's healthcare sector.

• Lead and manage strategic development projects across multiple business areas.
• Oversee initiatives related to pricing strategies, go-to-market plans, cost optimization, organizational development, and other transformation projects.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful delivery of key programs.
• Provide strategic recommendations and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.

• Minimum 10 years of proven experience in managing large-scale development projects within corporate environments.
• Strong background in project delivery across areas such as pricing, cost reduction, organizational restructuring, and go-to-market initiatives.
• Hold a recognized certification in Program/Project Management (e.g., PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
• Excellent communication skills with fluent English proficiency.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

• Minimum 10 years of proven experience in managing large-scale development projects within corporate environments.
• Strong background in project delivery across areas such as pricing, cost reduction, organizational restructuring, and go-to-market initiatives.
• Hold a recognized certification in Program/Project Management (e.g., PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
• Excellent communication skills with fluent English proficiency.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

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Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for Program Manager. This position will be located in Saudi Arabia and will be an onsite position.

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for Program Manager. This position will be located in Saudi Arabia and will be an onsite position.

Responsibilities

Directs all phases of programs from inception through completion. Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs. Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes. Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract. Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Develops new business or expands the product line with the customer. Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications. Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.

• Manages one or more programs of size and complexity, may manage an operating/field office, and supervises professional and technical personnel performing in their customary disciplines.
• Maintains aggressive efforts to achieve objectives.
• Prepares manpower staffing plans, including skill and labor mix, to support contract operations. May be responsible for recruiting, interviewing, and hiring staff.
• Monitors contract, subcontract, and funding; prepares forecasts of program financial performance.
• Acquires follow-on business associated with areas of responsibility and supports new business development by leading major proposals personally, or through subordinate program/project managers.
  
  

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• Bachelors (in technical field)
• Seven+ (7) years of experience successfully managing large teams (e.g., 20+ person). Five+ (5) years of this experience in direct support to a program office (PMW) or similar organization with the United States Department of the Navy (DoN).
• Knowledge of Foreign Military Sales (FMS) processes and procedures, as identified as part of the work experience listed.
• Experience interacting with foreign senior military/government officials.
• Experience managing teams in multiple geographic areas, including Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) locations.
• Experience working with United States Government (USG) military/government officials (e.g., Program Managers, GS-15 civilians, O-6 field grade officers) and foreign senior military/government officials.
• Experience managing foreign travel/relocation arrangements and approval (e.g., visas, insurance, and hazard pay).
• Experience developing and maintaining Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and the ability to present the IMS in multiple formats, including Microsoft (MS) Project and MS PowerPoint (or similar software).
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with Flag Officer level personnel regarding technical and programmatic issues.
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• Two+ (2) years of experience managing large-scale programs for FMS/security cooperation services valued at $10M+/year.
• Five+ (5) years o f experience as an engineer supporting Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence (C4I) systems such as Global Command and Control System (GCCS), Naval Modular Automated Communications System (NAVMACS), High Frequency (HF), Ultra High Frequency (UHF), and Very High Frequency (VHF) Radios and Antennas, Tactical Data Links (Link-11, 16, 22), Combined Enterprise Regional Information Exchange System (CENTRIXS), Network Communications, Satellite Communication (SATCOM), Air Defense Systems Integrator (ADSI), or Visit, Boarding, Search, and Seizure ꞏ (VBSS).
• Experience with the Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) organization and its products/services.
• Experience with successfully recruiting staff and retaining personnel.
• Program Management Professional (PMP), Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level III in Program Management or similar certifications.
• Completion of Defense Institute of Security Assistance Management (DISAM) Security Cooperation Management (SCM) courses such as SCM-CONUS (SCM-C) or SCM-Case Management (SCM-CM).
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• DISAM International Affairs Certification Level 2 or Level 3.
  
  

• Seniority level Director

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Project Management and Information Technology
• Industries IT System Data Services

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We are looking for a Program Manager who will lead programs of work or several unrelated projects, oversee Project Managers and delivery teams executing these projects. You will support the Project Managers in delivering full lifecycle digital transformation projects from inception to implementation using agile methodologies. You will assist with the assembly of teams and the development of detailed work plans, process improvements, project estimates, financial management and resourcing using straightforward problem-solving skills. Our highly entrepreneurial, collaborative, and dynamic environment is the perfect place for smart, motivated people to make an impact.



What you'll do:

• Manage, mentor, and progress their team, overseeing their work and performance.
• Constantly and consistently identify, implement, and socialize the most effective processes, tools, and systems to keep the department current with project management processes.
• Collaborate with department heads and leadership to create achievable and measurable project plans that include regular status reporting and RAID documentation.
• Oversee execution, workflow, and resourcing of projects.
• Lead and develop comprehensive resource models and risk mitigation plans in collaboration with discipline leads.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to foster cross-training to help build a strong foundation for the team.
• Serve as a program delivery lead for high visibility projects.
• Together with strategy and tech co-own the growth of the accounts under their supervision.
• Develop project plans and assumptions for new business pursuits!
• Collaborate on SOW creation (timeline, resource model & assumptions)
• Manage program revenue and accountability for actualization of sold revenue.
• Make program level decisions based on margin and revenue data.
• Project, present and commit program revenue to leadership
• Display confidence when leading a conversation with a willingness to have and share a point of view even if it's an unpopular opinion.
• Actively contribute to the development of the company's culture and standards of quality
  
  

• Provide agile project management oversight for multiple projects. Activities include:
• Coaching and mentoring teams to follow Agile best practices.
• Facilitating scrum ceremonies
• Preparing capacity and velocity metrics for teams ahead of sprint planning
• Administrating task board management
• Define project objectives, scope, estimate, timeline, and level of effort.
• Forecast and communicate resourcing needs prior to project start and throughout project life cycle.
• Actively monitor the projects critical path milestones to ensure timely delivery of project objectives.
• Develop project strategies and plans, and identify the methods and tools required for the project.
• Monitor budget against plan and work with client and project team to resolve overages and underages in a timely manner.
• Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams who will provide technical solutions and to resolve problems.
• Manage scope creep by coordinating and responding to new requests for changes from original specifications.
• Ensure quality through planning, execution, quality assurance, and quality control techniques.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate risks to maximize the results and minimize the consequences.
• Facilitate issue management with the client and project teams and collaborate on response and resolution plans.
• Work closely with the end users, business analysts, technologists, and other stakeholders to understand and prioritize business goals and information needs.
• Provide solutions, leadership, and motivation to project team members.
• Provide transparent internal and external communications through status reporting.
  
  

• You get it done. Grit is your middle name. You are organized, have excellent time management skills, and have spidey sense for issues before they arise.
• You are a natural leader. You are self-motivated with a high degree of initiative and follow-through. Mentoring others is something you do out of habit.
• You are eager to succeed and understand that putting in the work is the way to get where you want to be.
• You are an outstanding communicator. You can convey information to all key stakeholders in both written and verbal formats. Preparing and delivering presentations is second nature.
• You are comfortable in ambiguity and always drive to finding solutions to provide clarity.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, and ability to maintain a balanced and positive attitude in stressful situations.
  
  

• A minimum of 5+ years agency/consultancy experience.
• 8-10 years of experience working on enterprise level projects.
• 5 years running cross functional programs.
• A minimum of 10+ years client-facing digital project management experience, using agile methodologies.
• Arabic language would be useful, but not mandatory
• Possess an in-depth understanding of project management, workflow, infrastructure, project life cycles and management methodologies and styles.
• Ability to see the big picture while also focusing on the details.
• Experience with Jira/Confluence
• Experience coaching and mentoring scrum teams and scrum masters.
• Bachelor's degree preferred
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Other
• Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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To manage and oversee the execution of programs and projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. The Program Manager will coordinate cross-functional teams, monitor project progress, and implement strategies to achieve program goals and objectives.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Program Planning : Develop and implement detailed program plans, including scope, schedule, and resource allocation.
• Project Coordination : Collaborate with various teams to ensure alignment and progress on project tasks and deliverables.
• Budget Management : Manage program budgets, monitor expenditures, and ensure cost-efficiency.
• Risk Management : Identify potential risks and issues, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure timely resolution.
• Stakeholder Communication : Maintain regular communication with stakeholders to provide updates and gather feedback.
• Performance Monitoring : Track and report on program performance, including milestones, deliverables, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Quality Assurance : Ensure program outputs meet quality standards and adhere to organizational guidelines.
• Team Leadership : Lead and mentor program team members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

Other Responsibilities:

• Documentation : Prepare and maintain program documentation, including reports, status updates, and meeting minutes.
• Process Improvement : Identify and implement process improvements to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness.
• Training and Development : Provide training and support to team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Vendor Management : Manage relationships with external vendors and contractors as needed for program execution.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Project Management : Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.
• Leadership : Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide team members.
• Communication : Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with stakeholders and team members.
• Problem-Solving : Ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions.
• Budget Management : Experience in managing budgets and financial resources.
• Risk Management : Skills in identifying and mitigating program risks.
• Organizational Skills : Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Experience:

• Years of Experience : 5 years in program management or related fields
• Industry Niche : Program Management, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Operations
• Education : Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field; certification in program management (e.g., PMP) is a plus.

The Job Description

1. Manage Core Banking program and related projects in line with approved project management policy and processes in a professional and efficient manner.
2. Manage stakeholders and project teams to deliver project requirements on time and within budget according to agreed scope.
3. Responsible for streamlined execution of assigned projects within the respective program by ensuring compliance of Project Managers with the project lifecycle from initiation to design, delivery and closure including business case development.
4. Ensures compliance with the EPMO standards and processes in assigned projects through all lifecycle stages.
5. Manages program scope, streamlines approach, and monitors timelines, budget and resources allocated for slippage, issues and risks; conducts post project reviews with project stakeholders; maintains regular communication channels with all relevant stakeholders.
6. Ensures that all deliverables to business units & vendors are high quality and in line with stakeholder expectations.
7. Liaises with stakeholders across business units to develop and prioritize initiatives; provides regular reports to all stakeholders and keeps them engaged through project design and delivery.
8. Proactively manages project task and activity timelines for milestone completion and critical path management.
9. Participates in the assignment of the projects under his/her program to the Project Managers, while providing all the required information and details for the effective implementation of the project.
10. Acts as the escalation point between the various project steering committees and the EPMO, Transformation Execution Committee, MANCOM to resolve issues and risks that may arise during project delivery.
11. Monitors the execution progress of the projects within his/her assigned program; identifies potential deviation from project plan, set targets and budget, and supports the effective resolution of any risks/issues.
12. Supports the Project Managers in the implementation of the projects assigned and the preparation of all relevant documentation to support the execution of projects according to the processes and procedures.
13. Responsible for inter-project dependency management within assigned program and/or across the Bank wide portfolio.
14. Leads daily check-in meetings of Project Managers assigned within the respective Division, to include a review of the actions assigned to Project Managers from the previous day.
15. Implements the day-to-day operations assigned for the EPMO function to ensure compliance with the established standards and procedures.
16. Contributes to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of processes and practices considering ‘international best practice’, improvement of business processes, cost reduction and productivity improvement.
17. Prepares timely and accurate Program reports to meet Bank and Division requirements, policies and standards.
18. Complies with all relevant safety, quality and environmental management policies, procedures and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.
19. PMP or PfMP would be preferable.

Overview

Summary: The Program Manager will be responsible for overseeing data-related programs and ensuring successful project delivery aligned with organizational strategy through effective governance, communication, and Agile practices.

• Lead and oversee multiple data-related programs and projects to ensure alignment with organizational goals and successful delivery.
• Apply Agile practices using tools such as Jira, Microsoft Project, and Confluence to monitor progress and performance.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, risks, and dependencies to achieve defined objectives.
• Provide strategic direction, guidance, and performance oversight to project managers and teams.
• Ensure proper reporting, governance, and decision-making at the program level.