Company Description
Over the many years of its pursuit for investment diversification, the Ghobash Group has capitalized on opportunities in sectors with encouraging growth potential by either buying out established operating companies or founding new businesses to extend value into those markets. As the portfolio of these fully, or majority-owned operating companies grew and became more diversified, the Group established ABAN INVESTMENT in 2008 to administer and facilitate its smooth operation. Each operating company general manager reports into the CEO of Aban Investment and as such it is an actively managed portfolio of companies.
ABAN Investment currently has stakes in Technology, Oil & Gas, Pharmaceuticals, Industrial Chemicals and Supplies, Hospitality, Healthcare, and Consumer Services. It is committed to building high-value businesses, from start-ups and early stage ventures to mergers and acquisitions for more mature businesses.
Job Description
The IT Projects Specialist will manage and support the delivery of multiple IT projects across various business units within the Ghobash Group. The role focuses on tracking and reporting on system implementations, upgrades, data migrations, and process automation across the Group, ensuring seamless collaboration between internal departments and external stakeholders. The specialist will apply both Agile and Waterfall methodologies to optimize project timelines, manage risks, and enhance operational efficiencies.
IT Project Management and Delivery
- Oversee the planning, execution, and closure of IT projects, ensuring alignment with the Group’s strategic IT objectives.
- Develop project charters, timelines, resource allocation plans, and risk management strategies for each assigned project.
- Lead the execution of systems integration, digital transformation, and data migration initiatives, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
- Coordinate system upgrades, ensuring successful delivery and compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
- Support the delivery of automation projects to enhance operational efficiency across various Group subsidiaries.
Stakeholder Management
- Engage with business unit leaders, IT teams, and external vendors to align project objectives with business needs.
- Regular project updates, reports, and dashboards to senior management and stakeholders.
- Facilitate regular IT stakeholder meetings to review project status and adjust plans as necessary.
Risk Management
- Conduct detailed risk assessments for each project, identifying potential risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Monitor project risks and escalate critical issues to management when necessary to avoid project delays or budget overruns.
- Ensure compliance with IT policies and data governance across all project phases.
Agile and Waterfall Methodologies
- Implement hybrid project management methodologies, utilizing both Agile and Waterfall frameworks based on project requirements.
- Lead the follow ups and tracking of project delivery and other IT process enhancements.
Reporting and Dashboard Management
- Create and maintain detailed project reports, dashboards, and executive summaries to provide real-time insights into project status and performance.
- Use Power BI, Tableau, or Excel to build visualizations that communicate key metrics to stakeholders.
- Track project progress using tools like Jira, Trello, or Confluence to ensure transparency and accountability.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Business Administration or a related field.
Additional Information
Experience:
Skills & Abilities:
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
- High proficiency in project management tools like MS Project or Jira.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- PMP - Project Management Professional
- PMI-ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner)
- CSM - Certified Scrum Master
- ITIL Certification
