Asset Affairs Support Services Lead

Job Description
We are seeking a strategic Asset Affairs Support Services Lead to join our team for a major 5-year consulting program with a public sector organization dedicated to the operation and maintenance of roads and drainage assets. The Asset Affairs Support Services Lead will report directly to the Program Director and will be responsible for overseeing transformational projects in key areas, including Supply Chain, Procurement, Program Management Office, People, and Financial Management.
Key Responsibilities:
• Leadership & Team Management
• Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of consultants and client personnel focused on enabling services.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Project Development & Execution
• Design and implement strategies that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of Supply Chain, Procurement, Program Management Office, People, and Financial Management functions.
• Oversee the execution of transformational projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives and adherence to industry best practices.
• Monitor project progress, address challenges, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Collaborate closely with client stakeholders to identify needs and opportunities for improvement across enabling services.
• Provide regular updates and presentations to the Program Director and client executives on project status, insights, and outcomes.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation
• Stay current with trends and innovations in supply chain management, procurement, program management, human resources, and financial practices.
• Facilitate training sessions and workshops to enhance the capabilities of the client team in enabling services.
What We Offer:
• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead significant enabling services transformation initiatives within the public sector.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications
Experience
• Minimum of 25 years of experience in a relevant Industry, with at least 15 years in a leading role, preferably within the roads or drainage sectors.
• Proven experience in leading transformational projects across Supply Chain, Procurement, Program Management Office, People, and Financial Management.
• Both regional and international experience is required, A Minimum of 8 years of experience shall be gained working in North America, W. Europe, Australia, or equivalent.
Education
• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in the USA, Canada, Western Europe, Australia, or New Zealand. • A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Required relevant Chartered status and Professional License(s).
Skills
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in enabling services methodologies and practices.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Language Skills
• Arabic language skills are preferred but not essential.
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