Project Manager(PMO), UAE Expo Office

About Uae Expo Office

Job Summary

Project Planning & Control

• Support development and maintenance of integrated project plans, schedules, and program milestones
• Coordinate planning across internal streams including Strategy, Communications, Programming, Operations and Finance
• Monitor project progress across scope, schedule, cost, quality and risk
• Maintain project tracking tools and provide accurate project status reporting

Governance & Reporting

• Support implementation of PMO governance frameworks and reporting structures
• Maintain project documentation, approvals, and decision records
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and executive reports
• Develop and maintain project templates, tools and reporting formats

Procurement & Contract Administration

• Assist with preparation of RFPs, scopes of work, evaluation materials and contracts
• Coordinate procurement processes and maintain procurement registers
• Track consultant deliverables, contract variations, and obligations
• Maintain supplier and consultant engagement records

Risk & Issue Management

• Identify and track project risks, issues, dependencies and mitigation plans
• Maintain project risk registers
• Track action items and corrective measures to ensure resolution

Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaise with internal teams, consultants, Expo organizers and international partners
• Organize project meetings, workshops and coordination sessions
• Prepare meeting minutes, action trackers and follow-up documentation
• Support stakeholder presentations and project updates

Performance & Quality Assurance

• Support implementation of quality management and project assurance processes
• Monitor program performance indicators and delivery milestones
• Maintain structured documentation and record keeping
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the PMO

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 5-7 years of experience in project management, PMO coordination, or program management
• Experience supporting complex, multi-stakeholder programs such as government initiatives, international events, infrastructure projects, or cultural program is highly desirable.
• Professional certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, APM, or equivalent is preferred.
• Prior experience working in the UAE within international organizations is advantageous.
• Experience working in multicultural and international environments is advantageous.
• Familiarity with World Expos, pavilion delivery programs, or international events is an advantage.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is preferred but not essential.

Skills And Abilities

• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and governance frameworks.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with strong stakeholder coordination and collaboration skills.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to work in complex, multidisciplinary environments.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Project management tools such as MS Project, Primavera, or similar.
• Willingness to travel internationally when required.