Assistant Manager- IT Project Management

We are looking to hire an Assistant Manager- IT Project Management who will directly support the IT Manager with application development and system implementation projects for our client based in Dubai – one of the largest companies in the region.

This position is a contract role with an initial duration of 6 months and is renewable .

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate IT project activities, resources, equipment, and information.
• Maintain and update project documentation, including charters, risk registers, issue logs, and status reports.
• Support project managers with resource planning, risk management, and change control activities.
• Prepare project dashboards, KPI reports, and executive summaries for management review.
• Ensure adherence to project governance frameworks, methodologies, and quality assurance processes.
• Support ERP system rollout activities such as testing coordination, data migration tracking, and user training logistics.
• Engage with stakeholders to identify and define project requirements.
• Update project, vendor, and user needs throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support budget preparation and tracking.
• Perform risk analysis activities and propose mitigation actions.
• Monitor project progress, addressing any issues that arise.

Knowledge, skills & experience:

• Education: BSc in Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field.
• Min 3–6 years of experience in project management, PMO operations, or project coordination.
• Hands-on experience with SDLC processes and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.) .
• Knowledge of project management methodologies such as Agile.
• Proficiency in MS Project, JIRA, Asana, or other project management tools .
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Availability:

• Preference will be given to candidates who are available to join immediately.

We are looking for a candidate who will be able to work in Dubai, United Arab Emirates . Please apply with your resume and remember to provide us with your contact details.

We will review your job application within 7 working days. Should your profile fit the requirements of the role, a consultant from Edari will be in touch with you to get a deeper understanding of your profile, discuss the role in more detail, and outline potential next steps.