special projects manager

Schindler

<div><div><p><b>Location: &#304;stanbul, &#304;stanbul, Turkey</b><br>
<b>Job ID:</b><b> 84416</b></p>
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
We Elevate... Quality of urban life</b></h1><br>
<p>
Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you&rsquo;ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, ensuring respect both among colleagues and for the world around us. By joining us, you don&rsquo;t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Join us as a</b></p>
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Special Projects Manager</b></h1><br>
<p>
</p><div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Your main responsibilities</b></h4>
<div><div><b>
Key Responsibilities:</b></div><br>
<div><b>
</b></div><ul><li>Developing projects within the portfolio, known as Special Projects</li>
<li>Creating action plans and strategies to increase profitability and unit count
</li><li>Ensuring that the team operates in line with the Schindler culture and requirements</li>
<li>Project monitoring through weekly customer visits</li>
<li>Conducting risk assessments based on field datas</li>
<li>Monthly monitoring of project price increases, costs, and all expenses affecting profitability</li>
<li>Developing and improving service quality to meet customer needs</li>
<li>Regularly analyzing and monitoring market and service development</li>
</ul></div>
</div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What you bring</b></h4>
<div><div><b>
Work Experience:</b></div><br>
<div>
</div><ul><li>Minimum 3 years management experience in project management, construction and industrial machine industry
</li><li>Experience in the working environment of an international company is plus</li>
<li>Proven experience in field team management
</li><li>Ability to operate in a matrix organization with country, regional and corporate interaction.
</li><li>Sound commercial understanding and business partnership approach.
</li><li>Developed skills in coordinating and motivating the department&rsquo;s employees</li>
<li>MS Office and SAP knowledge are required</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Competencies:</b></div><br>
<div><b>
</b></div><ul><li>Business acumen &ndash; (Commercial Understanding)</li>
<li>Ability of effective expression in individual or group situations and ability of clear expression of ideas in writing and in good grammatical form. (Communication)</li>
<li>Ability to understand and analyze numerical data (Strong Analytical Skills)</li>
<li>Uses own initiatives, resilient in overcoming difficulties. Completes tasks and achieves goals and meets deadlines. (Achieving Results)</li>
<li>Ability to integrate and direct the activities of people from different units to achieve complex common goals. (Project Cooperation)</li>
<li>Ability to establish appropriate courses of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Implementation of plans. Actions taken to ensure this. (Planning and Organization)</li>
</ul></div>
</div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What&rsquo;s in it for you?</b></h4>
<ul><li>Join our purpose-driven organization. Help shape an industry in which two billion people rely on our products and services every day.</li>
<li>Your development matters to us. We help you grow by offering the support you need to develop your skills and access a rewarding and fulfilling career.</li>
<li>Thrive in a diverse and supportive culture. Through local and global initiatives, we promote a culture of inclusion which celebrates diversity and ensures that everyone feels valued.</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
</div></div></div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>We Elevate&hellip; Your Career</b></h4><br>
<p>
Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.<br>
<br>
<b>Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler!</b><br>
<b>Discover more on </b><b>our career website</b><b>.</b></p></div><br>
<p></p>
<p><i>
At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practise equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavour that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, colour, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health or disability.</i></p></div>

Special Projects Manager

Project Management Group

<div>
 <strong>
  Location: &Idot;stanbul, &Idot;stanbul, Turkey
  <br/>
  <br/>
  <strong>
   Job ID:
  </strong>
  84416
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 We Elevate... Quality of urban life
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you&rsquo;ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, ensuring respect both among colleagues and for the world around us. By joining us, you don&rsquo;t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Join us as a
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Special Projects Manager
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Your Main Responsibilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Key Responsibilities:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Developing projects within the portfolio, known as Special Projects
  </li>
  <li>
   Creating action plans and strategies to increase profitability and unit count
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensuring that the team operates in line with the Schindler culture and requirements
  </li>
  <li>
   Project monitoring through weekly customer visits
  </li>
  <li>
   Conducting risk assessments based on field datas
  </li>
  <li>
   Monthly monitoring of project price increases, costs, and all expenses affecting profitability
  </li>
  <li>
   Developing and improving service quality to meet customer needs
  </li>
  <li>
   Regularly analyzing and monitoring market and service development
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  What You Bring
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Work Experience:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Minimum 3 years management experience in project management, construction and industrial machine industry
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience in the working environment of an international company is plus
  </li>
  <li>
   Proven experience in field team management
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to operate in a matrix organization with country, regional and corporate interaction.
  </li>
  <li>
   Sound commercial understanding and business partnership approach.
  </li>
  <li>
   Developed skills in coordinating and motivating the department&rsquo;s employees
  </li>
  <li>
   MS Office and SAP knowledge are required
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Competencies
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Business acumen &ndash; (Commercial Understanding)
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability of effective expression in individual or group situations and ability of clear expression of ideas in writing and in good grammatical form. (Communication)
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to understand and analyze numerical data (Strong Analytical Skills)
  </li>
  <li>
   Uses own initiatives, resilient in overcoming difficulties. Completes tasks and achieves goals and meets deadlines. (Achieving Results)
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to integrate and direct the activities of people from different units to achieve complex common goals. (Project Cooperation)
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to establish appropriate courses of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Implementation of plans. Actions taken to ensure this. (Planning and Organization)
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  What&rsquo;s in it for you?
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Join our purpose-driven organization. Help shape an industry in which two billion people rely on our products and services every day.
  </li>
  <li>
   Your development matters to us. We help you grow by offering the support you need to develop your skills and access a rewarding and fulfilling career.
  </li>
  <li>
   Thrive in a diverse and supportive culture. Through local and global initiatives, we promote a culture of inclusion which celebrates diversity and ensures that everyone feels valued.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  We Elevate&hellip; Your Career
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler!
  <br/>
  <br/>
  Discover more on our career website.
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <em>
  At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practise equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavour that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, colour, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health or disability.
 </em>
</div>


Schindler Group

<div>
 <strong>
  Location: &Idot;stanbul, &Idot;stanbul, Turkey
  <br/>
  <br/>
  <strong>
   Job ID:
  </strong>
  84416
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 We Elevate... Quality of urban life
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you&rsquo;ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, ensuring respect both among colleagues and for the world around us. By joining us, you don&rsquo;t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Join us as a
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Special Projects Manager
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Your Main Responsibilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Key Responsibilities:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Developing projects within the portfolio, known as Special Projects
  </li>
  <li>
   Creating action plans and strategies to increase profitability and unit count
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensuring that the team operates in line with the Schindler culture and requirements
  </li>
  <li>
   Project monitoring through weekly customer visits
  </li>
  <li>
   Conducting risk assessments based on field datas
  </li>
  <li>
   Monthly monitoring of project price increases, costs, and all expenses affecting profitability
  </li>
  <li>
   Developing and improving service quality to meet customer needs
  </li>
  <li>
   Regularly analyzing and monitoring market and service development
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  What You Bring
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Work Experience:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Minimum 3 years management experience in project management, construction and industrial machine industry
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience in the working environment of an international company is plus
  </li>
  <li>
   Proven experience in field team management
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to operate in a matrix organization with country, regional and corporate interaction.
  </li>
  <li>
   Sound commercial understanding and business partnership approach.
  </li>
  <li>
   Developed skills in coordinating and motivating the department&rsquo;s employees
  </li>
  <li>
   MS Office and SAP knowledge are required
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Competencies:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Business acumen &ndash; (Commercial Understanding)
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability of effective expression in individual or group situations and ability of clear expression of ideas in writing and in good grammatical form. (Communication)
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to understand and analyze numerical data (Strong Analytical Skills)
  </li>
  <li>
   Uses own initiatives, resilient in overcoming difficulties. Completes tasks and achieves goals and meets deadlines. (Achieving Results)
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to integrate and direct the activities of people from different units to achieve complex common goals. (Project Cooperation)
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to establish appropriate courses of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Implementation of plans. Actions taken to ensure this. (Planning and Organization)
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  What&rsquo;s in it for you?
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Join our purpose-driven organization. Help shape an industry in which two billion people rely on our products and services every day.
  </li>
  <li>
   Your development matters to us. We help you grow by offering the support you need to develop your skills and access a rewarding and fulfilling career.
  </li>
  <li>
   Thrive in a diverse and supportive culture. Through local and global initiatives, we promote a culture of inclusion which celebrates diversity and ensures that everyone feels valued.
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  We Elevate&hellip; Your Career
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler!
  <br/>
  <br/>
  Discover more on our career website.
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <em>
  At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practise equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavour that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, colour, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health or disability.
 </em>
</div>


Qatar National Bank

<div>Role Summary<p><br>
The incumbent will be responsible for applying the strategic direction on key transformational projects and commercial partnerships within GCD and QNB group as advised by the Vice President of Special Projects. The incumbent will ensure alignment and deliverables are met as per the full project scope, in line with the project requirements by coordinating with various units within GCD.</p>
Role Description<ul><li><p><br>
Ensure project charters are being implemented and provide ongoing updates on status update special projects management</p></li><li><p>
Execute and facilitate the commercial partnerships agreements and provide continues update on effectiveness and reporting to key stakeholders</p></li><li><p>
Coordinate and follow-up with commercial partners and rights holders on the agreed terms and ensure project is on track</p></li><li><p>
Implement project plans and roadmaps as set by the VP-Special Projects including but not limited to, budget and timelines for successful project delivery.</p></li><li><p>
Coordinating with internal and external resources for flawless execution of the project.</p></li><li><p>
Advise on any potential risk and update executive management to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs.</p></li><li><p>
Coordinate with internal teams within GCD to deliver well-rounded and impactful projects as per the set measures.</p></li><li><p>
Manage the relationship with external vendors such as third party suppliers and ensure ongoing follow-through.</p></li><li><p>
Co-ordinate the support of the documentation and the implementation of unit policies and procedures that will set out the principles, methodology and techniques to establish effective project management.</p></li></ul>
Qualifications<ul><li><p><br>
University graduate with a degree in Business advertising or marketing or related discipline.</p></li><li><p>
Minimum of 4 years experience in Marketing</p></li><li><p>
Good oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic (preferred).</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated ability to motivate a team and thoroughly follow up on project plans and project implementations.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to follow through with initiatives.</p></li><li><p>
Planning, organizing ability.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to work with teams from diverse cultural backgrounds.</p></li></ul></div>

Assistant Manager, Special Projects (Qatarization)

City of Savannah

<div>
 Are you looking for a career with Purpose? A learning environment to enhance your leadership skills? &Acirc; The Office of the Chief Operating Officer of Management Services is looking for an energetic, forward-thinking Special Project Coordinator to join our team.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 This position&Acirc; performs&Acirc; high-level&Acirc; analysis, project management, and coordination work on behalf of executive leadership by managing special initiatives, tracking departmental and council-related requests, supporting citywide programs and strategic priorities, and serving as a liaison across departments to ensure&Acirc; timely&Acirc; communication, execution, and follow-up on assigned projects.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Reporting to the city's Chief Operating Officer&Acirc; and supporting the Management Services organization, this individual will play a pivotal role&Acirc; in&Acirc; advancing initiatives that improve&Acirc; services across the city and have direct impact on the lives of Savannah residents and visitors.&Acirc; This position offers direct exposure to the complex work of managing the city and provides a launchpad for gaining experience at the&Acirc; center point of government.&Acirc;
 <br/>
 <br/>
 With a focus on&Acirc; strategic plan implementation,&Acirc; project management, process improvement, employee and leadership engagement and accountability,&Acirc; and tracking and managing performance across functions,&Acirc; this position offers the opportunity to&Acirc; work directly with the city's senior leadership to&Acirc; improve&Acirc; the effectiveness and efficiency of&Acirc; government services, implement&Acirc; the key elements of the&Acirc; city's strategic plan and&Acirc; track and coordinate special projects. Skills in data and analytics&Acirc; and an eye for the efficient use of technology is&Acirc; a plus.&Acirc;
 <br/>
 <br/>
 We offer an excellent benefits package to include health, dental and vision, defined contribution plan (457b), life insurance, wellness programs, vacation, sick leave, 12 paid holidays, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement and more!
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Submit your application today!
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Tracks and manages all requests from Mayor and Council directed&Acirc; to&Acirc; the assigned office or departments; ensures completion and provides status updates to the City Manager's Office.
  </li>
  <li>
   Collect and interpret complex data from various sources on specialized topics related to City or Department programs.
  </li>
  <li>
   Coordinates citywide initiatives and projects assigned by the Chief Officer or City Manager, ensuring deadlines and expectations are met.
  </li>
  <li>
   Prepare and&Acirc; maintain&Acirc; technical, informational, and analytical reports; develop charts, maps, graphs, spreadsheets, flyers, brochures, and presentations
  </li>
  <li>
   Monitors departmental performance metrics, deliverables, and milestone reporting to support accountability and progress tracking.
  </li>
  <li>
   Serves as liaison between executive offices and internal departments,&Acirc; maintaining&Acirc; effective communication and alignment&Acirc; on&Acirc; shared priorities.&Acirc; Provides information,&Acirc; reports&Acirc; and&Acirc; assistance&Acirc; to internal and external customers.
  </li>
  <li>
   Develops and prepares PowerPoint presentations, memos, reports, and other materials for the Chief Officer or City Manager to use in internal meetings or public forums.
  </li>
  <li>
   Project planning and development by conducting research, preparing project charter/scope&Acirc; and developing budgets. Develops RFPs/RFQs, develops consultant evaluation criteria and bidding procedures,&Acirc; verifies&Acirc; contract expenditures and compliances.
  </li>
  <li>
   Research&Acirc; policies, procedures, and programs; compiles information to support decision-making and improve internal operations.
  </li>
  <li>
   Facilitate project team meetings, public hearings and meetings for the community at-large, advisory boards and city council.&Acirc;
  </li>
  <li>
   In the absence of the Executive Assistant staff,&Acirc; maintain&Acirc; continuity of&Acirc; calendars,&Acirc; meetings&Acirc; and&Acirc; logistics&Acirc; and materials for department or executive-level meetings.
  </li>
  <li>
   May oversee&Acirc; special events&Acirc; or campaigns tied to community engagement, strategic planning, or public reporting efforts.
  </li>
  <li>
   Performs other related duties as assigned.?
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 Requires&Acirc; a&Acirc; Bachelor's degree in Public&Acirc; Policy, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Political Science,&Acirc; Economics, Finance&Acirc; or Business Administration&Acirc; or a degree in a closely related field; with&Acirc; one to three years&Acirc; of&Acirc; program/project&Acirc; management and/or&Acirc; supervisory experience in management, analysis and oversight of major projects&Acirc; or&Acirc; an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Strong written and oral communications skills, experience preparing presentations, coordinating inter-department/inter-agency projects,&Acirc; analyzing&Acirc; and interpreting data sets,&Acirc; and strong skills in building and&Acirc; maintaining&Acirc; working relationships at all levels&Acirc; is&Acirc; required.&Acirc; &Acirc; Master's Degree&Acirc; is a plus.&Acirc;
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Must&Acirc; possess&Acirc; and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.&Acirc;
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Knowledge of general principles and practices of municipal, federal, state and/or&Acirc; local governments.&Acirc;
  </li>
  <li>
   Skilled&Acirc; in drafting and implementation of policies and procedures and other supporting program documents.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to take direction, while working independently and exercising considerable independent judgement in resolving issues as assigned.&Acirc;
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to collect&Acirc; and&Acirc; analyze information from various sources on a variety of specialized topics&Acirc; including&Acirc; complex financial, budget,&Acirc; performance&Acirc; or administrative issues.
  </li>
  <li>
   Effectively&Acirc; establish&Acirc; and maintain working relationships with staff, management, city departments, community organizations,&Acirc; boards&Acirc; and commissions and represent the&Acirc; office professionally in multiple settings.&Acirc; Knowledge of computers and other modern office equipment.
  </li>
  <li>
   Skills in gathering,&Acirc; interpreting&Acirc; and presenting&Acirc; data.&Acirc;
  </li>
  <li>
   Skill in developing short- and long-range plans.
  </li>
  <li>
   Skill in planning and carrying out projects and assignments and effectively communicating the results both orally and written to senior leadership.
  </li>
  <li>
   Skill in the operation of computers and other modern office equipment.
  </li>
  <li>
   Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
  </li>
  <li>
   Skill in oral and written communication.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 MINIMUM STANDARDS
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 SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:&Acirc; Work is performed under the limited supervision of&Acirc; the Chief Operating Officer.&Acirc;
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 <br/>
 GUIDELINES: Guidelines&Acirc; include city ordinances, state codes, the city policies and procedures, and supervisory instructions. These guidelines require judgment,&Acirc; selection, and interpretation in application.&Acirc;
 <br/>
 <br/>
 COMPLEXITY: The work consists of varied management duties. Considerable analytical ability is needed to select, evaluate, and interpret data from several sources; interpretation of guidelines, policies, and procedures is&Acirc; required. Frequent interruptions and strict deadlines contribute to the complexity of the position.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to&Acirc; assist&Acirc; the&Acirc; Chief Operating Officer&Acirc; in the management of&Acirc; a large organization and includes&Acirc; special projects. Daily actions or services affect individual clients/citizens; activity has a moderate impact on specific cases in the service area. Successful performance in this position results in the completion and success of major projects&Acirc; in a timely manner
 <br/>
 <br/>
 PERSONAL CONTACTS: Outside and inside contacts to carry out organization programs or occasional contacts with officials at higher levels on matters requiring cooperation, explanation, and persuasion, or work requiring enforcement of laws, ordinances, policies, and procedures. Contacts are typically with co-workers, department heads, other city employees, elected and appointed officials, attorneys, vendors, contractors, and members of the&Acirc; general public.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, motivate personnel, provide services, resolve problems, justify decisions, and negotiate and settle matters.
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 <br/>
 PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table. This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.&Acirc;
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 <br/>
 WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in an office.&Acirc; Absence of disagreeable conditions.
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 <br/>
 SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: None.
</div>


Special Projects Coordinator - Office of the Chief Operating Officer (Management Services)

talabat

<div>
 talabat is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world&rsquo;s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience&mdash;fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+ countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Job Description
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Role Summary
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 We are seeking a strategic, analytical, and execution-focused Senior Manager &ndash; Performance &amp; Special Projects to lead and scale a high-performing team responsible for driving performance excellence and executing cross-functional strategic initiatives. Reporting directly to the UAE leadership team, this role is pivotal in translating business priorities into action by overseeing the Performance &amp; Special Projects function and acting as a key business partner across departments. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership capabilities, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  What&rsquo;s On Your Plate?
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Responsibilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 As Senior Manager, you will drive critical business initiatives, lead a growing team, and collaborate closely with senior stakeholders. Your main responsibilities will span four key areas:
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Leadership &amp; Stakeholder Engagement
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Build, lead, and mentor a multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  </li>
  <li>
   Serve as the main point of contact for UAE leadership and cross-functional stakeholders on performance and special project topics.
  </li>
  <li>
   Influence decision-making by delivering strategic recommendations and ensuring alignment across departments and regional teams.
  </li>
  <li>
   Drive collaboration across Logistics, CX, Sales, Marketing, and Finance to ensure successful execution of performance initiatives.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Business Performance
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   Oversee performance reporting frameworks and ensure the delivery of high-quality insights across departments
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   Challenge performance against OKRs, functional targets, and budgets, and recommend corrective actions where needed.
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   Champion the enhancement of reporting tools, dashboards, and automation initiatives to drive accuracy and scalability.
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 Advanced Analytics &amp; Strategic Insights
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   Lead complex analytical initiatives to uncover root causes behind performance trends and business challenges.
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   Translate data into strategic narratives and actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
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   Set standards for data integrity, forecasting methodologies, and performance tracking.
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   Identify cross-functional opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost savings.
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 Special Projects &amp; Strategic Initiatives
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   Own the end-to-end delivery of high-impact, cross-functional initiatives aligned with country and regional goals.
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   Scope and prioritize projects, establish clear KPIs, and ensure timely delivery in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
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   Act as the project sponsor or executive lead, aligning execution with strategic outcomes.
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   Oversee the country-level P&amp;L related to key operational and strategic functions.
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   Lead forecasting and scenario planning processes (daily, monthly, annual) to support decision-making and financial discipline.
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   Identify revenue and cost optimization levers and proactively drive initiatives to improve unit economics and profitability.
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   8&ndash;12 years of experience in performance management, strategy, business operations, or management consulting.
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   Proven experience managing and developing high-performing teams with a focus on results and cross-functional collaboration.
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   Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with experience engaging with senior leadership and cross-market teams.
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   Expertise in financial modeling, P&amp;L ownership, and business forecasting.
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   Advanced proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., BigQuery, Tableau, Looker).
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   Exceptional communication skills with the ability to distill complexity into clear business recommendations.
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   Demonstrated ability to lead change, manage ambiguity, and thrive in a dynamic environment.
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   High degree of curiosity, initiative, and ownership.
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 As part of the talabat team:
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   You have the opportunity to be based in our specially designed collaborative work space in City Walk.
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   You will also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.
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   Monthly talabat credit to spend in the app, however you want
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   Parental leave
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   Working with the team, building the fastest-growing, largest and most valuable network of online food ordering services.
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   Our colleagues at talabat come from every corner of the globe, working in diverse, cross-cultural teams.
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   Enjoy fresh fruits, cereals, beverages, tea, and discounts at our Everyday Roastery cafe next door
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   Take a break in our wellbeing room, music room or take in the views of the Dubai Downtown Skyline on our roof terrace!
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   Sponsored healthcare and gym membership
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Sr. Manager Special Projects & Performance

<div></div><div><div><ul><li><div><b>Business Unit</b>
</div><div>QNB - Qatar
</div></li><li><div><b>Division</b>
</div><div>Communications
</div></li><li><div><b>Department</b>
</div><div>Advertising &amp; PR
</div></li><li><div><b>Country</b>
</div><div>Qatar
</div></li><li><div><b>Closing Date</b>
</div><div>17-Aug-2026
</div></li></ul></div><div><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About QNB</b></h5>
<p>Established in 1964 as the country&rsquo;s first Qatari-owned commercial bank, QNB Group has steadily grown to become the largest bank in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region.</p>
<p>QNB Group&rsquo;s presence through its subsidiaries and associate companies extends to more than 31 countries across three continents providing a comprehensive range of advanced products and services. The total number of employees is more than 28,000 serving up to 20 million customers operating through 1,000 locations, with an ATM network of 4,300 machines.</p>
<p>QNB has maintained its position as one of the highest rated regional banks from leading credit rating agencies including Standard &amp; Poor&rsquo;s (A), Moody&rsquo;s (Aa3) and Fitch (A+). The Bank has also been the recipient of many awards from leading international specialised financial publications.</p>
<p>Based on the Group&rsquo;s consistent strong financial performance and its expanding international presence, QNB currently ranks as the most valuable bank brand in the Middle East and Africa, according to Brand Finance Magazine.</p>
<p>QNB Group has an active community support program and sponsors various social, educational and sporting events.</p>
</div></div><div><div><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Role Summary</b></h5>
</div><div><p>The incumbent will be responsible for applying the strategic direction on key transformational projects and commercial partnerships within GCD and QNB group as advised by the Vice President of Special Projects. The incumbent will ensure alignment and deliverables are met as per the full project scope, in line with the project requirements by coordinating with various units within GCD.</p>
</div></div><div><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Role Description</b></h5>
</div><div><ul><li><p>Ensure project charters are being implemented and provide ongoing updates on status update special projects management</p></li><li><p>
Execute and facilitate the commercial partnerships agreements and provide continues update on effectiveness and reporting to key stakeholders</p></li><li><p>
Coordinate and follow-up with commercial partners and rights holders on the agreed terms and ensure project is on track</p></li><li><p>
Implement project plans and roadmaps as set by the VP-Special Projects including but not limited to, budget and timelines for successful project delivery.</p></li><li><p>
Coordinating with internal and external resources for flawless execution of the project.</p></li><li><p>
Advise on any potential risk and update executive management to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs.</p></li><li><p>
Coordinate with internal teams within GCD to deliver well-rounded and impactful projects as per the set measures.</p></li><li><p>
Manage the relationship with external vendors such as third party suppliers and ensure ongoing follow-through.</p></li><li><p>
Co-ordinate the support of the documentation and the implementation of unit policies and procedures that will set out the principles, methodology and techniques to establish effective project management.</p></li></ul>
</div></div><div><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h5>
</div><div><ul><li><p>University graduate with a degree in Business advertising or marketing or related discipline.</p></li><li><p>
Minimum of 4 years experience in Marketing</p></li><li><p>
Good oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic (preferred).</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated ability to motivate a team and thoroughly follow up on project plans and project implementations.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to follow through with initiatives.</p></li><li><p>
Planning, organizing ability.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to work with teams from diverse cultural backgrounds.</p></li></ul>
</div></div><div><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Note: you will be required to attach the following:</b></h5>
</div><div><div><ul><li>Resume/CV</li></ul>
<ul><li>Copy of Passport or QID
</li></ul><ul><li>Copy of Education Certificate</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>

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