8 Chief Investment Officer jobs in Qatar

VAC9547 - Director Product Portfolio Management

Field: Business
Contract Type: Full Time - Permanent
Location: Qatar - Doha
Closing date: 28-Jan-2025

About Us:
Ooredoo is a dynamic global Telecommunications player operating in 10 countries serving more than 138 million customers. Ooredoo Qatar employs approximately 1,600 people driving Ooredoo to be the number one choice for world-class communications services in Qatar, and it is a team that you can be part of!

About the Business Unit:
Ooredoo’s Business BU is a critical part of the company’s first line customer facing activities for all Business Accounts and has a significant role to play in long term business value creation through product design, achievement of sales revenue, profit and customer satisfaction, as defined in the annual business plans. The Product Hub focuses on productizing mass-market products and services moving forward, while the newly established Business Solutions unit specializes in customized solutions, using products from the hub as foundational elements and forming direct partnerships for unique service integrations. Product Portfolio Management focuses on developing and maintaining a competitive portfolio of B2B products, ensuring they meet market demands and align with strategic objectives.

About the Role:
This role is responsible for setting the direction, development, optimization, and growth of Ooredoo B2B product portfolio. It includes creating and managing converged (ICT and Connectivity) products and orchestrating cross-functional teams to bring compelling products to market that maintain the leadership position of OQ in its core offerings and establishes OQ as a key player in near core areas. The key responsibilities are strategic planning, product development and portfolio management, innovation, technology demand management, product technical architecture, performance tracking and team leadership. The role holder requires solid commercial experience in productizing and packaging of services aimed at bringing highly automated, scalable and segment-tailored offerings to market. It also requires deep technical expertise with the most common cloud technologies including those of hyperscaler offerings such as Google Cloud, Azure and sovereign cloud. The position requires a strategic approach to market opportunities achieving market and industry visibility, partnership development especially with hyperscalers, and the monetization of Ooredoo's investments in cloud technologies and data-center infrastructure.

About You:
12 years' experience in a similar role. At least 5 years in leadership.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Marketing or Computer Science or Engineering.

Note: you will be required to attach the following:
1. Resume / CV

Job Summary

The incumbent is primarily responsible for coordinating and monitoring ongoing projects within IT and ensure that these projects are on schedule as per the strategy plan. The incumbent will also prioritize and reschedule the projects given the available resources and criticality of user requirements

Main Responsibilities

A. Shareholder & Financial:

• Compare financial data for practice to that of other practices and seek ways to maximize revenue. Manage and achieve revenue goals set for projects
• Implements KPI's and best practices for Senior Manager, IT Project Management
• Promote cost consciousness and efficiency and enhance productivity, to minimise cost, avoid waste, and optimise benefits for the bank.
• Act within the limits of the powers delegated to the incumbent.

B. Customer (Internal & External):

• Maintain relations with the project recipient for progress reporting and project evaluation.
• Continually liaise with the IT Research & Strategy for assigned projects and requirements, with the aim of achieving the Group's overall business plan.
• Build effective and manage vendors by contractual obligations on both ends.
• Build and maintain strong and effective relationship with all other related departments and units to achieve the Group's goals/ objectives.
• Provide timely and accurate information to the external and internal auditors and the Compliance function as and when required.
• To assist customers in all their queries on Bank's product and seek solution to their requests.
• Maintain activities in accordance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with internal departments/units to achieve improvements in turn-around time.
• Build and maintain strong/effective relationships with related departments/units to achieve the Group's objectives.
• Provide timely/accurate data to external/internal Auditors, Compliance, Financial Control and Risk when required.

C. Internal (Processes, Products, Regulatory):

• Define project goals to be achieved and measurement methods to track the achievement of the benefits.
• Controls and monitors "triple constraints"—project scope, time and cost(quality also)—in managing competing project requirements Handle multiple large and complex projects in parallel
• Effectively follow the Project Management Methodology while managing the projects
• Assist in creating project management methodologies for the implementation of all IT related projects within the Group.
• Approve the schedule of projects and work program of each project to be executed as per the budget and ensuring timely vendor selection/ procurement of equipment, hardware, software and various resources for the timely completion of projects.
• Direct the successful implementation of the project, including the restructuring of business processes and procedures to deliver efficient and effective operations while utilizing the capabilities of the new system.
• Review project design documents prepared by staff consultants and contractors and ensure they meet QNB and regulatory standards and quality expectations.
• Monitor the efforts of the project team to accomplish the project plan and take action as needed to resolve issues interfering with the successful completion of the project.
• Ensure that quality management is implemented in all IT processes.
• Prepare the project initiation reports, project closure reports and all other requisite reports on a timely basis.
• Report project progress and problems to management on a timely basis.

• Maintain an inventory of projects and CAPEX spend incl. all related and necessary documentation and information

• Prepare documentation, project control and reporting templates - Participate and support in the set up and running of relevant project/ team meetings as and when required

• Effectively communicate relevant project/ practice information to superiors and peers.

• Project Coordination: Assist in coordinating project activities, ensuring alignment with project plans, objectives, and timelines. Collaborate with internal and cross-functional teams to monitor project progress, track deliverables, and address any issues or obstacles.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate project documentation, including project plans, status reports, meeting minutes, and other project-related artefacts. Assist in the preparation of regular project status updates for project managers and stakeholders, highlighting key milestones, risks, and achievements.
• Stakeholder Management: Support effective communication and engagement with project stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and internal teams. Organize and schedule project meetings, preparing meeting agendas, and distributing minutes. Provide timely project updates to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment.
• Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to regulatory guidelines and industry best practices relevant to the banking sector. Assist in ensuring that projects meet regulatory requirements and compliance standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Risk Management: Identify and assess project risks, contributing to the development of risk management strategies and mitigation plans. Monitor project risks and issues, and assist in implementing appropriate actions to address them. Escalate significant risks and issues to project managers as needed.
• Quality Assurance: Contribute to ensuring that project deliverables meet the required quality standards. Assist in conducting quality reviews, verifying project outcomes, and addressing any identified deficiencies. Collaborate with the project team to implement corrective actions and improve project performance.
• Task and Resource Management: Support the assignment of tasks to team members, monitoring task progress, and ensuring adherence to project schedules. Assist in resource allocation and coordination to ensure that the necessary resources are available for project activities.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within the project management function. Contribute to the development and enhancement of project management methodologies, tools, and templates. Proactively share recommendations and best practices with the project management team.
• Serve as key participant in team and client meetings.
• Handle difficult project personnel situations directly, using appropriate discretion, and in liaison with the Human Capital function.
• Assess the efficiency and the effectiveness of the project and system once implemented, taking appropriate steps to resolve any problems/ issue noted.
• Ensure protection and security of project information from any unauthorized access within the overall security policy of the Group.

D. Learning & Knowledge:

• Possess a thorough understanding of the Group's IT related service offerings, technical preferences, and technical direction.
• Understand system internals, architecture and limitations in deciding on methods of problem solving which may impact overall resource availability and time to deliver.
• Identify areas for professional development of self and act to enhance professional development.
• Proactively identify areas for professional development of self and undertake development activities.
• Seek out opportunities to remain current with all developments in professional field.

E. Legal, Regulatory, and Risk Framework Responsibilities:

• Comply with all applicable legal, regulatory and internal compliance requirements including, but not limited to, Group Compliance Policies and Procedures (AML & CTF, Sanctions Policy, Data Protection Policy, Fraud Control Policy, Whistle Blowing Policy, Conflict of Interest and Insider Dealing Policy).
• Understand and effectively perform your role under the Three Lines of Defence principle to identify measure, monitor, manage and report risks.
• Ensure systematic good outcomes for clients in accordance with Conduct Risk policy.
• Support the framework of RCSA, KRI, Incident reporting and remediation, as appropriate, in accordance with the Operational Risk Management requirements.
• Maintain appropriate knowledge to ensure full qualification to undertake the role.
• Complete all mandatory training provided by the Bank, attain, and maintain the required levels of competence.
• Attend mandatory (internal and external) seminars as instructed by the Bank.

F. Other:

• Ensure high standards of data protection and confidentiality to safeguard commercially sensitive information.
• Maintaining utmost confidentiality concerning customer and internal bank information obtained during the course of business and provide such information on a need to know basis only to Senior Management of QNB, Audit and Compliance functions, and relevant Regulators.
• Maintain high professional standards to uphold QNB's reputation and to strengthen its market leadership position.
• All other ad hoc duties/activities related to QNB that management might request from time to time

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree University graduate preferably with a Major in Marketing, Banking, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or Information Technology (related field of study), Masters preferred
• At least 8 years of relevant experience, preferably within a highly rated international bank.
• Certification in Project Management (PMI).
• Training courses and certification in systems technology, management and banking.

Required Special Skills

• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic (preferable).
• Strong analytical, problem solving, decision-making and financial management skills.
• Self-driven with well-developed leadership, motivational and team-building skills.
• Understanding of linkages driving profit.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Director Investment Management

People Dynamics

Doha, Qatar

Posted In 20/7/2013

Job Description

The role holder is responsible for managing the Group’s (operations & joint ventures) to drive Opco’s performance improvements, in order to maximize their return, analyze, consolidate their deliveries and provide meaningful reports to the senior management for informed decision making.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Monitor performance of investments and recommend strategies to remedy poor performance and implement best practices to provide clear window on the business performance.
2. Ensure that current investments and results are in line with the strategic top down targets.
3. Set up and lead the implementation of a financial performance monitoring process in order to provide accurate and up to the minute information to the Board in relation to the performance of its investments.
4. Manage the monthly closing, quarterly and Year-To-Date financial reports ensuring all inputs are accurate and broad and provide commentary and recommendations.
5. Lead the implementation of financial policies and procedures within the OpCo’s in own area ensuring they are adhered to and are working effectively.
6. Highlight any performance issues within the OpCo’s in order for corrective action to be taken, making appropriate recommendations as may be appropriate.
7. Recommend and agree suitable KPIs on which to report to management and boards to drive forward the achievement of targets.
8. Ensure that the Executive team and boards are kept fully informed on the Group’s performance against competitions.
9. Lead the implementation of monthly variance analysis, benchmarking, financial modelling across the OpCo’s in own area and ensure they have the necessary knowledge and ability to meet their requirements.
10. Work closely with Country finance counterparts to monitor performance and to ensure open discussion, review, verification, challenging and completion of Annual Budget and 5 -10 Year Business Plans.
11. Compile reports, detect dysfunction and propose solutions.

Job Requirements

Experience
Min: 12 Years

Career Level
Executive/ Director

Job Type
Full Time

Vacancies
2 Open Positions

Salary
Negotiable

Gender
Any

Degree Level
Bachelor's degree

Faculty / Institute
Any

Major
Accounting

Age
Any

Nationality
Any

Residence Location
Any

Languages
Any

Own a Car
Any

Have Driving License
Any

Job Skills
• Bachelor's Degree in accounting, business management or related discipline.
• Accounting & finance Qualification – CA, CMA, CPA, or similar, MBA in finance or Master in related discipline.
• Must have minimum of 12 years experience, 04 years within a telecom environment, or Strategic Investment unit, coupled with some exposure/understanding of medium terms business & strategic plan, consolidation, evaluation and investment opportunities.
• Worked at senior level with an organisation to formulate strategy.
• Proven ability to manage the delivery and development of financial performance reporting across a Group or large organisation.
• Knowledge of general accounting, General Ledger and financial statements in international standards.
• Strong experience in a Financial Reporting Environment and Financial Reporting Systems.
• Good working knowledge of Information Systems (Hyperion, Cognos, Oracle, OFA).
• Working experience with MS Office.

About The Company
People Dynamics is an Integrated Human Resources Solutions Provider committed to delivering the best HR solutions and practices to our clients. We ensure long-term sustainability of our solutions by being closely engaged with our clients during and post implementation. We have partnered with prominent HR practitioners, who provide us with superior international resources and capabilities and our shared code of conduct and commitment to excellence ensures consistent standards of performance and ethics.

Company Industry
Human Resources

VAC9546 - Senior Manager Product Portfolio Value Management

Field: Business
Contract Type: Full Time - Permanent
Location: Qatar - Doha
Closing date: 28-Jan-2025

About Us:
Ooredoo is a dynamic global Telecommunications player operating in 10 countries serving more than 138 million customers. Ooredoo Qatar employs approximately 1,600 people driving Ooredoo to be the number one choice for world-class communications services in Qatar, and it is a team that you can be part of!

About the Business Unit:
Ooredoo’s Business BU is a critical part of the company’s first line customer facing activities for all Business Accounts and has a significant role to play in long term business value creation through product design, achievement of sales revenue, profit and customer satisfaction, as defined in the annual business plans. The Product Hub focuses on productizing mass-market products and services moving forward, while the newly established Business Solutions unit specializes in customized solutions, using products from the hub as foundational elements and forming direct partnerships for unique service integrations. Product Portfolio Value Management develops and executes strategies that effectively bring the products and services of Ooredoo Business to the market. It is responsible to increase the company's products market share, drive revenue and growth, and enhance Ooredoo’s competitive position in the market with a special attention to the SMB market. It also concentrates the know-how and authority in product packaging and marketing, serving as internal consultant and knowledge multiplier for product management team. Specifically regarding the SMB segment, the department assumes strong ownership role, challenging the product management team into creating the product traction for the SMB segment in response to the market demand and SMB Accounts team.

About the Role:
The SM Portfolio Value Management (PVM) role is part of the management team of Product Hub division, charged with transforming product practice. It is responsible for developing and executing market strategies for positioning and packaging Ooredoo Business's products and services. It includes working on a segmented (possibly also micro-segmented) approach covering vertical and horizontal target markets by creating marketing plans in collaboration with other departments for successful product launches and market penetration. The role acts in a two-way format, firstly collaborating with the product team on pushing established products, either individually or as part of joint offerings tailored to specific segments, and secondly providing "demand" from market for product features and evolution, relying also on the Product Intelligence team and contact to Base Management. Particularly in the latter aspect, the SM PVM is assigned to advocate the specific demands of the SMB market for which Ooredoo is giving focus through this role.

About You:
10 years' experience in a similar role

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or Business Administration or Similar

Note: you will be required to attach the following:
1. Resume / CV