26 Investment Director jobs in Qatar

Key Responsibilities: Financial Planning & Budgeting: Lead the annual budgeting process across all business units. Collaborate with department and subsidiary heads to consolidate and align budgets. Build financial models that support strategic business goals and performance targets. Forecasting & Analysis: Develop dynamic financial forecasts and scenario planning models. Track and report monthly, quarterly, and annual performance against budget. Conduct variance analysis with actionable insights and recommendations. Strategic Support: Evaluate investments, M&A opportunities, and other strategic initiatives through detailed business case analysis. Support the executive team with data-driven insights to inform long-term strategic planning. Reporting & KPIs: Prepare financial reports and dashboards for senior leadership and stakeholders. Identify and monitor key performance indicators across business units. Present clear and concise financial insights to drive business performance. Process Improvement & Compliance: Identify areas for process optimization in FP&A and implement best practices. Ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with financial policies and standards. Leverage ERP and financial tools for automation and efficiency. Skills Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related discipline (Master’s / MBA / CFA preferred). 5–7 years of progressive FP&A experience, ideally in the hospitality, restaurant, or real estate sectors. Strong hands-on experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; ERP and BI tools (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Power BI) are a plus. Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills. Strong business partnering mindset with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders. Leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a high-performing FP&A team. Preferred: Experience in hotel or restaurant operations at a managerial level.

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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

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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 Monitor performance of investments and recommend strategies to remedy poor performance and implement best practices to provide clear window on the business performance. Ensure that current investments and results are in line with the strategic top down targets. 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. Manage the monthly closing, quarterly and Year-To-Date financial reports ensuring all inputs are accurate and broad and provide commentary and recommendations. Lead the implementation of financial policies and procedures within the OpCo’s in own area ensuring they are adhered to and are working effectively. Highlight any performance issues within the OpCo’s in order for corrective action to be taken, making appropriate recommendations as may be appropriate. Recommend and agree suitable KPIs on which to report to management and boards to drive forward the achievement of targets. Ensure that the Executive team and boards are kept fully informed on the Group’s performance against competitions. 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. 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. 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

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• PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO QATARI CANDIDATES

Lead and oversee the preparation of consolidated group performance reports and variance analyses for management, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. Manage the timely delivery of quarterly, half-year financial statements in line with CSA requirements and accounting standards. Oversee the preparation and consolidation of group and entity level budgets and forecasts, ensuring they are in line with CSA requirements and accounting standards.

Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities :

1. Lead the preparation and completion of quarterly, half-yearly, and annual financial statements within the required timeline for all wholly owned and JV entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS / US GAAP and Corporate Services Agreements.

2. Lead the preparation and completion of the Group’s consolidated quarterly, half-yearly, and annual financial performance reports and variance analyses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS.

3. Lead and oversee the preparation of consolidated, wholly owned, and JV entities’ Management Information System (MIS) packages for presentation to management, JV partners, and the board.

4. Oversee the timely preparation and presentation of materials for the Board of Directors and provide other required financial analyses to all relevant stakeholders.

5. Present entity and group level performance in the CFO’s quarterly review meeting.

6. Oversee and monitors the planning and manage entity level external auditors for annual statutory audit, half-yearly review and interim audit to ensure that all audit queries are adequately addressed and resolved in a timely manner

7. Analyze and provide insights on the financial performance impacts of organizational initiatives, such as commercial growth, divestment of assets, M&A, financing, and leasing arrangements.

8. Oversee the preparation of the internal vessel technical managing company’s monthly OPEX cost report, providing analysis and commentary on variances.

9. Leads and coordinates the ongoing development and maintenance of the MIS and reporting tools (Power BI), ensuring accuracy and reliability of financial reports, while fostering skill development within the team and ensuring knowledge sharing.

Planning

10. Lead the preparation and consolidation of Nakilat's annual budget, short- and long-term forecasts, ensuring they meet management's requirements and provide comprehensive analysis and explanations.

11. Leads, plans, and directs the preparation of the financial slides for JV Board meeting and present the annual budget to the JV Board where required.

12. Lead and manage the company's financial risk activities, including risk identification, assessment, and mitigation for both new and existing projects. Serve as the Risk Champion, ensuring that financial risk management practices are embedded across the organization and aligned with strategic objectives.

Internal Controls

13. Monitors internal KPI targets and interacts with the different functions for regular performance reviews and evaluation of actual data.

14. Ensure all applicable financial controls are adhered to.

15. Achieve all functional objectives and KPI’s set are in accordance with the approved plans and timeline.

16. Lead, plan, and direct the timely preparation of ad-hoc models and analysis to support operational and strategic business decisions.

17. Support Investor Relations team where required – (dealing with regulatory authorities & shareholders’ inquiries, Nakilat’s Board meetings AGM / EGM and related communications with regulatory authorities, etc.).

Accountabilities - 2

Generic Accountabilities :

Safety, Health, Environment, & Quality (SHEQ)

18. Adhere to all relevant SHEQ policies, procedures, instructions, and controls so that NAKILAT provides a safe, world class, secure and environmentally responsible service to customers, the public and its own people.

19. Ensure policies and procedures for financial planning and management reporting functions are aligned with best practices and continuously improved.

20. Implement approved policies, processes, and procedures, and provide instructions to subordinates to ensure their proper implementation.

Others :

21. Support continuous improvement initiatives within the team to drive efficiency in financial planning & reporting processes.

22. Coordinate and communicate with JV partners / vessel managers / charterers on regular basis.

23. Carry out any other duties as directed by the Financial Planning & Reporting Manager.

Qualifications, Experience and Job Skills

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or any related field
• Specialized Accounting certificates (CPA, ACCA, CA, CMA or equivalent).

Experience :

• Minimum 8 years of related experience in a multinational company in a similar position, preferably in a similar industry.

Job Specific Skills :

• Advanced knowledge of accounting and financial principles and tools. (US GAAP & IFRSs)
• Knowledge of financial concepts and statistical / analytical methods and ability to use data effectively to develop, implement and manage operational plans and actions
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Willingness and ability to roll up your sleeves and build complex models
• Fluency in English essential (written & spoken) and Arabic is preferred.

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PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO QATARI CANDIDATES Lead and oversee the preparation of consolidated group performance reports and variance analyses for management, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. Manage the timely delivery of quarterly, half-year financial statements in line with CSA requirements and accounting standards. Oversee the preparation and consolidation of group and entity level budgets and forecasts, ensuring they are in line with CSA requirements and accounting standards. Accountabilities Key Accountabilities : 1. Lead the preparation and completion of quarterly, half-yearly, and annual financial statements within the required timeline for all wholly owned and JV entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS / US GAAP and Corporate Services Agreements. 2. Lead the preparation and completion of the Group’s consolidated quarterly, half-yearly, and annual financial performance reports and variance analyses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS. 3. Lead and oversee the preparation of consolidated, wholly owned, and JV entities’ Management Information System (MIS) packages for presentation to management, JV partners, and the board. 4. Oversee the timely preparation and presentation of materials for the Board of Directors and provide other required financial analyses to all relevant stakeholders. 5. Present entity and group level performance in the CFO’s quarterly review meeting. 6. Oversee and monitors the planning and manage entity level external auditors for annual statutory audit, half-yearly review and interim audit to ensure that all audit queries are adequately addressed and resolved in a timely manner 7. Analyze and provide insights on the financial performance impacts of organizational initiatives, such as commercial growth, divestment of assets, M&A, financing, and leasing arrangements. 8. Oversee the preparation of the internal vessel technical managing company’s monthly OPEX cost report, providing analysis and commentary on variances. 9. Leads and coordinates the ongoing development and maintenance of the MIS and reporting tools (Power BI), ensuring accuracy and reliability of financial reports, while fostering skill development within the team and ensuring knowledge sharing. Planning 10. Lead the preparation and consolidation of Nakilat's annual budget, short- and long-term forecasts, ensuring they meet management's requirements and provide comprehensive analysis and explanations. 11. Leads, plans, and directs the preparation of the financial slides for JV Board meeting and present the annual budget to the JV Board where required. 12. Lead and manage the company's financial risk activities, including risk identification, assessment, and mitigation for both new and existing projects. Serve as the Risk Champion, ensuring that financial risk management practices are embedded across the organization and aligned with strategic objectives. Internal Controls 13. Monitors internal KPI targets and interacts with the different functions for regular performance reviews and evaluation of actual data. 14. Ensure all applicable financial controls are adhered to. 15. Achieve all functional objectives and KPI’s set are in accordance with the approved plans and timeline. 16. Lead, plan, and direct the timely preparation of ad-hoc models and analysis to support operational and strategic business decisions. 17. Support Investor Relations team where required – (dealing with regulatory authorities & shareholders’ inquiries, Nakilat’s Board meetings AGM / EGM and related communications with regulatory authorities, etc.). Accountabilities - 2 Generic Accountabilities : Safety, Health, Environment, & Quality (SHEQ) 18. Adhere to all relevant SHEQ policies, procedures, instructions, and controls so that NAKILAT provides a safe, world class, secure and environmentally responsible service to customers, the public and its own people. 19. Ensure policies and procedures for financial planning and management reporting functions are aligned with best practices and continuously improved. 20. Implement approved policies, processes, and procedures, and provide instructions to subordinates to ensure their proper implementation. Others : 21. Support continuous improvement initiatives within the team to drive efficiency in financial planning & reporting processes. 22. Coordinate and communicate with JV partners / vessel managers / charterers on regular basis. 23. Carry out any other duties as directed by the Financial Planning & Reporting Manager. Qualifications, Experience and Job Skills Qualifications : Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or any related field Specialized Accounting certificates (CPA, ACCA, CA, CMA or equivalent). Experience : Minimum 8 years of related experience in a multinational company in a similar position, preferably in a similar industry. Job Specific Skills : Advanced knowledge of accounting and financial principles and tools. (US GAAP & IFRSs) Knowledge of financial concepts and statistical / analytical methods and ability to use data effectively to develop, implement and manage operational plans and actions Strong analytical and problem solving skills Willingness and ability to roll up your sleeves and build complex models Fluency in English essential (written & spoken) and Arabic is preferred.

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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

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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!

Role Profile:

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 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.

Functional Context:

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.

Role Accountabilities:

• Define and implement the product strategy, vision, and roadmap for the Core and ICT product portfolio to ensure market leadership, differentiation, and profitable market share growth.

• Forecast and manage technology demands for Core and ICT product development by analyzing customer data, requirements, and emerging technologies to enhance product quality and foster innovation.

• Lead the strategic direction of the product's technical aspects, overseeing architecture, design, and implementation.

• Ensure the achievement of revenue targets profitability of Core and ICT products through strategic planning, efficient deployment, and ongoing optimization efforts.

• Oversee full product lifecycle for Core and ICT segments: conception, road mapping, product development, lifecycle management, and retirement.

• Supervise the design and implementation of technical architecture for Core and ICT products to support portfolio scalability, reliability, and performance.

• Coordinate technical programs including product and engineering teams to improve products and features, quality and relevance.

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams involved in product development and deployment, including engineers, architects, and product managers.

• Drive productization and automation to create a convergent product portfolio that enable product packaging and joint offerings increasing the level of entanglement within the large enterprise and SMB segments.

• Collaborate with teams including Business Accounts, Solutions, and Operations & Services to streamline product development, launch, lifecycle management and customer experience.

• Support Business Accounts team by leveraging product expertise and market insights to strategically position products, address customer inquiries, and solve problems.

• Additionally, contribute to sales efforts by providing support on standardized product offerings.

• Collaborate with Business Solutions to fulfil RFPs, including offering product insights and features, as well as customizing solutions to meet specific needs.

• Collaborate with Operations to ensure seamless delivery and ongoing support of products throughout the customer lifecycle.

• Partner with Planning by providing essential inputs on business cases and financial planning to ensure alignment with overarching business objectives.

• Foster strong relationship with key stakeholders, technology providers (internal and external), hardware manufacturers, telco equipment suppliers and hyperscalers to enhance OQ product offering and expand market reach.

• Define, monitor, and analyze product performance metrics to make data-driven decisions that continuously improve product offerings.

• Ensure the quality, reliability, and security of products through robust testing and quality assurance processes.

• Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies and incorporate insights into product development and strategy.

• Drive innovation and evolution across department focusing on immediate improvement of processes, methods and next generation of capabilities (e.g. machine learning, AI, IoT, blockchain). • Determine resource requirements for product development initiatives, including personnel, technology, and other assets.

• Builds and leads a high-performing product team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support. • Identify and mitigate risks associated with product development and portfolio management.

Minimum Entry Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration in Computer Science or Engineering or Marketing

Minimum Experience, Essential Knowledge & Skills:

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

Proven expertise in product, technology, and people management within the telecommunications industry, with deep knowledge of core and ICT technologies.

Experience in launching and managing products and services is essential, fixed and mobile connectivity B2B telecom offerings, cloud infrastructure, and security are essential.

Knowledge and interest in the Data and AI domain is a strong plus.

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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

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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! Role Profile: 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 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. Functional Context: 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. Role Accountabilities: • Define and implement the product strategy, vision, and roadmap for the Core and ICT product portfolio to ensure market leadership, differentiation, and profitable market share growth. • Forecast and manage technology demands for Core and ICT product development by analyzing customer data, requirements, and emerging technologies to enhance product quality and foster innovation. • Lead the strategic direction of the product's technical aspects, overseeing architecture, design, and implementation. • Ensure the achievement of revenue targets profitability of Core and ICT products through strategic planning, efficient deployment, and ongoing optimization efforts. • Oversee full product lifecycle for Core and ICT segments: conception, road mapping, product development, lifecycle management, and retirement. • Supervise the design and implementation of technical architecture for Core and ICT products to support portfolio scalability, reliability, and performance. • Coordinate technical programs including product and engineering teams to improve products and features, quality and relevance. • Provide technical leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams involved in product development and deployment, including engineers, architects, and product managers. • Drive productization and automation to create a convergent product portfolio that enable product packaging and joint offerings increasing the level of entanglement within the large enterprise and SMB segments. • Collaborate with teams including Business Accounts, Solutions, and Operations & Services to streamline product development, launch, lifecycle management and customer experience. • Support Business Accounts team by leveraging product expertise and market insights to strategically position products, address customer inquiries, and solve problems. • Additionally, contribute to sales efforts by providing support on standardized product offerings. • Collaborate with Business Solutions to fulfil RFPs, including offering product insights and features, as well as customizing solutions to meet specific needs. • Collaborate with Operations to ensure seamless delivery and ongoing support of products throughout the customer lifecycle. • Partner with Planning by providing essential inputs on business cases and financial planning to ensure alignment with overarching business objectives. • Foster strong relationship with key stakeholders, technology providers (internal and external), hardware manufacturers, telco equipment suppliers and hyperscalers to enhance OQ product offering and expand market reach. • Define, monitor, and analyze product performance metrics to make data-driven decisions that continuously improve product offerings. • Ensure the quality, reliability, and security of products through robust testing and quality assurance processes. • Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies and incorporate insights into product development and strategy. • Drive innovation and evolution across department focusing on immediate improvement of processes, methods and next generation of capabilities (e.g. machine learning, AI, IoT, blockchain). • Determine resource requirements for product development initiatives, including personnel, technology, and other assets. • Builds and leads a high-performing product team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support. • Identify and mitigate risks associated with product development and portfolio management. Minimum Entry Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration in Computer Science or Engineering or Marketing Minimum Experience, Essential Knowledge & Skills: 12 years' experience in a similar role. At least 5 years in leadership. Proven expertise in product, technology, and people management within the telecommunications industry, with deep knowledge of core and ICT technologies. Experience in launching and managing products and services is essential, fixed and mobile connectivity B2B telecom offerings, cloud infrastructure, and security are essential. Knowledge and interest in the Data and AI domain is a strong plus.

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