14 Qatar Investment Authority jobs in Qatar

Overview

At Faithful Executive, we pride ourselves on connecting exceptional talent with outstanding opportunities across the Middle East. Our commitment to excellence and trust makes us a key partner for both clients and candidates.

We are currently recruiting on behalf of one of our partners in the hospitality sector, as part of a diversified group with investments spanning properties, restaurants, and luxury experiences. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a strong leader to take ownership of the planning and performance function through the following role:

Position: Group Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager

Location: Doha, Qatar

• Lead the annual budgeting process, including the development of financial models and forecasts
• Collaborate with department heads and subsidiary managers to prepare and consolidate budgets aligned with strategic objectives
• Develop and maintain dynamic financial models to forecast company performance
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management and stakeholders
• Analyze variances between actual and budgeted results, providing insights and recommendations for improvement
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis of operations, identifying trends and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Evaluate potential investments, mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic opportunities
• Support decision-making through rigorous financial analysis and business case development
• Provide financial input and analysis for strategic initiatives and projects
• Monitor and assess the financial impact of strategic decisions on performance
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in FP&A
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, standards, and internal policies

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA or CFA preferred)
• 5–7 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, ideally within real estate, hospitality, or restaurant industries
• Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging senior stakeholders
• Proficiency in financial software and tools, including advanced Excel; ERP experience is a plus
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-business environment and manage competing priorities
• Preferred: Background in hotel management at a managerial level with strong financial modeling and presentation skills

If you are looking to join a dynamic, multi-sector group in a strategic FP&A leadership position, please send your CV to .

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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

The Financial Planning and Analysis Manager is responsible for financial modeling related to industry and regional competitive intelligence, strategic planning, cash management, and treasury projects. This role oversees Group management and statutory reporting, including monthly and quarterly reports, budgets, and forecasts, along with in-depth analysis of key metrics to support senior management in delivering the Group's financial performance.

Job Responsibilities

1. Develop business planning processes, prepare reports, and analyze key financial metrics.
2. Deliver in-depth financial analysis and narratives for operational and strategic decision-making.
3. Analyze financial models for industry and regional intelligence, strategic planning, and cash management.
4. Design drivers-based plans and provide analytical support to leadership.
5. Ensure robust forecasting processes with stakeholder input.
6. Prepare budgets, forecasts, executive reports, and evaluate business opportunities aligned with strategic goals.
7. Collaborate with operational teams to meet business objectives and develop proposals.
8. Assist in modeling acquisitions and provide commercial guidance.
9. Develop models for strategic plans and transactions.
10. Work with department heads and HR to optimize results.
11. Provide insights into budgeting and strategic planning processes.
12. Engage closely with the CFO to facilitate business interactions.
13. Perform ad hoc analyses and oversee financial systems implementation.

Additional Responsibilities

1. Prepare annual budgets and monthly forecasts, monitor reconciliations.
2. Develop financial plans, conduct comparative analyses, and prepare annual budgets.
3. Coordinate with business units and managers to enhance financial support.
4. Report on income and expenses, compile financial data, and prepare final reports.
5. Develop consolidated forecasts in collaboration with sales and operations teams.
6. Evaluate financial results and conduct commercial analyses.

Job Knowledge & Skills

• Deep knowledge of IFRS and regulatory requirements.
• Experience working with executive teams.
• Proficiency with the latest accounting tools/software.
• Understanding of auditing, risk management, and control processes.
• Strong grasp of finance and accounting principles.
• Knowledge of financial reporting, audit quality, and industry specifics, especially in construction and the Middle East.
• ERP experience, preferably SAP.

Job Experience

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, including 5 years in supervisory roles, with GCC experience as a plus.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounts and Finance.
• Professional qualification such as CA or CMA.

Job Description:

The Financial Planning and Analysis Manager is responsible for financial modeling for reporting of industry and regional competitive intelligence, strategic planning, cash management, and treasury-related projects. This role will take full responsibility for the Group management and statutory reporting which includes monthly and quarterly reporting, budgets and forecasting as well as in-depth analysis of key metrics thus supporting senior management with the delivery of the Group financial performance

Responsibilities:

• Prepare yearly budgeting and monthly forecasts and coordinate with senior management and monitor reconciliation of buying requisitions.
• Develop financial plans perform comparative analyses and prepare an annual budget.
• Coordinate with business units and managers and makes recommendations to enhance financial support to all plans
• Prepare reports on income and expenses of the Company, coordinates with various departments and compiles all financial data, and prepares final financial reports.
• Develop consolidated forecasts, and coordinates with various sales and operation team to develop financial forecasts.
• Evaluate all financial results and associated reporting, conduct financial and commercial studies to develop analyses
• Pointer reconciliation of buying requisitions.
• Develop financial plans perform comparative analyses and prepare an annual budget.
• Coordinate with business units and managers and makes recommendations to enhance financial support to all plans
• Prepare reports on income and expenses of the Company, coordinates with various departments and compiles all financial data, and prepares final financial reports.
• Develop consolidated forecasts, and coordinates with various sales and operation team to develop financial forecasts.
• Evaluate all financial results and associated reporting, conduct financial and commercial studies to develop analyses

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.