About the job
Job Purpose The GRC Project Manager (PMO) plays a critical role within the Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) function, leading the planning, coordination, and delivery of strategic GRC initiatives across the Group. This role is responsible for ensuring governance frameworks, risk management programs, compliance initiatives, policies, and operating model transformation projects are delivered effectively, on time, and in alignment with organizational objectives. The role requires a strong project management professional with experience in governance, risk, compliance, PMO, or organizational transformation environments, and the ability to work closely with senior executives and cross-functional stakeholder

Key Responsibilities1. Project Planning & Delivery Develop and manage project plans, timelines, milestones, and delivery roadmaps for GRC initiatives. Monitor project progress, risks, dependencies, and deliverables across multiple workstreams. Coordinate the implementation of governance frameworks, policies, SOPs, and compliance programs. Manage external consultants and vendors, ensuring quality and timely delivery of agreed outcomes.2. Governance & Transformation Support Support the implementation of Governance, Risk & Compliance Target Operating Model (TOM) initiatives. Coordinate the development and rollout of governance frameworks, Delegation of Authority structures, policies, and procedures. Facilitate collaboration across business units to ensure successful adoption of GRC initiatives.3. Stakeholder Management & Reporting Prepare executive dashboards, project status reports, and presentations for senior leadership. Act as a key liaison between GRC leadership, business functions, and external advisors. Identify, track, and escalate project risks and issues with recommended mitigation plans. Support governance committees, steering committees, and cross-functional project forums.4. Budget & Resource Coordination Track project budgets, consultant spend, and resource allocation. Support procurement activities related to GRC tools, systems, and professional services. Coordinate with Finance, HR, and business stakeholders on project resource requirements.
Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Risk Management, Engineering, or a related field.7–10 years of professional experience, including at least 5 years in Project Management, PMO, Governance, Risk, Compliance, or Transformation programs. Experience managing enterprise-wide initiatives and engaging with senior stakeholders. Professional fluency in English and Arabic PMP, or PgMP, or PRINCE2 Practitioner (Required). CGRC or other recognized Governance, Risk & Compliance certifications (highly preferred).