Job description

Associate Program Manager Job



Date:  20 Jul 2026



Custom Field 1:  121428



Location: 

Riyadh, SA

Job Description

OVERVIEW

Job Title

Associate Program Manager

Job Code

121428

Grade

I4

Group

Integrated Solutions Group

Division

Digital solutions

Department

Custom Solutions & Managed Services

Unit

ROLE PURPOSE

The aim is to state the overall significance of the job from the organization’s perspective.

The role exists to lead and manage project and program delivery activities by planning, organizing, controlling, and overseeing all key aspects of execution to ensure objectives are achieved within the agreed timeline, budget, scope, and available resources. The role contributes to Elm’s strategic and operational objectives by driving structured delivery, managing risks and stakeholders, monitoring performance, and ensuring that projects are executed in accordance with Elm’s approved policies, procedures, and governance standards.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIES

This section describes the principal outputs required from the job.

Key Accountabilities

Key Activities

1. Program Planning and Objective Setting

• Lead the identification and definition of program and project objectives, success criteria, and acceptance measures.
• Develop comprehensive execution plans to achieve defined objectives, deliverables, and expected business outcomes.
• Ensure project and program plans are aligned with organizational goals, stakeholder expectations, and approved priorities.

1. Budgeting and Cost Control

• Prepare program and project budgets based on approved scope, resources, and delivery requirements.
• Track program and project costs to ensure proper budget coverage and financial control.
• Monitor budget utilization, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions to support cost efficiency.

1. Program Delivery and Execution Control

• Lead assigned program and project delivery activities to ensure execution within agreed scope, timeline, budget, and quality standards.
• Utilize project management methodologies, tools, and governance practices to track milestones, deliverables, and dependencies.
• Coordinate delivery activities across workstreams to ensure progress, alignment, and timely completion.

1. Risk, Issue, and Dependency Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks that may impact program or project delivery.
• Resolve or escalate issues and roadblocks to ensure continuity and successful delivery
• Conduct program assessments, including risk analysis, resource allocation review, and timeline validation. Act as a coordination point between business and technical teams to facilitate smooth collaboration.

1. Stakeholder Management

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including executives, department heads, project teams, and relevant business owners.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to gather requirements, validate expectations, and ensure alignment throughout the program lifecycle.
  

1. Communication and Collaboration

• Communicate project updates, progress, risks, and decisions clearly to relevant stakeholders and governance forums.
• Foster collaboration among project team members, business stakeholders, and supporting functions.
• Ensure all stakeholders remain informed of project status, key dependencies, required actions, and upcoming milestones.

1. Project Governance and Performance Monitoring

• Monitor project and program performance against approved plans, KPIs, milestones, and deliverables.
• Ensure project documentation, updates, and governance requirements are maintained accurately and consistently.
• Support compliance with project management standards, reporting cycles, and internal approval processes.

1. Program Evaluation and Reporting

• Conduct program and project evaluations to assess outcomes, identify lessons learned, and drive continuous improvement.
• Prepare comprehensive reports including progress updates, key metrics, achievements, challenges, risks, and recommendations.
• Present project status, outcomes, and improvement recommendations to management and relevant stakeholders.

1. Policies, Processes & Procedures

• Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
• Comply with all relevant safety, quality, and environmental management policies, procedures, and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.

1. Information Security

• Comply with all relevant information security practices and standards to ensure data integrity and confidentiality.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Academic and professional qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Professional certification in project management or program management is preferred.

Years and Nature of Experience

• 6 - 8 years of relevant experience in project management, program management, project delivery, service delivery, or a related industry.
• Experience in leading complex projects or programs, managing budgets, controlling delivery performance, coordinating stakeholders, managing risks and issues, and preparing executive-level reports.

Job Segment: Program Manager, Project Manager, Information Security, Information Systems, Manager, Management, Technology

Preferred candidate

Years of experience

No experience required

Degree

Bachelor's degree / higher diploma