The Role
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to manage organisation of key client projects in our learning department.
You will be responsible for the coordination, control and completion of the capacity building training projects (customised workshops), while remaining aligned with the strategy, commitments and goals of the organisation. You will work directly with our clients to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget.
You will coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for a flawless execution of projects on-time.
You Are
A proactive team player who is skilled at getting the best out of the projects that you oversee. Good at multitasking and an adaptable problem solver with exceptional attention to detail that works well under pressure.
Minimum Job Qualifications
- Practical project management knowledge and experience
- Native English speaker or equivalent level
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate field of study
Desired Extras
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
- Fluent in Arabic
About Knowledge E
Established in 2012, Knowledge E’s name was fast to become synonymous with collaboration, professionalism and innovation. Head-quartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and supported by a team of 30 highly engaged professionals, Knowledge E works closely with over 100 clients world-wide from various types of organisations and government entities within the research and education sector to support their continued innovation and development. This is achieved by providing leading expertise, information resources and software solutions. Since its inception, Knowledge E has prudently expanded its expertise, services and technology in line with its vision of developing ‘a more knowledgeable world’.
Knowledge E’s three core offerings are the 3D’s; ‘Discover’, ‘Develop’ and ‘Disseminate’. ‘Discover’ through the KnE Digital Library Solutions powered by Zendy for research literature discovery, as well as tailored content packages; ‘Develop’ through the KnE Learning Programmes, supporting capacity building and skills development within academia as well as the KnE Consulting Projects, serving universities on their mission to become ‘world-class universities’; and ‘Disseminate’ through the KnE Publishing Services and the platform for Open Access publishing of regional journals and conference proceedings.
We are now extending the team in Dubai with a Project Manager – Learning. We are looking for team members who are passionate about their work and get things done. We invest in people and technologies that help us deliver great services and experiences, and we expect any applicant to be very service minded. We offer a competitive compensation, including great benefits like healthcare, housing allowance and more. We are based in the easily accessible X2 Tower in Jumeirah Lakes Towers, 5 minutes by foot from the metro, with splendid views over Dubai.
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to hr@knowledgee.com.