Project Manager (Education Sector | Deployment & Onboarding)

The Project Manager will oversee the deployment, onboarding, and training of teachers and staff, ensuring alignment with program goals and timelines. Responsibilities include developing detailed project plans, coordinating with cross-functional teams, leading training programs, managing stakeholder communications, addressing risks and issues, and ensuring quality performance standards. The role requires experience in managing large-scale educational programs, expertise in project management, and proficiency in communication, with a focus on achieving seamless integration of staff and teacher readiness by Day 1.

Job Description & Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Coordination

• Develop comprehensive plans for the deployment, onboarding, and training of staff and teachers for the Day 1 Program, ensuring alignment with the program's goals and timelines.
• Identify key milestones for staff readiness and integration into the school environment, ensuring all requirements are clearly defined and met.
• Collaborate with recruitment and HR teams to ensure staffing plans are aligned with program objectives and timelines.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (facilities, curriculum, transport) to ensure that staff and teacher-related activities integrate seamlessly with other program components.
• Create and review executive reports and adopt necessary management recommendations.

Staff and Teacher Deployment and Onboarding

• Oversee the onboarding process for teachers and support staff, including orientation and preparation for the first day of school.
• Ensure the deployment of staff and teachers across schools adheres to program timelines and readiness requirements.
• Support the smooth integration of teachers and staff into their respective schools, ensuring alignment with program goals and expectations.

Training and Capacity Building

• Lead the development and implementation of training programs for teachers and staff, ensuring readiness for Day 1 operations and alignment with the program's strategic vision.
• Collaborate with education teams to deliver targeted workshops, seminars, and learning sessions for staff and teachers.
• Monitor the effectiveness of training programs, collecting feedback for continuous improvement.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

• Serve as the primary liaison between the program and stakeholders related to staff and teachers, including departments, training providers, and school administration.
• Conduct regular meetings with stakeholders to resolve issues, align on readiness requirements, and maintain transparency on training and deployment progress.
• Prepare and present progress reports, highlighting risks, challenges, and mitigation plans related to staff and teacher readiness.

Risk and Issue Management

• Identify and address potential risks and issues related to teacher and staff readiness, ensuring timely resolution to avoid disruptions to program objectives.
• Maintain a risk register focused on deployment and onboarding challenges, actively monitoring and mitigating risks.

Quality and Performance Monitoring

• Ensure onboarding and training processes meet quality standards and align with program goals.
• Develop and implement metrics to measure staff and teacher readiness, ensuring alignment with performance benchmarks.

Continuous Improvement and Innovation

• Analyze lessons learned from past programs to enhance future planning and execution related to staff and teacher readiness.
• Stay informed of best practices in teacher training and onboarding, incorporating innovative approaches to improve program outcomes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in education, Project Management, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in project management roles focused on educational program delivery.
• Accredited relevant professional certification (e.g., CCMP, PMP, CPLP, PHR, SPHR).
• Proven experience managing large-scale education programs, particularly those requiring staff onboarding and training.
• Strong skills in project planning, scheduling, and resource management.
• Experience in monitoring key performance indicators and ensuring alignment with program objectives.
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving challenges related to teacher readiness.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a high-pressure, time-sensitive environment.
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office; program/project management software (MS Project, etc.), Power BI.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (Arabic and English).