Project Specialist - dnata Cargo

Job Purpose dnata is more than a global air and travel services provider. We connect people with possibilities and opportunities across 130+ airports in 34 countries through ground handling, cargo, travel, and catering & retail services. Our purpose is clear: to deliver on the promises our customers make. We are powered by a bold vision to be the world’s most admired air and travel services provider, which guides our strategy, culture, and every role across our teams. Our core values fuel everything we do: we are safe, we play to win, we respect everyone and work together as a team, and we are future thinking. At dnata, we foster diversity, nurture ambition, and celebrate achievement. If you're inspired by purpose and motivated to be part of a global team shaping the future of aviation and travel, we’d love to have you onboard. Project Specialist – dnata Cargo As a Project Specialist – dnata Cargo, you will be responsible for a dynamic portfolio of projects across dnata Cargo from inception to successful implementation and adoption. Manage internal and external stakeholders including customers and vendors. Responsibilities
Responsible for a dynamic portfolio of projects across Emirates Group from inception to successful implementation and adoption. Manage internal and external stakeholders including customers and vendors. Manages a number of strategic business projects across Emirates Group in compliance with practices, standards and processes defined by departmental and corporate PMO guidelines Organises multiple projects/ priorities by breaking down into project plan assessing how much effort a particular task or project is going to take and assigns resources accordingly Leads, inspires and motivates diverse and cross-functional team members, assesses performance, and coaches / supports them Champions relationships across team members and wider stakeholders to help drive business value Acts as an SME and support, coach and develop others across the company Inspires team to remain focused despite challenges and setbacks. Resolves differences across the different stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery Provides insight in the project area and pulls together best practices and SMEs to help drive solutions to problems Identifying, supporting and delivering business process improvement opportunities and facilitating subsequent change management activities Shapes our strategy through insightful and innovative recommendations Reviews strategic project portfolio providing insights on progress and performance to enable management decisions Commits to ensuring project deliverables are met and recognises when alternatives need to be considered and changes approach when necessary Assesses the impact of change, risks and interdependencies and develops change management plan to insure successful delivery Proactively manages project risks and ensure associated mitigation strategies are designed, agreed and implemented with respective stakeholders Understands the role of a project in the greater business context and reflects this in their day-to‑day project management Focuses on business value and quantifies project benefits using standard financial tools and approaches Takes calculated risks and learns from mistakes Tailors approach and ways of working where necessary finding innovative ways to solve problems.
Qualifications
6-8 years of experience in project management, business improvement or productivity, management consultancy or technology. Degree in quantitative discipline such as business administrations / IT / Engineering / Economics / Sciences
Preferred Qualifications
Certification in CAPM and/or PMP and/or PRINCE 2 Practitioner preferred Certification in Lean and/or Six Sigma a plus Ability to quickly grasp new business concepts, understand organizational issues and challenges and understand dependencies across businesses Strong ability to facilitate dialogue and influence a range of stakeholders, including senior executives Advanced planning and organizing skills Advanced data collection and analysis skills Proficient budgeting, business case and cost control knowledge
Benefits Join us in a management role and enjoy an attractive tax‑free salary. On top of our generous travel benefits, including discounted flights and hotel stays around the world, this managerial role also has an excellent leave and healthcare package. That’s on top of transport benefits, life insurance and more. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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