Data & AI Project Lead

Job Description-

Role Overview Data & AI Project Lead

Experience - 12 years

Location- Qatar

Key Responsibilities
End-to-end ownership of project delivery including planning execution governance and closure.
Manage and engage multiple stakeholders across business units IT teams and external partners.
Drive project governance using Agile methodologies including sprint planning backlog management and progress tracking through JIRA.
Facilitate Project Review Working Groups ensuring timely updates risk mitigation and effective decision-making.
Oversee vendor coordination and ensure adherence to agreed timelines budgets and quality standards.
Monitor project dependencies risks issues and escalations across multiple workstreams.
Ensure successful delivery of Data Analytics Governance and AI-related initiatives aligned with business objectives.
Required Skills and Experience
Minimum 12 years of experience managing large-scale Data and AI projects preferably within banking or financial services.
Strong technical understanding of data platforms analytics ecosystems and AI-driven solutions.
Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder environments and deliver programs under tight timelines.
Hands-on expertise in Agile project management JIRA and collaboration tools.
Strong communication leadership and vendor management skills.
GCC and/or Qatar banking experience is highly desirable.
Evaluation Criteria
Submitted profiles will be assessed based on
Relevance and depth of Data Analytics and AI project experience.
Demonstrated leadership in large-scale and complex transformation programs.
Banking / financial services domain exposure preferably within Qatar or the GCC.
Hands-on experience with Agile delivery methodologies and JIRA.
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and vendors effectively.
Availability to support immediate project timelines.