Assistant Manager - Communication Planning (Qatarization)

About QNB Group

Founded in 1964 as Qatar’s first domestically owned commercial bank, QNB Group has expanded into the largest banking institution in the Middle East and Africa. Through its subsidiaries and associate companies, the group now operates across more than 31 countries on three continents, offering a wide range of modern financial products and services. It employs over 28,000 people, serves up to 20 million customers, and runs through around 1,000 locations supported by an ATM network of 4,300 machines.

The bank has consistently held strong regional credit ratings from major agencies such as Standard & Poor’s (A), Moody’s (Aa3), and Fitch (A+). It has also received multiple awards from leading international financial publications. Supported by strong financial results and continued global growth, QNB is recognized by Brand Finance Magazine as the most valuable banking brand in the Middle East and Africa. The group also maintains an active community program and supports social, educational, and sporting initiatives.

Role Summary

The Assistant Manager will help drive strategic direction for important transformation initiatives and commercial partnerships within GCD and the wider QNB Group, working under the guidance of the Vice President of Special Projects. The role focuses on keeping project outcomes aligned with the agreed scope, coordinating with different units within GCD, and making sure deliverables are completed on time and as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the execution of project charters and provide regular progress updates on special project management activities.
• Support the delivery of commercial partnership agreements, track their impact, and keep stakeholders informed with ongoing reporting.
• Work closely with commercial partners and rights holders to ensure agreed obligations are met and the project stays on schedule.
• Put project plans and roadmaps into action, including budget and timeline management for successful delivery.
• Coordinate internal and external contributors to ensure smooth and effective project execution.
• Identify possible risks and brief senior management on changes affecting scope, schedule, or cost.
• Partner with internal GCD teams to deliver projects that are impactful and aligned with established objectives.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and third-party suppliers, ensuring follow-up and continuity.
• Support the preparation, documentation, and implementation of unit policies and procedures that define effective project management principles, methods, and techniques.

Requirements

• A university degree in business, advertising, marketing, or a closely related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in marketing.
• Strong spoken and written communication skills in English; Arabic is preferred.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team while closely tracking project plans and implementation.
• Strong follow-through and initiative management abilities.
• Good planning and organizing skills.
• Comfort working with teams from different cultural backgrounds.

Documents Required

• Resume or CV
• QID
• Educational certificate
• Passport

Additional Information

This role is based in Doha, Qatar and is a full-time onsite position. The posting indicates a Qatarization-focused role. No salary, vacancy count, or start date was specified in the source information.