Turner & Townsend
Director - Stakeholder & Interface
Job description
We're looking for an experienced Director - Stakeholder & Interface Lead to join our organization in Cairo, Egypt. In this strategic leadership role, you will take ownership of program-wide stakeholder relationship management and interface coordination, serving as the critical link that ensures seamless alignment across all project initiatives. You will be responsible for identifying, managing, and resolving cross-project dependencies while fostering collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. This position requires a decisive, visionary leader who can navigate complex organizational dynamics and drive strategic coordination across multiple teams and initiatives.
- Develop and execute a comprehensive stakeholder engagement strategy that aligns with program objectives and organizational goals
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across all levels of the organization and external partners
- Coordinate interface management activities to ensure effective communication and collaboration between project teams
- Identify, analyze, and resolve cross-project dependencies and potential conflicts proactively
- Facilitate alignment meetings and forums to ensure all stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the program lifecycle
- Monitor stakeholder satisfaction and engagement levels, implementing corrective actions as needed
- Create and maintain stakeholder communication plans and interface documentation
- Lead the development of governance structures and decision-making frameworks for program-wide coordination
- Provide strategic guidance on stakeholder priorities and ensure program adjustments reflect stakeholder needs
- Report on stakeholder engagement metrics and interface coordination effectiveness to senior leadership
- Mentor and support team members involved in stakeholder management and interface coordination activities
- Minimum 10 years of experience in stakeholder management, program coordination, or related leadership roles
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex, multi-stakeholder environments
- Strong expertise in cross-functional coordination and dependency management
- Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts and build consensus among diverse groups
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for different audiences
- Experience developing and implementing stakeholder engagement strategies
- Proficiency in program or project management methodologies and frameworks
- Strong analytical and strategic planning capabilities
- Experience working in matrix organizational structures
- Familiarity with stakeholder engagement tools and techniques
- Preferred: Experience in large-scale, multi-disciplinary programs or initiatives
- Preferred: Knowledge of interface management best practices and standards
- Preferred: Experience in the Cairo, Egypt business environment or similar regional contexts
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com
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