Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.comJob DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Risk, Assurance & Performance to join our organization in Cairo, Egypt. In this pivotal leadership role, you will oversee the Program Management Office's (PMO) risk management, independent assurance, and performance evaluation functions. You will be responsible for proactively identifying organizational risks, implementing robust assurance frameworks, and driving continuous improvement across all program initiatives. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional analytical capabilities, decisive leadership, and a visionary approach to enterprise risk management.Lead and direct the PMO's risk management function, including risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring across all program portfoliosEstablish and maintain independent assurance processes to ensure program compliance, quality standards, and adherence to organizational policiesDevelop and implement comprehensive performance evaluation frameworks that measure program effectiveness and organizational impactProactively identify emerging risks and vulnerabilities, providing strategic recommendations to senior leadership for risk mitigationDesign and oversee key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track program performance and organizational objectivesManage and mentor a team of risk and assurance professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellencePrepare and present detailed risk, assurance, and performance reports to executive leadership and stakeholdersCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate risk management and performance evaluation into program planning and executionDevelop and maintain risk management policies, procedures, and documentation aligned with industry best practicesDrive organizational learning initiatives focused on risk awareness and performance optimizationQualifications**Required Qualifications:**Minimum 10 years of professional experience in risk management, assurance, internal audit, or program managementProven leadership experience managing and developing high-performing teamsAdvanced knowledge of risk management frameworks, methodologies, and best practicesStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret complex dataDemonstrated expertise in developing and monitoring performance metrics and KPIsExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to senior executivesProficiency in program and project management principles and practicesExperience with risk assessment tools and performance management software**Preferred Qualifications:**Direct experience working within a Program Management Office (PMO) environmentBackground in enterprise risk management (ERM) or organizational governanceFamiliarity with assurance standards and frameworks (ISO 31000, COSO, or similar)Experience managing stakeholders in matrix organizational structuresKnowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements relevant to program managementExperience with data analysis and business intelligence toolsAdditional InformationOur inspired people share our vision and mission. 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