Service Governance Specialist
Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates · Full Time
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- Experience
- 8–10 yrs
- Salary
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- Openings
- 1
- Posted
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- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Eligibility
- This role is open to UAE Nationals and expatriates with the required experience levels, specifically 8+ years for UAE Nationals and 10+ years for expatriates in IT service governance or related fields.
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Job description
Overview
Ankabut, UAE’s National Research & Education Network, seeks a seasoned Service Governance Specialist to join its Governance, Risk & Compliance division. This pivotal role focuses on establishing and refining the IT Service Governance Framework to ensure reliable, compliant, and high-quality IT service delivery across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement, govern, and enhance IT Service Management (ITSM) methodologies in line with ITIL 4, ISO 20000, and COBIT standards.
- Oversee monitoring and management of Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Operational Level Agreements (OLAs), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and other service metrics.
- Lead Continuous Service Improvement (CSI) activities and uphold service quality assurance.
- Prepare governance reports and ensure readiness for audits and compliance measures.
- Manage service catalog, Configuration Management Database (CMDB), knowledge repositories, and incident, change, and problem management processes.
- Evaluate vendor performance to ensure contractual service levels are met.
- Contribute to enterprise risk management efforts and maintain compliance with IT General Controls (ITGC).
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- ITIL 4 Foundation Certification mandatory; Managing Professional or Strategic Leader certifications are advantageous.
- ISO/IEC 20000 Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor certification is required.
- Familiarity with ISO 27001, ISO 22301, and COBIT 2019 frameworks.
- Hands-on experience using ITSM tools such as ServiceNow, ManageEngine, or Freshworks.
- For UAE Nationals: Minimum of 8 years in IT Service Management, Service Governance, or IT Governance, Risk & Compliance roles.
- For expatriates: At least 10 years of relevant experience coupled with a proven history in deploying and managing ITSM frameworks within enterprises.
Additional Information
This is a full-time, onsite position located in the Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates. Candidates passionate about improving service excellence, governance, and compliance while driving operational maturity are encouraged to apply.
Minimum education
Bachelor's Degree