Who are we?

Outsized is a high-growth, well-funded disruptor in the fast-evolving talent economy. We focus on full-time contracts (remote or onsite), typically between 1–12 months. We help our talent upskill, so they have better chances of landing their dream projects and charge fair rates. Outsized members have access to an exclusive Community where they can connect with peers and experts, take part in live events, and find project collaborators.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for highly skilled Payments Program Managers in the MENA region. These roles are ideal for seasoned professionals with a strong background in program management, transformation initiatives, and payments systems who are eager to work with leading consulting firms and enterprise clients.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering strategic, high-impact programs and will be instrumental in shaping business outcomes through innovation, stakeholder collaboration, and data-driven decision-making.

Role & Responsibilities:

Program Assessment and Planning

• Understand client business goals and competitive landscape
• Identify and assess risks and opportunities through data and market insights
• Build business cases using benchmarking, payment data, and industry best practices
• Translate market trends into actionable strategies for client transformation

Deployment and Implementation of Initiatives

• Establish a centralized Center of Engagement for streamlined program coordination.
• Execute high-priority initiatives with a focus on quality and client impact.
• Deploy tailored solutions combining consulting services and payments tools.
• Align internal, client, and third-party resources to ensure delivery excellence.
• Collaborate with Product and Account teams to refine and optimize offerings.

Monitoring and Ongoing Analysis:

• Track performance metrics, KPIs, and key deliverables across workstreams.
• Develop dashboards for real-time progress visibility and value realization.
• Manage a client control tower to support agile decision-making.
• Provide regular intelligence updates and competitive benchmarkings.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business, Technology, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience managing large-scale transformation or payments programs.
• Deep expertise in payments, banking operations, and digital ecosystems.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stream programs with high impact.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High energy, proactive mindset, and results-oriented approach.

Duration: Project under this opportunity typically lasts between 6–12 months with potential for extension, depending on client needs and performance.