Program Delivery Manager — Unity Skills Development Programs (UAE, Contract Position)

<p><strong>The opportunity</strong><br>Unity is expanding its Skills Development Programs (SDP) across the Middle East , and we’re hiring a Program Delivery Manager (Contract) based in Abu Dhabi to lead delivery and regional execution.</p> <p>As part of Unity’s Customer Success organisation, the SDP team designs and delivers strategic upskilling programs that develop local talent, support economic diversification, and grow sustainable digital ecosystems. These programs are delivered in close partnership with government entities, academic institutions, and industry, aligning Unity’s real-time 3D tools and training with national transformation and workforce development agendas.</p> <p>This role offers a unique opportunity to help shape Unity’s long-term impact in the Middle East, supporting national skills strategies and empowering the next generation of creators, developers, and technologists.</p> <p><strong>What you'll be doing</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead the delivery and operational execution of Skills Development Programs across the Middle East.</li> <li>Act as the regional owner for program delivery, coordinating with Unity’s global teams across Customer Success, Education, Sales, and Product.</li> <li>Partner closely with government stakeholders, public-sector entities, universities, and industry partners to deliver high-impact training initiatives.</li> <li>Localise global program frameworks to meet regional priorities, cultural context, and language requirements.</li> <li>Oversee program governance, timelines, risks, and reporting, ensuring high-quality delivery against agreed KPIs.</li> </ul> <p><strong>What we're looking for</strong></p> <ul> <li>Proven experience delivering large-scale training, education, or workforce development programs, ideally in partnership with government or public-sector organisations.</li> <li>Strong program delivery and operations capabilities, including stakeholder coordination, execution, and reporting.</li> <li>Experience working in the Middle East, with an understanding of public-sector, education, or national skilling initiatives.</li> <li>Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken and written) is required.</li> <li>Ability to operate effectively in complex, multi-stakeholder environments, balancing local needs with global program goal</li> </ul> <p><strong>You might also have</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience with real-time 3D, gaming, simulation, digital twins, or interactive media.</li> <li>Familiarity with government-funded education, employment, or digital transformation programs in the UAE or wider GCC.</li> <li>Experience scaling programs across multiple institutions, regions, or cultural contexts.</li> <li>Knowledge of Unity products or similar digital creation platforms.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Additional information</strong></p> <ul> <li>Relocation support is not available for this position</li> </ul> <p><strong>Benefits</strong><br>At Unity, we want our team members to thrive. We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support well-being and work-life balance.</p> <p>Please note: Benefits eligibility, specific offerings, and coverage vary based on the country and employment status.</p> <p>While specific benefits vary, here are some of the ways we strive to take care of our eligible team members globally: Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance | Commute subsidy | Employee stock ownership | Competitive retirement/pension plans | Generous vacation and personal days | Support for new parents through leave and family-care programs | Office food snacks | Mental Health and Wellbeing programs and support | Employee Resource Groups | Global Employee Assistance Program | Training and development programs | Volunteering and donation matching program</p> <p><strong>Life at Unity</strong></p> <p>Unity [NYSE: U] is the world’s leading game engine, powering play for more than 3 billion consumers each month. The top mobile games in the world, the most played PC indie titles, the most ... (truncated, view full listing at source)