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<div>Overview:
<p>
Are you interested in joining a dynamic and international team of professionals to transform education?<b> IE Corporate &amp; Special Programs</b> is looking for an <b>Program Coordinator </b>to join its team!</p><div></div><div><br>
The Program Coordinator is responsible for the delivery and day-to-day management of projects and activities relating to IE&rsquo;s corporate programs mostly with programs in the Middle East, but also in other regions.This comprises serving as the key interface between participants, professors, and multiple IE departments; coordinating a variety of tasks and program components, managing communication flows; supporting program logistics and operations and supporting faculty members to ensure high standard levels for our corporate participants.</div><div></div><div><br>
Reports to the Program Manager and region manager. Will interact with all Faculty, Participants, different departments of IE, and external agencies required for running the program.</div><div>
The selected candidate will be based in Riyadh.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Why IE University?</b></div><div>
With 50 years of experience and founded by and for entrepreneurs, IE University has turned business education on its head through disruptive teaching. We count on high-level faculty who bring real-world experience into the classroom and foster a hands-on approach to learning.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Our Purpose</b></div><div>
At IE University, we foster positive change through education, research, and innovation.</div><div></div><div><br>
As a transformative educational institution, we empower students to make their mark on the world. We provide them with the skills, knowledge and environment needed to make a difference, and they join a supportive and international community that lasts a lifetime.</div><div></div><div><br>
Our spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship has allowed us to drive change and constantly stay at the cutting edge of higher education. And through diversity, we have harnessed the power of people while also understanding and embracing the importance of humanities.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Our People</b></div><div>
At IE we are:</div><ul><li>
People-driven</li><li>
Change Builders</li><li>
Autonomy Enthusiasts</li><li>
Communication Enthusiasts</li><li>
Knowledge Champions</li></ul><div></div><p><br>
We are looking for a person to join a full-time position in <b>Riyadh</b>.</p>
Responsibilities:
<p><b>
Your role as Program Coordinator will involve:</b></p><p>
Interaction with Participants:
</p><ul><li>Meet with corporate participants to solve issues, offer advice, and/or give support with empathy, sensitivity and a professional customer-oriented approach, on a daily basis.
</li><li>Co-manage the relationship with class representatives together with other team members.
</li><li>Support corporate participants facing academic difficulties or overall challenges within the programs.
</li><li>Manage (written and oral) communications with corporate participants, including all written regular communications and information points; presentations and information sessions; etc.
</li><li>Using corporate participants feedback, identify ways to improve their experience with IE.
</li><li>Assist participants and faculty before, during and after the program.</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Interaction with Professors and other departments:
</div><ul><li>Liaise with professors to plan the program sessions, trips.
</li><li>Communicate with Professors to solve participant&rsquo;s requests or support to the Program Management. Request feedback, ensure timely submission of grades, syllabi, etc. and provide ongoing support to faculty members and teaching staff.
</li><li>Collaborate with other IE Departments to ensure a successful participant experience.</li></ul><div><br>
</div><p>Internal Development:
</p><ul><li>Proactive on learning the internal processes, platforms and tools to deliver top quality programs</li><li>
Actively coordinate with the Program Managers to distribute and be aligned with the preparation and delivery of the programs. Support the Program Manager and team to ensure the right deliveries of program proposals and deliveries.</li><li>
Collaborate and lead cross initiatives to help improve internal processes, templates and guidelines.</li><li>
Attend to all administrative and logistical duties to ensure a smooth running of the program and department.
</li></ul>Qualifications:
<p><b>
To thrive in this role, you should have:</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree is required. A master&rsquo;s degree is a plus.</li><li>
Fluent in English and Spanish, Arabic is a plus.
</li><li>Cultural awareness to coordinate a multinational group of stakeholders.
</li><li>Strong project management capabilities.
</li><li>Oriented to detail and well-organized.</li><li>
The candidate will demonstrate solid customer management skills, communication skills ability to work under pressure, and high level of accountability.</li></ul><div>
It&rsquo;s time to bring your best and make your mark. Now the choice is yours!</div><div></div><div><br>
If you want to be part of this educational revolution, we invite you to apply and be part of our amazing team at IE University.</div></div><div></div>

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Program Coordinator, MEA – IE Corporate & Special Projects (Riyadh)

<div>Overview:
<p>
Are you interested in joining a dynamic and international team of professionals to transform education? IE University <b>Talent &amp; Careers</b> department is looking for a <b>Middle East Employer Partnerships Director </b>to join its team!</p><p></p><p><br>
The <b>Middle East Employer Partnerships Director </b>is a strategic role focused on establishing and managing strategic relationships between IE University and leading employers across the Middle East, particularly in key hubs like Riyadh, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi.</p><p></p><p><br>
The primary goal is to create impactful corporate partnerships that provide outstanding career opportunities for IE University students and alumni, enhancing IE&rsquo;s regional and global reputation.</p><p></p><p><br>
Success will be measured by tangible metrics such as increased student placements, enhanced employer partnerships, and greater brand visibility in key sectors.</p><p></p><p><br>
This individual will work to attract top companies operating in the Middle East and enter into preferential employer partnership agreements. The role plays a critical part in advancing the career prospects of IE students and alumni by building strong corporate relationships that align with IE&rsquo;s long-term strategic goals.</p><p></p><p><br>
The director will directly contribute to enhancing the institution&rsquo;s brand visibility and facilitate high-impact employment outcomes for our graduates.</p><p></p><p><br>
This position reports to the Director of Employer Partnerships at IE University and will work closely with the leadership team at the Center for Leadership in Riyadh to ensure alignment with broader institutional goals.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Why IE University?</b></p><p></p><p><br>
With 50 years of experience and founded by and for entrepreneurs, IE University has turned business education on its head through disruptive teaching. We count on high-level faculty who bring real-world experience into the classroom and foster a hands-on approach to learning.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Our Purpose</b></p><p></p><p><br>
At IE University, we foster positive change through education, research, and innovation.</p><p></p><p><br>
As a transformative educational institution, we empower students to make their mark on the world. We provide them with the skills, knowledge and environment needed to make a difference, and they join a supportive and international community that lasts a lifetime.</p><p></p><p><br>
Our spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship has allowed us to drive change and constantly stay at the cutting edge of higher education. And through diversity, we have harnessed the power of people while also understanding and embracing the importance of humanities.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Our People</b></p><p>
At IE we are:</p><ul><li>
People-driven</li><li>
Change Builders</li><li>
Autonomy Enthusiasts</li><li>
Communication Enthusiasts</li><li>
Knowledge Champions</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
We are looking for a person to join a full-time position in <b>Riyadh</b>.</p>
Responsibilities:
<p>
Your role as <b>Middle East Employer Partnerships Director, Talent &amp; Careers</b> will involve:</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Strategic Partnership Development:</b></p><ul><li>
Identify, develop, and maintain partnerships with top employers in the Middle East, particularly in sectors such as finance, consulting, energy, construction, and technology.</li><li>
Leverage existing IE relationships and cultivate new opportunities, negotiating agreements that enhance career outcomes for students and meet employer needs.</li><li>
Act as a primary employer partnerships representative of IE University in the Middle East, engaging with business leaders, industry associations, and corporate partners to foster impactful relationships.</li><li>
Host and coordinate the participation of Middle Eastern employer partners in regional Employer Partnership Forums and C-suite level visits to the IE Tower in Madrid.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Leadership &amp; Institutional Collaboration:</b></p><ul><li>
Collaborate with the Center for Leadership in Riyadh to align regional employer engagement efforts with broader institutional strategies.</li><li>
Contribute to strategic planning for the Center for Leadership, ensuring employer partnerships and career-related initiatives are integrated into long-term plans.</li><li>
Oversee Careers related collaboration with our Alumni &amp; Careers colleague in Dubai, ensuring their work on business development in the Middle East aligns with the overall regional employer partnerships strategy.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Alumni Engagement &amp; Employer Collaboration:</b></p><ul><li>
Work closely with the Global Alumni Relations team and IEU Alumni &amp; Career Services in the Middle East to leverage the regional alumni network for employer engagement and partnership development.</li><li>
Develop initiatives that connect alumni with potential employers, fostering a vibrant professional ecosystem.</li><li>
</li><li><b>
Thought Leadership and Industry Engagement:</b></li><li>
Actively participate and lead industry panels, recruitment events, and professional forums, positioning IE University as a thought leader in talent development within the Middle East.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Regulatory Compliance &amp; Reporting:</b></p><ul><li>
Ensure that all career services-related activities are compliant with relevant legal, institutional, and ethical standards.</li><li>
Collaborate on the preparation of reports that include data on partnership performance, employment outcomes, and other key indicators.</li><li>
Track, analyze, and report on employer partnership initiatives to ensure alignment with KPIs around employment, engagement, and impact.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Market Research &amp; Industry Trends:</b></p><ul><li>
Conduct ongoing research into labor market and industry trends across the Middle East, identifying opportunities and challenges relevant to IEU&rsquo;s offering.</li><li>
Translate insights into actionable strategies that support employer engagement and ensure IE University remains responsive to regional economic developments.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<p><b>
To thrive in this role, you should have:</b></p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, or a related field.</li><li>
Master's degree.</li><li>
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in business development, corporate relations, and / or career services, ideally within higher education or a similar context.</li><li>
Proven experience developing strategic partnerships and managing external relationships with corporate partners and employers.</li><li>
Strong understanding of the Middle Eastern labor market, particularly in sectors aligned with IE University&rsquo;s academic offerings and student needs.</li><li>
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills, with experience collaborating across multiple internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>
Familiarity with visa processes and regulatory requirements related to international talent mobility is a plus.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to successfully navigate multicultural business environments, reflecting the diversity of Middle Eastern markets.</li><li>
Strong strategic and tactical planning abilities, with a demonstrated track record of designing and implementing impactful partnership programs.</li><li>
A well-established network of industry contacts across the Middle East in sectors relevant to IEU graduates.</li><li>
Experience with regulatory compliance and partnership reporting.</li><li>
Prior affiliation with IE University or deep familiarity with its mission, values, and academic programs is highly desirable.</li><li>
Entrepreneurial mindset, showing initiative and creativity in developing partnership opportunities.</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
It&rsquo;s time to bring your best and make your mark. Now the choice is yours!</p><p></p><p><br>
If you want to be part of this educational revolution, we invite you to apply and be part of our amazing team at <b>IE University.</b></p></div>

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Middle East Employer Partnerships Director, Talent & Careers (Riyadh)

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