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Uptime Institute

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 Uptime Institute Data Center Academy: KSA
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Uptime Institute Data Center Academy: KSA, provides industry leading training and development opportunities, linked to employment for Saudi Nationals within the rapidly growing Data Center sector. The academy works with leading universities and colleges to connect candidates with employers to provide a combination of industry leading education, assessment and on the job training, providing a pipeline of new talent to help fuel the growth of the sector within the Kingdom.
 
 
 
 
 
 This role reports directly to the VP of Education Program Management and works in close partnership with the Director of Curriculum &amp; Academic Operations. Together, these roles provide integrated leadership across the Academy, balancing commercial sustainability with academic excellence.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Summary
 
 
 
 We are seeking a relationship-driven and strategically minded leader to serve as Director of Strategic Partnerships. This role is responsible for building and managing the employer, institutional, and government relationships that enable the Academy to thrive. The Director will oversee the commercial, government, and external-facing aspects of the Academy, including employer partnerships, institutional collaboration, and funding compliance, while working closely with the Director of Curriculum &amp; Academic Operations to ensure programs are academically sound, commercially sustainable, and aligned with partner needs and regulatory requirements.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Employer &amp; Institutional Partnerships
 
 
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 Lead the development of employer partnerships to secure hiring opportunities for graduates.
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 Manage relationships with universities, colleges, and feeder institutions, in collaboration with the Director of Curriculum &amp; Academic Operations, to ensure candidate quality and program fit.
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 Oversee the commercial terms and onboarding of new employer partners, while the Director of Curriculum &amp; Academic Operations ensures academic alignment.
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 Jointly represent the Academy with the Director of Curriculum &amp; Academic Operations at stakeholder meetings, forums, and industry events.
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 Take responsibility for employer and partner satisfaction, ensuring issues are addressed promptly and expectations are met.
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 Ensure all graduates receive a timely job offer for HRDF funding requirements
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 Monitor and track revenue against targets
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 Government Relations &amp; Compliance
 
 
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 Serve as the primary liaison with the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF), responsible for funding compliance and reporting.
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 Lead the commercial aspects of licensing and registration with authorities, while the Director of Curriculum &amp; Academic Operations ensures academic compliance.
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 Monitor changes in policy, regulation, and funding; collaborate with the Director of Curriculum &amp; Academic Operations to align academic structures to national priorities.
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 Work jointly with the Director of Curriculum &amp; Academic Operations to ensure clarity of responsibilities for government engagement, with this role leading on commercial and funding compliance.
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 Stakeholder Engagement &amp; Reporting
 
 
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 Report to leadership on commercial and partnership performance, coordinating with the Director of Curriculum &amp; Academic Operations to integrate academic outcomes.
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 Develop and maintain joint feedback mechanisms with employers, government, and academic partners to inform both commercial and academic improvements.
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 Ensure high partner satisfaction by proactively managing expectations and resolving issues in coordination with the Director of Curriculum &amp; Academic Operations.
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 Collaborate with the Director of Curriculum &amp; Academic Operations to align external partner feedback with learner outcomes, ensuring a single integrated system of reporting
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 Skills &amp; Competencies
 
 
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 Exceptional relationship management and partnership-building skills.
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 Strong commercial awareness and negotiation capability.
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 Knowledge of Saudi workforce development funding, particularly HRDF.
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 Strong project management and organizational skills.
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 Excellent communication skills (Arabic &amp; English).
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 Ability to work in a joint-leadership model, ensuring alignment with the Director of Curriculum &amp; Academic Operations on shared responsibilities.
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 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Public Policy, Education Management, or related field.
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 Minimum of 5 years&rsquo; experience in partnerships, workforce development, or government relations in KSA.
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 Proven experience with employer engagement and HRDF compliance.
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Director of Strategic Partnerships - Saudi National Only

Virtucruit

<div>
 
 Introduction
 
 
 
 VirtuCruit is seeking a Business Development Director to spearhead partnerships and market expansion for a groundbreaking automotive platform in Riyadh.
 
 
 
 Role Overview
 
 
 
 The BD Director will identify and secure partnerships across the mobility ecosystem, ensuring the platform establishes a strong presence with strategic alliances.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Identify and secure strategic partnerships across dealers, banks, insurers.
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 Build and execute the partnership development strategy.
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 Negotiate high-value commercial agreements.
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 Explore JV opportunities with regional and global players.
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 Monitor partnership performance and ROI.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
 
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 12+ years in business development.
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 Strong network in KSA automotive and mobility sectors.
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 Proven ability to negotiate and close high-value deals.
 
 
 
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 What This Role Offers
 
 
 
 The opportunity to define the ecosystem strategy of a pioneering mobility platform.
</div>

Business Development Director - Strategic Partnerships

Tarjama&

<div>
 As the Partnership Director, You will be responsible for building, managing, and scaling strategic partnerships and channel ecosystems for Arabic.AI. The role focuses on creating sustainable growth through alliances with hyperscalers, system integrators, resellers, distributors, and strategic partners. The manager will enable partners to deliver Arabic.AI solutions (AI Agents, Apps, Academy, Content Lab, Ureed.com) at scale, while driving partner-sourced and partner-influenced revenue.
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 Partnership Strategy &amp; Growth:
 
 
 
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 Define and execute the partnership and channel development strategy across GCC and beyond
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 Identify, evaluate, and onboard new strategic partners (hyperscalers, GSIs, LSIs, VARs, distributors)
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 Negotiate commercial agreements and structure win-win go-to-market models
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 Work with hyperscalers (Azure, AWS, GCP) to unlock joint funding and GTM programs
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Channel Enablement:
 
 
 
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 Design and deliver partner enablement programs, including training, certifications, and sales playbooks
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 Develop co-branded marketing assets and run joint campaigns with partners
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 Support partner teams with proposals, demos, RFPs, and solution positioning
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Revenue &amp; Performance Management:
 
 
 
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 Drive and track partner-sourced and partner-influenced revenue
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 Build dashboards and reporting on partner pipeline, performance, and ROI
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 Ensure quarterly and annual revenue targets are met through partnerships
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Cross-Functional Collaboration:
 
 
 
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 Collaborate with sales, marketing, and product teams to ensure smooth partner integration
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 Align with leadership on strategic accounts and co-sell opportunities
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Advocacy and Market Representation:
 
 
 
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 Represent Arabic.AI at industry events, conferences, and partner forums
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 Build strong advocacy networks with decision-makers and influencers within partner organizations
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 Monitor competitive landscape and identify new partnership opportunities
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field (MBA preferred)
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 At least 10 years of experience in business development, partnerships, strategic alliances, or a related role
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 Proven track record of building and scaling partner ecosystems in GCC/MENA
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 Experience working with hyperscalers (Azure, AWS, GCP), GSIs, and local SIs
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 Demonstrated success in driving partner-sourced revenue and co-sell initiatives
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 Previous experience in AI, SaaS, Cloud, or IT services organizations strongly preferred
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 Exposure to both enterprise/government accounts and SMB channel ecosystems
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 Experience in contract negotiation, deal structuring, and stakeholder management
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 Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
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 Excellent negotiation and influencing skills
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 Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
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 Exceptional communication and presentation skills
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 Ability to work cross-functionally and lead complex projects
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 Strong analytical skills with experience in measuring partnership performance
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 Fluency in both Arabic and English (written and spoken) is required
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 </ul>
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Partnership Director

<div>As the Partnership Director, You will be responsible for building, managing, and scaling strategic partnerships and channel ecosystems for Arabic.AI. The role focuses on creating sustainable growth through alliances with hyperscalers, system integrators, resellers, distributors, and strategic partners. The manager will enable partners to deliver Arabic.AI solutions (AI Agents, Apps, Academy, Content Lab, Ureed.com) at scale, while driving partner-sourced and partner-influenced revenue.
Requirements
Partnership Strategy &amp; Growth:<ul><li>Define and execute the partnership and channel development strategy across GCC and beyond.</li><li>Identify, evaluate, and onboard new strategic partners (hyperscalers, GSIs, LSIs, VARs, distributors).</li><li>Negotiate commercial agreements and structure win&ndash;win go-to-market models.</li><li>Work with hyperscalers (Azure, AWS, GCP) to unlock joint funding and GTM programs.</li></ul>
Channel Enablement:<ul><li>Design and deliver partner enablement programs, including training, certifications, and sales playbooks.</li><li>Develop co-branded marketing assets and run joint campaigns with partners.</li><li>Support partner teams with proposals, demos, RFPs, and solution positioning.</li></ul>
Revenue &amp; Performance Management:<ul><li>Drive and track partner-sourced and partner-influenced revenue.</li><li>Build dashboards and reporting on partner pipeline, performance, and ROI.</li><li>Ensure quarterly and annual revenue targets are met through partnerships.</li></ul>
Cross-Functional Collaboration:<ul><li>Collaborate with sales, marketing, and product teams to ensure smooth partner integration.</li><li>Align with leadership on strategic accounts and co-sell opportunities.</li></ul> 
Advocacy and Market Representation:<ul><li>Represent Arabic.AI at industry events, conferences, and partner forums.</li><li>Build strong advocacy networks with decision-makers and influencers within partner organizations.</li><li>Monitor competitive landscape and identify new partnership opportunities.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field (MBA preferred).</li><li>At least 10 years of experience in business development, partnerships, strategic alliances, or a related role.</li><li>Proven track record of building and scaling partner ecosystems in GCC/MENA.</li><li>Experience working with hyperscalers (Azure, AWS, GCP), GSIs, and local SIs.</li><li>Demonstrated success in driving partner-sourced revenue and co-sell initiatives.</li><li>Previous experience in AI, SaaS, Cloud, or IT services organizations strongly preferred.</li><li>Exposure to both enterprise/government accounts and SMB channel ecosystems.</li><li>Experience in contract negotiation, deal structuring, and stakeholder management.</li><li>Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Excellent negotiation and influencing skills.</li><li>Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Exceptional communication and presentation skills.</li><li>Ability to work cross-functionally and lead complex projects.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with experience in measuring partnership performance.</li><li>Fluency in both Arabic and English (written and spoken) is required.</li></ul></div>

Red Sea Global

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 Be the change. Join the world&rsquo;s most visionary developer.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Red Sea Global (RSG) is showing that there is a better way to positively shape the places we live, work and travel.
 
 
 
 
 
 We are purpose-driven and committed to people and planet. Our transformative programs are a driving force to achieving Vision 2030, as well as leading the world towards regenerative tourism.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Join RSG and be part of the positive change for Saudi Arabia and the world.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Purpose:
 
 
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 We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Associate Director of Industry Partners to join our growing team for Red Sea Global&rsquo;s Tourism Marketing Team.
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 In this senior role, you will be responsible for enhancing, managing and developing new key partnerships with key stakeholders within the tourism ecosystem both locally and globally.
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 You will work to expand our global network, identify new business opportunities, and strengthen relationships that drive revenue and deliver exceptional experiences for our clients.
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 The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tourism, sales, and partnership management, with a proven ability to develop mutually beneficial relationships and negotiate deals that support business growth.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Partnership Development &amp; Strategy
 
 
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 Support the Director in the development of a comprehensive partnership strategy that aligns with The Red Sea and AMAALA destinations growth objectives, target segments and markets, and long-term business goals.
 </li>
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 Identify, pursue, and secure new strategic partnerships with key tourism industry stakeholders and partners, both locally and globally.
 </li>
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 Negotiate and formalize partnership agreements and MOU&rsquo;s, ensuring mutually beneficial terms and performance metrics.
 </li>
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 Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with existing and potential partners to maximize collaboration opportunities and long-term business value to drive and increase visitor flow.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Market Expansion &amp; Business Development
 
 
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 Drive market expansion by identifying high-potential regions and markets for new partnerships (both domestic and international).
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 Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging markets, and competitors to identify new opportunities for growth and differentiate our offerings.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Partner Management &amp; Support
 
 
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 Oversee the onboarding, training, and support of new partners, ensuring smooth integration into our operations and brand guidelines.
 </li>
 <li>
 Act as the primary point of contact for key partners on the management and reporting streams, providing exceptional service and resolving issues to maintain strong relationships.
 </li>
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 Monitor and manage partner performance against agreed KPIs, adjusting strategies and negotiations as needed to optimize results.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Sales Enablement &amp; Revenue Growth
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Work closely with the sales and marketing teams to develop co-branded campaigns, joint promotions, and cross-selling initiatives to drive bookings and revenue.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyze performance data from partnerships and sales campaigns, identifying areas for improvement and new opportunities for revenue generation.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Marketing Collaboration &amp; Branding
 
 
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 Collaborate with the marketing team to co-create digital and traditional marketing campaigns aimed at increasing brand visibility and attracting new customers through our partnerships.
 </li>
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 Ensure that all partnership marketing materials align with the company&rsquo;s brand standards and objectives, while also highlighting the unique selling points of each partner.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Reporting &amp; Analytics
 
 
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 Provide regular reports to senior leadership on the performance of partnerships, including key metrics such as sales, bookings, lead generation, and partner satisfaction.
 </li>
 <li>
 Use data and feedback to assess the effectiveness of each partnership, adjusting strategies and activities accordingly.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare business reviews and strategic recommendations for key partners to ensure alignment and maximize the overall impact of the partnership.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Requirements:
 
 
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 <li>
 Academic Qualifications: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Tourism, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
 </li>
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 Years of Experience: 8+ years of experience in tourism partnerships, business development, or sales, ideally within a Destination Management Company (DMC), tour operator, or travel agency.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Preferred Qualifications:
 
 
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 Experience with international tourism markets and global partnerships.
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 Advanced knowledge of destination marketing, sales strategies, and promotional campaigns.
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 Fluency in additional languages (e.g., Spanish, French, German, Mandarin) is a plus.
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 Familiarity with travel technology platforms, booking systems, and digital marketing tools.
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 Master&rsquo;s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Personal Attributes:
 
 
 <ul>
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 Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
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 Strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial mindset, able to identify and capitalize on business opportunities.
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 Results-driven, with a focus on achieving measurable outcomes and driving growth.
 </li>
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 Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with diverse stakeholders.
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 Proactive, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
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 Passionate about tourism and creating exceptional travel experiences for clients.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Technical Competencies:
 
 
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 Strategic Partnership Development -
 
 Advanced
 
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 Cross functional leadership and collaboration -
 
 Advanced
 
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 Stakeholder and partner engagement -
 
 Advanced
 
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 Tourism brand integration -
 
 Advanced
 
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 Innovation &amp; Market Insight in the Tourism Industry -
 
 Advanced
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Disclaimer
 
 
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 This job description outlines the core responsibilities of the role but is not exhaustive. Additional tasks related to the broader department may be assigned as required. This document does not represent an employment contract.
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 For more information about Red Sea Global, visit:
 
 
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 Website: https://www.redseaglobal.com/en
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 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ySGZwubomw
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 X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/RedSeaGlobal
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 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Associate Director of Industry Partnerships

Red Sea Global (RSG)

The Role
 Be the change. Join the world’s most visionary developer. Red Sea Global (RSG) is showing that there is a better way to positively shape the places we live, work and travel. We are purpose-driven and committed to people and planet. Our transformative programs are a driving force to achieving Vision 2030, as well as leading the world towards regenerative tourism. Join RSG and be part of the positive change for Saudi Arabia and the world. Job Purpose: • We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Associate Director of Industry Partners to join our growing team for Red Sea Global’s Tourism Marketing Team. • In this senior role, you will be responsible for enhancing, managing and developing new key partnerships with key stakeholders within the tourism ecosystem both locally and globally. • You will work to expand our global network, identify new business opportunities, and strengthen relationships that drive revenue and deliver exceptional experiences for our clients. • The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tourism, sales, and partnership management, with a proven ability to develop mutually beneficial relationships and negotiate deals that support business growth. Job Responsibilities: Partnership Development & Strategy • Support the Director in the development of a comprehensive partnership strategy that aligns with The Red Sea and AMAALA destinations growth objectives, target segments and markets, and long-term business goals. • Identify, pursue, and secure new strategic partnerships with key tourism industry stakeholders and partners, both locally and globally. • Negotiate and formalize partnership agreements and MOU’s, ensuring mutually beneficial terms and performance metrics. • Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with existing and potential partners to maximize collaboration opportunities and long-term business value to drive and increase visitor flow. Market Expansion & Business Development • Drive market expansion by identifying high-potential regions and markets for new partnerships (both domestic and international). • Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging markets, and competitors to identify new opportunities for growth and differentiate our offerings. Partner Management & Support • Oversee the onboarding, training, and support of new partners, ensuring smooth integration into our operations and brand guidelines. • Act as the primary point of contact for key partners on the management and reporting streams, providing exceptional service and resolving issues to maintain strong relationships. • Monitor and manage partner performance against agreed KPIs, adjusting strategies and negotiations as needed to optimize results. Sales Enablement & Revenue Growth • Work closely with the sales and marketing teams to develop co-branded campaigns, joint promotions, and cross-selling initiatives to drive bookings and revenue. • Analyze performance data from partnerships and sales campaigns, identifying areas for improvement and new opportunities for revenue generation. Marketing Collaboration & Branding • Collaborate with the marketing team to co-create digital and traditional marketing campaigns aimed at increasing brand visibility and attracting new customers through our partnerships. • Ensure that all partnership marketing materials align with the company’s brand standards and objectives, while also highlighting the unique selling points of each partner. Reporting & Analytics • Provide regular reports to senior leadership on the performance of partnerships, including key metrics such as sales, bookings, lead generation, and partner satisfaction. • Use data and feedback to assess the effectiveness of each partnership, adjusting strategies and activities accordingly. • Prepare business reviews and strategic recommendations for key partners to ensure alignment and maximize the overall impact of the partnership.
 
Requirements
 <ul>
<li>Academic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Tourism, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field. • Years of Experience: 8+ years of experience in tourism partnerships, business development, or sales, ideally within a Destination Management Company (DMC), tour operator, or travel agency. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with international tourism markets and global partnerships. • Advanced knowledge of destination marketing, sales strategies, and promotional campaigns. • Fluency in additional languages (e.g., Spanish, French, German, Mandarin) is a plus. • Familiarity with travel technology platforms, booking systems, and digital marketing tools. • Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field. Personal Attributes: • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and collaborate with cross-functional teams. • Strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial mindset, able to identify and capitalize on business opportunities. • Results-driven, with a focus on achieving measurable outcomes and driving growth. • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with diverse stakeholders. • Proactive, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. • Passionate about tourism and creating exceptional travel experiences for clients. Technical Competencies: • Strategic Partnership Development - Advanced • Cross functional leadership and collaboration - Advanced • Stakeholder and partner engagement - Advanced • Tourism brand integration - Advanced • Innovation & Market Insight in the Tourism Industry - Advanced Disclaimer • This job description outlines the core responsibilities of the role but is not exhaustive. Additional tasks related to the broader department may be assigned as required. This document does not represent an employment contract.</li>
</ul>
About the company
 Red Sea Global (RSG) has been incorporated as a closed joint stock company, wholly owned by Saudi Arabias Public Investment Fund (PIF). The company has been established to develop and promote a new international luxury tourism destination that will set new standards for sustainable development and bring about the next-generation of luxury travel. The project was announced in July 2017 and is one of the three Giga Projects aimed at diversifying the Saudi economy in keeping with the Kingdoms 2030 Vision. The development will offer unprecedented investment options and provide visitors with the opportunity to explore the five untouched treasures of the west coast of Saudi Arabia; the archipelago of over 90 islands with stunning coral reefs, dormant volcanoes and untouched nature reserves.

Gathern

<div>Job Purpose: 
Drive Gathern&rsquo;s partnership strategy by building and managing high-impact relationships with government entities, tourism agencies, and private sector partners&mdash;such as airlines, hotels, banks, and ticketing platforms&mdash;with a strong focus on the Saudi Arabian market 
 
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 
Multi-Sector Partnership Strategy:
 
Develop and execute partnership strategies across three key areas:<ul>
<li>Government: Tourism ministries, government agencies, regulatory bodies</li>
<li>Private Sector: Extensive portfolio including but not limited to airlines, hotels, ticketing platforms, banks, and any companies where our target family demographics are present</li>
Strategic: Saudi Tourism Authority, Ministry of Tourism, and other strategic tourism entities 
<li>
</li></ul>Target-Driven Private Partnerships:
 
Identify and establish partnerships with companies across all industries where Gathern's target families are customers, employees, or community members. 
 
Strategic Tourism Partnerships:
 
Build relationships with tourism ministries and agencies, particularly the Saudi Tourism Authority and Ministry of Tourism. 
 
Market Expansion:
 
Lead partnership efforts to expand Gathern's reach through strategic private sector relationships 
 
Cross-Cultural Business Development:
 
Navigate different business cultures and regulatory environments, particularly in the Saudi market. 
 
Strategic Negotiations:
 
Lead complex, high-value partnership negotiations across diverse industry sectors 
 
COMPETENCIES 
<ul>
<li>Strategic Relationship Building &ndash; Builds and sustains trust with government, private, and tourism partners.</li>
<li>Business Acumen &ndash; Links partnerships to market expansion and revenue goals.</li>
<li>Cross-Cultural Savvy &ndash; Navigates Saudi market dynamics and regulatory environments effectively.</li>
<li>Negotiation &amp; Influence &ndash; Secures high-value agreements through persuasion and stakeholder alignment.</li>
<li>Strategic Execution &ndash; Translates vision into actionable plans and delivers measurable results.
</li></ul>Requirements<ul>
<li>Minimum 10 years of experience in business development and partnerships across multiple sectors.</li>
<li>Proven track record in B2B and B2G partnership development across diverse industries.</li>
<li>Strong negotiation skills with experience in complex, multi-stakeholder international deals.</li>
<li>Extensive professional network across government, private sector, and tourism industries.</li>
<li>Deep understanding of target audience identification and demographic analysis across various industries.</li>
<li>Experience with Middle Eastern markets, particularly Saudi Arabia, highly preferred.</li>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, International Relations, or related field; MBA preferred.</li>
<li>Fluency in English required; Arabic language skills highly advantageous.</li></ul></div>

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