project manager

operations manager

planning manager

program director

associate project manager

event manager

Shine Event Staffing

<div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">Role Overview</h4>
As an Operations Manager at Shine, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and
executing client events from confirmation through successful completion. You will act as the
primary operational lead, ensuring staffing requirements, client expectations, timelines, and
event logistics are delivered to the highest standard.
Working closely with Business Development, Recruitment, Operations, and Event
Supervisors, you will oversee multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining Shine's
reputation for operational excellence and exceptional client service.<h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Key Responsibilities</h4><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Project &amp; Event Management</h5><ul><li>
Manage the complete lifecycle of assigned events from project kickoff through post-event completion.</li><li>
Develop project timelines, staffing plans, and execution schedules.</li><li>
Coordinate with internal departments to ensure all event requirements are fulfilled.</li><li>
Monitor project milestones and proactively address operational risks.</li><li>
Ensure every event is delivered on time, within scope, and according to client expectations.</li></ul><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Client Relationship Management</h5><ul><li>
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients during project execution.</li><li>
Conduct project briefings and planning meetings with clients.</li><li>
Communicate event updates, staffing confirmations, and operational changes.</li><li>
Resolve client concerns promptly while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.</li></ul><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Staffing &amp; Operations</h5><ul><li>
Collaborate with the Recruitment team to ensure appropriate staffing levels.</li><li>
Review staff allocations based on event requirements and client expectations.
</li><li>Coordinate with Event Supervisors to ensure successful on-site execution.</li><li>
Monitor attendance, shift coverage, replacements, and operational performance.</li></ul><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Event Execution</h5><ul><li>
Oversee event readiness before deployment.</li><li>
Ensure supervisors receive complete event briefings and documentation.</li><li>
Monitor live event operations and provide support when unexpected issues arise.</li><li>
Make real-time operational decisions to ensure successful event delivery.</li></ul><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Cross-Functional Collaboration</h5><h6 class="jobSectionHeader">
Work closely with:</h6><ul><li>
Business Development for project handovers.</li><li>
Recruitment for staffing fulfillment.</li><li>
HR for compliance and documentation.</li><li>
Finance regarding project budgets and payrolls.</li><li>
Marketing when required for branded activations.</li></ul><h6 class="jobSectionHeader">
Reporting &amp; Continuous Improvement</h6><ul><li>
Prepare post-event reports summarizing performance, staffing outcomes, client feedback, and lessons learned.</li><li>
Track project KPIs including staffing fulfillment, attendance, client satisfaction, and operational efficiency.</li><li>
Recommend process improvements to enhance event delivery and internal workflows.</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Requirements</h4><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Education</h5><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, EventManagement, Hospitality, or a related field.</li></ul><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Experience</h5><ul><li>
3&ndash;5+ years of project management, event operations, hospitality, or staffing experience.</li><li>
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li><li>
Previous experience working with large teams in fast-paced environments is highly preferred.</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Skills &amp; Competencies</h4><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Technical Skills</h5><ul><li>
Strong project planning and organizational skills.</li><li>
Excellent stakeholder management.</li><li>
Budget and resource planning.</li><li>
Risk assessment and problem-solving.</li><li>
Arabic and English proficiency.</li></ul><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Soft Skills</h5><ul><li>
Exceptional leadership and decision-making abilities.</li><li>
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Ability to remain calm under pressure.</li><li>
Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.</li><li>
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.</li><li>
Customer-focused mindset.</li><li>
Ability to prioritize competing deadlines.</li></ul></div>

Operations Manager

Qiddiya | القدية

<div>
 Qiddiya is Saudi Arabia's future capital of entertainment, sports, and culture &mdash; a 360 km&sup2; mega-project just outside Riyadh. From F1-grade racetracks and theme parks to stadiums and performance venues, we're creating a destination like no other. This is more than a project &mdash; it's a national transformation. As construction accelerates, we're hiring ambitious talent to help shape it. If you're driven by scale, impact, and the chance to build something iconic from the ground up &mdash; Qiddiya is calling
 
 
 
 Role Purpose
 
 
 
 Lead the planning and execution of all event operations and site-wide delivery at Cultural and Heritage program, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of cultural programming, guest experience, and large-scale event operations in alignment with asset objectives
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Event Operations Planning &amp; Delivery
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead end-to-end planning and execution of all event operations across Cultural and Heritage program, including the Festival and year-round programming
 </li>
 <li>
 Translate programming, marketing, and commercial plans into detailed operational delivery models
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and manage event operations plans, schedules, and resource requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure seamless execution of all programming and activities in line with operational plans
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Logistics, Site Readiness &amp; Overlay
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead planning and execution of logistics, site readiness, and event overlay (temporary infrastructure, structures, utilities, and services)
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure readiness of all operational infrastructure prior to opening and across event cycles
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee site setup, dismantling, and transition between events or programming phases
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate movement planning including access, transport, parking, and crowd flows
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Health, Safety &amp; Security (HSE)
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Establish and enforce HSE and security frameworks across all operations
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee crowd management planning, emergency response, and incident management protocols
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with regulatory and authority requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate with security agencies and government entities to ensure safe delivery
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Guest Experience &amp; On-Ground Delivery
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure delivery of a high-quality, safe, and seamless visitor experience across all touchpoints
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee guest flow, queue management, accessibility, and service standards
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor on-ground performance and address operational issues in real time
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Vendor &amp; Operator Management
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Oversee management of all operational vendors, contractors, and service providers
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure vendor performance meets operational, safety, and service standards
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate with procurement and contract management functions
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Cross-Functional Integration &amp; Feasibility
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead operational feasibility assessment of programming, commercial, and marketing initiatives
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure alignment between programming requirements and operational capabilities
 </li>
 <li>
 Work closely with:
 </li>
 <ul>
 <li>
 Programming &rarr; feasibility and scheduling
 </li>
 <li>
 Commercial &rarr; activation requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Marketing &rarr; campaign-driven demand
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 </ul>
 
 Asset &amp; Site Coordination
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Coordinate closely with Asset &amp; Site Management on facilities, maintenance, and infrastructure readiness
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure operational alignment with permanent and temporary asset requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Support long-term planning of site usage and capacity
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Asset Management &amp; Group Alignment
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Align operational plans with Asset Management direction and performance expectations
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate with Qiddiya Group functions and external authorities where required
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide operational input into planning, budgeting, and performance reviews
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Performance Monitoring &amp; Continuous Improvement
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Define and track operational KPIs including service levels, efficiency, and safety
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor performance during events and identify improvement opportunities
 </li>
 <li>
 Implement continuous improvement initiatives across operations
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Key Success Metrics
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Operational delivery against plan
 </li>
 <li>
 Visitor experience and satisfaction
 </li>
 <li>
 Health, safety, and security performance
 </li>
 <li>
 Efficiency of event execution
 </li>
 <li>
 Readiness and delivery of major events
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Required Skills &amp; Competencies
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strong experience in large-scale event operations and delivery
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to manage complex logistics and site operations
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong knowledge of crowd management and HSE standards
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to operate in high-pressure, fast-paced environments
 </li>
 <li>
 Cross-functional coordination and execution capability
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 12-15+ years of experience, with a significant portion in leadership roles overseeing large-scale operations and event delivery
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven experience in:
 </li>
 <li>
 Planning and delivering large-scale events, festivals, or destination operations with high visitor volumes
 </li>
 <li>
 Managing complex, multi-site or multi-zone environments involving diverse activities and stakeholders
 </li>
 <li>
 Leading end-to-end event operations, including planning, logistics, site readiness, and live delivery
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong experience in:
 </li>
 <li>
 Crowd management, HSE, and security operations within large public events
 </li>
 <li>
 Operational planning and logistics, including transport, access, and site movement
 </li>
 <li>
 Vendor and contractor management across multiple service lines
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated ability to:
 </li>
 <li>
 Operate in high-pressure, real-time environments with critical decision-making responsibilities
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage and coordinate with government authorities, regulatory bodies, and security agencies
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead large, cross-functional operational teams and on-ground workforce
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in:
 </li>
 <li>
 Pre-opening and activation phases of large-scale venues, events, or destinations (preferred)
 </li>
 <li>
 Transitioning from readiness to live operations and managing ongoing operational cycles
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Director - Operations & Event Delivery

Esports Foundation

<div>
 Team: Competitive Governance
 
 
 Activity: Full-time
 
 
 Role grade: Manager (6)
 
 
 Direct reports: 0
 
 
 Indirect reports: 0
 
 
 Reporting to: Director Competitive Governance
 
 
 Role location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
 
 
 
 Job Purpose:
 
 As Manager Competitive Governance, you will support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Esports Foundation&rsquo;s competitive governance structures across the Esports World Cup, Esports Nations Cup, and related competitions.
 
 
 This role is suited for someone who combines strong project execution with structured thinking, stakeholder management, and the ability to support complex governance work in a fast-moving environment. You will help translate ideas, discussions, and strategic direction into clear deliverables, including governance models, project plans, presentations, tracking tools, briefing materials, process documents, and stakeholder updates.
 
 
 The role will act as a key execution partner and sounding board to the Director Competitive Governance. You will be expected to manage workstreams, structure ambiguous problems, prepare high-quality materials, track progress, coordinate stakeholders, and help move governance initiatives from concept to implementation.
 
 
 
 Duties And Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Governance Project Delivery &amp; Execution
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support the delivery of key competitive governance workstreams across EF competitions, ensuring tasks are clearly structured, tracked, and completed on time.
 </li>
 <li>
 Translate strategic priorities, leadership discussions, and brainstorming sessions into clear action plans, deliverables, timelines, and follow-ups.
 </li>
 <li>
 Create and maintain project plans, governance trackers, decision logs, issue logs, risk registers, stakeholder maps, and implementation roadmaps.
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive the preparation of materials required for internal meetings, workshops, leadership updates, and stakeholder discussions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure governance workstreams are well-organised, documented, and progressing against agreed milestones.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the Director Competitive Governance with day-to-day execution, prioritisation, problem-solving, and follow-through.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Governance Structure &amp; Framework Development
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support the design and refinement of competitive governance structures across EF competitions, including decision-making processes, roles and responsibilities, escalation routes, stakeholder engagement models, and operating rhythms.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute to brainstorming and shaping governance frameworks for competitions involving clubs, national teams, players, publishers, and external partners.
 </li>
 <li>
 Translate governance concepts into practical operating models, rules, policies, process maps, procedures, and implementation materials.
 </li>
 <li>
 Benchmark governance models from sports organizations, federations, member associations, consulting projects, and major competition organizers to identify relevant best practices.
 </li>
 <li>
 Help assess options, structure recommendations, and prepare a clear rationale for governance decisions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support continuous improvement of governance frameworks based on lessons learned, stakeholder feedback, event outcomes, and evolving business needs.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Presentations, Storytelling &amp; Leadership Materials
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Prepare high-quality presentations, briefing documents, and leadership updates that communicate complex governance topics clearly and visually.
 </li>
 <li>
 Structure narratives, recommendations, and decision papers for senior stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Turn complex information into clear, concise, and well-organized materials for internal and external audiences.
 </li>
 <li>
 Build materials for workshops, governance discussions, stakeholder alignment sessions, and executive reviews.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the creation of templates, dashboards, reporting formats, and communication materials to improve consistency and clarity across the function.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Competitive Integrity, Compliance &amp; Policy Support
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support the implementation of competitive governance and integrity policies covering fair play, anti-cheating, match-fixing, doping, code of conduct, eligibility, and disciplinary matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist with documentation, process design, stakeholder coordination, and follow-up related to incident handling, escalation, and governance decisions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Help ensure governance and integrity requirements are embedded into competition operations, tournament planning, and event delivery.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain documentation, playbooks, SOPs, guidance materials, and process maps related to competitive governance and integrity.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support post-event reviews, internal audits, retrospectives, and continuous improvement initiatives.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Stakeholder &amp; Partner Coordination
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Act as a day-to-day coordination point for internal and external stakeholders on competitive governance matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare meeting agendas, notes, action logs, decision trackers, and follow-up materials.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support engagement with clubs, players, national teams, member-style organisations, and other competition participants on governance expectations, rules, and compliance requirements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Help ensure governance processes are clear, fair, well-documented, and understood by relevant stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Build strong working relationships across different functions, regions, cultures, and sporting or esports ecosystems.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Reporting, Monitoring &amp; Insights
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Maintain governance documentation, workstream trackers, issue logs, compliance trackers, incident records, dashboards, and reporting tools.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare regular updates for the Director Competitive Governance on progress, risks, open decisions, stakeholder issues, and emerging topics.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor developments in sports governance, federation models, major event governance, esports regulation, and competitive integrity.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide structured analysis, options, and recommendations to support decision-making.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify process gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities to improve ways of working.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Education And Experience
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law, Business, International Relations, Sports Law, Governance, Compliance, Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field. A master&rsquo;s degree is preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 6+ years of relevant experience in consulting, governance, sports business, regulatory environments, or a related field.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Background in consulting firms, especially with exposure to sports or governance, is highly preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong project execution skills with the ability to drive workstreams, track actions, and deliver high-quality outputs.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong consulting-style problem-solving skills, including the ability to structure ambiguous topics and turn them into clear work plans.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent deck-building and storytelling skills, with the ability to prepare clear, polished, senior-level presentations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong written communication skills, including the ability to create briefing notes, reports, decision papers, process documents, and stakeholder updates.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical skills and comfort working with frameworks, trackers, dashboards, and structured reporting tools.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to act as a sounding board, challenge ideas constructively, and help shape practical recommendations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Good understanding of sport, sports business, major sports events, governance, federations, or competition environments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work with legal, operational, commercial, and external stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams in parallel.
 </li>
 <li>
 Comfortable operating in a fast-moving, international, and event-driven environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent written and spoken English.
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of esports or gaming is a plus, but not essential.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Relocation support
 </li>
 <li>
 Transportation allowance
 </li>
 <li>
 Competitive compensation
 </li>
 <li>
 Housing allowance
 </li>
 <li>
 VIP medical insurance
 </li>
 <li>
 Opportunity to work on a new exciting project with a group of passionate professionals. You will get the freedom to excel and make a real impact
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Diversity disclaimer
 
 
 
 Our mission is to build a diverse organization where our members, regardless of background or identity, have a sense of belonging. We genuinely believe that thanks to creating a collaborative environment where different perspectives are valued, we can achieve more. Together, we want to reshape the boundaries of what is achievable in the esports domain.
</div>

Manager Competitive Governance

Talent Blueprint FZ LLC

<div>
 
 
 Position:
 
 Logistics Specialist
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
 
 
 
 Contract Duration:
 
 August 2026 &ndash; February 2027
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are supporting the delivery of an upcoming large-scale international sporting tournament in Saudi Arabia and are looking for an experienced
 
 Logistics Specialist
 
 to join the team.
 
 
 The Logistics Specialist will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing logistics operations across multiple event venues and operational sites. The role requires excellent organizational skills, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams, vendors, transport providers, and stakeholders to ensure the timely movement, tracking, and availability of all event-related assets and materials.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Coordinate daily logistics operations across multiple venues and event locations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Plan and monitor the movement of equipment, materials, and event assets.
 </li>
 <li>
 Track deliveries, shipments, and inventory to ensure timely availability.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, freight providers, transport companies, and internal stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support inventory management, warehousing, storage, and distribution activities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure timely deployment, relocation, and retrieval of event assets.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in transportation planning, scheduling, and route coordination.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare and maintain logistics trackers, inventory records, and operational reports.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and maintain logistics dashboards and reports using
 
 Power BI
 
 to monitor KPIs and operational performance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyze logistics data to identify trends, risks, bottlenecks, and opportunities for process improvement.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor logistics KPIs and provide regular status updates to management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with operational procedures, health &amp; safety standards, and event logistics protocols.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support contingency planning and resolve logistics issues proactively.
 </li>
 <li>
 Participate in logistics planning meetings and operational briefings.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain accurate documentation, including delivery notes, asset registers, and inventory reconciliation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support post-event logistics activities, including asset recovery and inventory reconciliation.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Candidate Requirements
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field is preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 2&ndash;5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, operations, or coordination.
 </li>
 <li>
 Previous experience supporting events, sports tournaments, exhibitions, or large-scale projects is highly preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Mandatory proficiency in Microsoft Power BI
 
 , including creating dashboards, reports, and data visualizations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Power Query, formulas, and data analysis).
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience using inventory management, ERP, or logistics management systems is an advantage.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
 </li>
 <li>
 High attention to detail and accuracy.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
</div>

Logistics Specialist

Tahaluf

<div>
 
 Tahaluf is the largest B2B live and on-demand events organiser in Saudi Arabia by space, attendance, colleagues, and revenue. It is a joint venture between Informa PLC, the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming and Drones (SAFCSP), and the Events Investment Fund (EIF).
 
 
 
 
 Tahaluf is bold, visionary, and determined to make an impact. Our team fosters a culture of collaboration, creativity, and a little fun, here teamwork rules and work feels as exciting as the events we create. Scaling at this pace also requires exceptional local partners, and Tahaluf is proud to work with a range of government and non-government organisations at the forefront of Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s B2B and B2C large-scale events scene.
 
 
 
 
 Be part of something BIG with Tahaluf&rsquo;s series of record-breaking events: LEAP and Cityscape - the largest events in the world in their respective fields of tech and real estate; Black Hat MEA - a Guinness World Record holder for the largest CTF competition during the event; and CPHI Middle East - the largest pharma debut event in history, to name just a few. Tahaluf is making a huge impact on the global events sector.
 
 
 
 
 Join our ambitious and highly committed team, unafraid to push boundaries and disrupt the status quo. From day one, you&rsquo;ll dive into large-scale projects under the guidance of a supportive leadership team that will encourage your personal development and open doors to new opportunities.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 We are seeking an experienced, commercially driven
 
 Head of Marketing
 
 to lead integrated marketing campaigns for world-class conferences, exhibitions, summits, and live experiences across Saudi Arabia.
 
 
 
 
 This role owns the complete event marketing lifecycle&mdash;from concept and strategy through execution, acquisition, and post-event analysis&mdash;working closely with the Marketing Director to drive attendance, revenue, exhibitor participation, and brand awareness.
 
 
 
 
 The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with a proven track record delivering high-profile B2B and B2C events across the Middle East, leading multidisciplinary teams and collaborating with commercial, production, and government stakeholders in Saudi Arabia's fast-paced environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 Marketing Strategy &amp; Planning
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Develop and execute annual marketing strategies aligned with business objectives
 </li>
 <li>
 Build integrated marketing plans with clear audience segmentation and positioning
 </li>
 <li>
 Create compelling value propositions for delegates, visitors, exhibitors, and sponsors
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish measurable KPIs for brand awareness, registrations, revenue, and ROI
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead go-to-market strategies for new launches and portfolio growth
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Event Marketing Leadership
 
 
 
 
 Manage the full marketing journey across:
 
 
 
 
 
 Discovery &amp; Planning:
 
 Market research, audience analysis, brand development, campaign planning
 
 
 
 
 
 Launch:
 
 Brand rollout, website launch, speaker announcements, PR and media engagement
 
 
 
 
 
 Growth:
 
 Delegate acquisition, digital advertising, CRM automation, email marketing, partnerships, social campaigns
 
 
 
 
 
 Live Delivery:
 
 Onsite execution, media coverage, VIP engagement, real-time optimization
 
 
 
 
 
 Post-Event:
 
 ROI analysis, lead nurturing, retention strategies, performance reporting
 
 
 
 
 Commercial Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Deliver attendee acquisition targets and support sponsorship sales
 </li>
 <li>
 Maximize marketing ROI and manage budgets effectively
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify new audience segments and revenue opportunities
 </li>
 <li>
 Support market expansion across Saudi Arabia, the GCC, and internationally
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Digital Marketing &amp; Demand Generation
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Performance marketing, paid search/social, LinkedIn campaigns
 </li>
 <li>
 SEO/SEM, marketing automation, CRM strategy
 </li>
 <li>
 Email marketing, website optimization, conversion rate optimization
 </li>
 <li>
 Analytics, lead generation, retargeting, AI-enabled tools
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Brand, Content &amp; Communications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Develop event brands and ensure consistency across channels
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead creative development, copywriting, and storytelling
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee video, photography, and multimedia content
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive social media and thought leadership campaigns
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Public Relations &amp; Media
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Develop regional PR strategies and manage media relationships
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage external agencies and secure media partnerships
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate press conferences and crisis communications
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Government &amp; Stakeholder Management
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Build relationships with government ministries and public sector organizations
 </li>
 <li>
 Secure endorsements and strategic partnerships
 </li>
 <li>
 Align events with national priorities including Saudi Vision 2030
 </li>
 <li>
 Support compliance and protocol requirements for VIPs
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Leadership &amp; Team Development
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead and mentor high-performing marketing teams
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage internal specialists, agencies, and freelancers
 </li>
 <li>
 Foster cross-functional collaboration and set clear KPIs
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Analytics &amp; Performance Reporting
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Track registration performance, ticket sales, marketing ROI, and conversion rates
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor lead generation, customer acquisition costs, and event profitability
 </li>
 <li>
 Present strategic recommendations to senior leadership
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or Communications (Master's preferred)
 </li>
 <li>
 10+ years in integrated marketing with 5+ years in senior leadership
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven success with conferences, exhibitions, or large-scale events in Saudi Arabia and the GCC
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience launching new event brands and managing multi-million-dollar budgets
 </li>
 <li>
 Expertise in digital marketing, CRM, automation, and performance marketing
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong commercial acumen and experience with government stakeholders
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Relevant Event Experience:
 
 
 
 
 B2B conferences, international exhibitions, trade shows, government forums, investment summits, technology/healthcare congresses, sustainability forums, Vision 2030 initiatives, international association congresses
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 
 
 Please note this is a 12 month contract role. It can be performed remotely. We are not able to provide relocation or sponsorship support with the position.
 
 
 
 
 
 We work hard to make sure life at Tahaluf is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. We&rsquo;re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. We don't just accept difference, we celebrate it. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and circumstances and base hiring decisions on relevant qualifications and merit. We are proud to provide a disability-friendly environment. If you require any support or adjustments to participate in our interview or selection processes, please let us know.
 
</div>

Head of Event Marketing - 12 month contract

Alfaisal University

<div></div><div><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">Overview</h5>
<div></div><div><div><div>DepartmentAlumni &amp; Placement Relations</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>DivisionExternal Relations</div>
</div></div><div></div><div><div><div>Job FamilyAdministrative Support</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Reports toDirector of Alumni &amp; Placement Relations</div>
</div></div><div></div><div><div><div>LocationAlfaisal University - Riyadh
</div></div></div></div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Summary</h4>
The role is set up to keep alumni connected to each other and the University. Alumni Relations Officer is responsible for bringing current students into the alumni community; therefore, a lot of promotion work is involved, in addition to day-to-day coordinating, following up and supporting on all the Alumni &amp; Placement Relations requirements as well as alumni and students&rsquo; needs.
Primary Duties &amp; Responsibilities
<ul><li>Supports and coordinates in managing &amp; promoting Alumni Relations programs.</li>
<li>Contributes to the development and success of new alumni job allocation, training, mentoring, and supporting graduates throughout their career paths.</li>
<li>Communicates with the Student Affairs Department and student groups to implement the student-alumni programs.</li>
<li>Ensures that alumni data are appropriately recorded in the Alumni &amp; Placement Relations database and collaborates with other officers in the department to ensure that data classification is completely updated/maintained.</li>
<li>Coordinates and attends events, meetings, or other activities as requested by the line manager including career expos, CSR events, reunions, etc.</li>
<li>Determines new approaches to interact with stakeholders on web and new media platforms such as alumni homepage, alumni online platform, presence on the internet, social and digital media, video projects, virtual tours, live chats, and new apps.</li>
<li>Provides in the content for many different uses within communication portfolios such as alumni e-newsletter, alumni e-blasts, and online alumni platform, etc. to engage alumni members.</li>
<li>Works closely with and supports academic colleges in internships, workshops, and lecture series, which will result in more capable/professional alumni.</li>
<li>Ensures the success and progression of Alfaisal Alumni &amp; Placement Relation&rsquo;s online portal to a maximum level of networking, tracking, and communication with alumni.</li>
<li>Conducts broad-based prospect research such as demographics and industry sector for fundraising, training, and employment and collaboration purposes.</li>
<li>Produces research profiles, bios, wealth indicators for senior administration for fundraising purposes.</li>
<li>Stays informed of social and industry trends and relays this information in a concerted fashion.</li>
<li>Conducts reports and analysis, e.g., alumni rosters, industry reports, BOT reports, QA Statistics &amp; reports, etc. to reflect relevant data gathering and analysis and post-event reports and recommendations.</li>
<li>Ensures that the Alfaisal Ambassadors (alumni) are in-line with the Alfaisal University&rsquo;s brand to facilitate engagement and attract supporters.</li>
<li>Updates and organizes electronic database directory for emailing, calling to be easily accessible and utilized.</li>
<li>Maintains filing and office records accurately.</li>
<li>Performs all duties in a professional, competent, and confidential manner.</li>
<li>Performs all other related duties as required or assigned by the manager.</li> 
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<h4 class="jobSectionHeader">Education &amp; Qualifications</h4>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Marketing, Public Relations, or equivalent from an accredited institute.</li>
<li>Minimum of two (2) years&rsquo; experience working in Human Resources, Public Relations, or related fields (Desirable).
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Alumni Relations Officer

Huspy

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 The Story So Far: We&rsquo;re Building a Global Brand in Real Estate
 
 
 
 Huspy is one of the leading real estate technology companies in EMEA.
 
 
 Launched in 2020, we now operate in multiple cities across the UAE and Spain, Saudi Arabia and 3 more European markets by 2026. Today, we own the largest portion of the UAE mortgage market and are one of the fastest-growing players in every European city we&rsquo;ve entered.
 
 
 We&rsquo;ve raised over $140 million (Series A and Series B) from the world&rsquo;s top investors, including Sequoia Capital and Balderton Capital, to reshape the homebuying journey through powerful technology and agent-first tools.
 
 
 We&rsquo;ve built a SuperApp that empowers real estate agents and mortgage brokers, bringing cutting‑edge technology to one of the world&rsquo;s most traditional industries. We&rsquo;re transforming how property transactions happen &mdash; faster, smarter, and better for everyone.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re not slowing down. The question is: will you be part of what&rsquo;s next?
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 We are looking for a highly driven Strategy &amp; Operations Lead to partner directly with the General Manager, KSA in building and scaling Huspy's real estate business in Saudi Arabia.
 
 
 This is a high-impact role at the intersection of strategy, operations, and execution. You will help design the operating model, establish scalable processes, and drive strategic initiatives as we build the Saudi business from the ground up.
 
 
 
 The Main Event: What You&rsquo;ll Drive, Build, and Own
 
 
 
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 Partner closely with the General Manager to define and execute the growth strategy for the Saudi market.
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 Design and continuously optimize the operating model to support rapid business growth.
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 Build, document, and implement scalable SOPs and operational processes across the business.
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 Work closely with developers and strategic partners to establish and strengthen relationships within the Saudi real estate ecosystem.
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 Design and optimize commission structures that effectively incentivize agent performance while supporting sustainable business growth.
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 Support business planning, reporting, and P&amp;L tracking to enable data-driven decision-making.
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 Analyze business performance, identify operational bottlenecks, and implement improvement initiatives.
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 Drive cross-functional projects across Sales, Operations, Product, Marketing, and Finance.
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 Build dashboards, performance metrics, and reporting frameworks to monitor business health and growth.
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 Support hiring and organizational planning as the Saudi team scales.
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 Take ownership of high-priority strategic initiatives and ensure successful execution from concept to implementation.
 
 
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 The Perfect Match: What It Takes to Succeed at Huspy
 
 
 
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 3&ndash;4 years of experience in Consulting, Business Operations, or CEO Office roles.
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 Experience working in high-growth startups, scale-ups, consulting, marketplace businesses, or proptech is highly preferred.
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 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to turn strategy into execution.
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 Experience designing operational processes, operating models, or business frameworks.
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 Comfortable working with data and business performance metrics, including revenue and P&amp;L reporting.
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 Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
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 Entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to build processes from scratch in a fast-paced environment.
 
 
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 By submitting this application, I agree that my personal data will be collected, processed, and retained by the company solely for the purposes of managing and assessing my candidacy.
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Strategy and Operations Lead

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