Academic Programs Operations Lead

Qatar Foundation International; Doha; On-site; QAR 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Qatar Foundation International seeks an experienced operations leader for its Academic Support Unit to oversee day-to-day activities, training programs, and center events. You will ensure seamless scheduling, resource allocation, and logistical readiness aligned with institutional priorities to deliver high-quality learning experiences.

Responsibilities include budget oversight, vendor management, and leading a team of academic support professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with emphasis on business; Master’s degree preferred.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience.
• Experience negotiating with vendors in a business environment.
• Strong project management skills with attention to detail.
• Sound financial and business acumen.
• Excellent organizing and planning skills; strategic thinking.
• Familiarity with contractual terms and accounting processes.
• Excellent writing skills; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of Academic Support Unit, ensuring training programs, events, and center activities run smoothly.
• Schedule, allocate resources, and ensure logistical readiness for all academic development programs.
• Manage use of physical and digital resources to support high-quality learning experiences.
• Monitor operational budgets for training and events; ensure cost efficiency and policy compliance.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers; ensure contractual compliance and service quality.
• Lead and develop the Academic Support team; set objectives and monitor performance.
• Implement and monitor quality standards for program delivery and learner experience.
• Serve as primary contact for internal stakeholders to align program requirements and readiness.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks; maintain readiness for business continuity.
• Track participation, utilization, and feedback; provide leadership with regular reports.

Skills

Project management

Vendor management

Budgeting/financial acumen

MS Office proficiency

Organizing and planning

Arabic (advantage)

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (business)

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Qatar Foundation International seeks an experienced operations leader for its Academic Support Unit to oversee day-to-day activities, training programs, and center events. You will ensure seamless scheduling, resource allocation, and logistical readiness aligned with institutional priorities to deliver high-quality learning experiences.

Responsibilities include budget oversight, vendor management, and leading a team of academic support professionals.