Projects Lead Qatar Foundation Education & Academia 09:38

AimGulf; Doha; On-site; QAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Qatar Foundation is seeking a Projects Lead to manage the Academic Support Unit, ensuring smooth execution of training programs, events, and center activities in Doha. The role coordinates internal academic teams, aligns program requirements, and maintains operational readiness. Key responsibilities include budgeting, vendor management, planning, and developing the team.

A Bachelor’s in business is required; a Master’s is preferred. Arabic is an advantage.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of relevant experience.
• Prior experience in managing and negotiating with vendors in a business environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Academic Support Unit, ensuring seamless execution of training programs, events, and center activities.
• Ensure timely scheduling, resource allocation, and logistical readiness for all academic development programs in alignment with institutional priorities.
• Manage the effective utilization of physical and digital resources, including training spaces, technology, and materials, to support high-quality learning experiences.
• Monitor and manage operational budgets for training and events; ensure cost efficiency and compliance with financial policies.
• Oversee relationships with external vendors and service providers for logistics, materials, and training delivery; ensure contractual compliance and service quality.
• Lead and develop the Academic Support team; set clear objectives, monitor performance, and build capabilities in operations and logistics management.
• Implement and monitor quality standards for program delivery and learner experience; identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on program requirements and operational readiness.
• Ensure operational risks are identified and mitigated; maintain readiness to execute business continuity plans during disruptions.
• Oversee accurate tracking of program participation, utilization, and feedback; provide regular reports and insights to leadership for decision-making.

Skills

Financial acumen

Organizing & planning

Strategic thinking

Logistical procedures

Experience with legal contracts

Advanced accounting

Excellent writing & communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Projects Lead will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Academic Support Unit at Qatar Foundation. This role involves ensuring the seamless execution of training programs, events, and center activities, while serving as the primary point of contact for internal academic teams to ensure alignment on program requirements and operational readiness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Academic Support Unit, ensuring seamless execution of training programs, events, and center activities.
• Ensure timely scheduling, resource allocation, and logistical readiness for all academic development programs in alignment with institutional priorities.
• Manage the effective utilization of physical and digital resources, including training spaces, technology, and materials, to support high-quality learning experiences.
• Monitor and manage operational budgets for training and events; ensure cost efficiency and compliance with financial policies.
• Oversee relationships with external vendors and service providers for logistics, materials, and training delivery; ensure contractual compliance and service quality.
• Lead and develop the Academic Support team; set clear objectives, monitor performance, and build capabilities in operations and logistics management.
• Implement and monitor quality standards for program delivery and learner experience; identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders (academic teams) to ensure alignment on program requirements and operational readiness.
• Ensure operational risks are identified and mitigated; maintain readiness to execute business continuity plans during disruptions.
• Oversee accurate tracking of program participation, utilization, and feedback; provide regular reports and insights to leadership for decision-making.
• Perform other reasonable tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Experience Required:

• 8-10 years of relevant experience.
• Prior experience in managing and negotiating with vendors in a business environment.

Education Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree with emphasis on business, Master’s degree preferred.

Skills Required:

• Sound financial and business acumen
• Excellent organizing and planning skills
• Conceptual thinking and strategic planning skills
• Logistical Procedures and Policies
• Experience with Legal Contracts
• Advance Accounting
• Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft and edit a variety of written reports and communications and to articulate ideas clearly and concisely
• Proficiency in MS Office applications

Languages:

Arabic proficiency is an advantage.

Employment / Job Type:

Full Time

About the Company:

Qatar Foundation supports education, research, innovation, community development, and social progress in Qatar. Career paths span education, research, technology, sustainability, administration, communications, finance, human resources, project management, and other professional functions.

Company Industry:

Education

Department / Functional Area:

Teaching & Training Academic Support

Closing Date:

21 October 2026