Director - Education Strategy

Qiddiya | القدية

Riyadh

On-site

SAR 374,953 - 487,438

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Qiddiya | القدية in Riyadh is looking for a Director - Education Strategy to lead the strategic development of education initiatives within the Qiddiya project. This role involves setting the vision and guiding partnerships to enhance Qiddiya's education ecosystem.

The successful candidate will develop a city-wide education strategy and attract world-class education operators while engaging with key stakeholders. A bachelor's degree in Education or a related field and 10+ years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in education strategy, program development, or management consulting.
Proven leadership experience in managing education projects and teams.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the city-wide education strategy.
Drive the attraction and appointment of world-class education operators.
Lead engagement with government authorities and key external stakeholders.

Skills

Education strategy development

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Investment facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director - Education Strategy to lead the strategic development and execution of education initiatives within the Qiddiya project. This leadership role will be responsible for setting the vision, guiding strategic planning, and driving partnerships that enhance Qiddiya's education ecosystem in alignment with its broader mission.

Key Responsibilities

Education Planning & Asset Strategy
- Develop and maintain the city-wide education strategy, including demand forecasting, capacity requirements, and asset mix
- Develop asset-specific strategy briefs to define educational requirements, operating models, investment opportunities, and operator procurement approaches
Education Partnerships & Investments
- Drive the attraction and appointment of world-class education operators
- Facilitate private investment opportunities across the education portfolio
Stakeholder Management (Internal & External)
- Lead engagement with government authorities and key external stakeholders to enable project delivery
- Collaborate with development teams to ensure assets meet educational and operator requirements

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education, Business Administration, or a related field
10+ years of experience in education strategy, program development, or management consulting
Proven leadership experience in managing education projects and teams

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