Innovation Project Associate (Saudi Arabia)

Eram Talent; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in innovation is searching for an Innovation Project Associate to join their team in Saudi Arabia. This role involves executing innovation programs, communicating with stakeholders, and facilitating various innovation activities. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience in project management or innovation. Strong communication and creative thinking abilities are essential. This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with local and global partners in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in project management, innovation, or related areas.
• Understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Experience in facilitating workshops and engaging with stakeholders is a plus.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Arabic is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute the Innovation programs in partnership with key local and global players.
• Lead communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful program execution.
• Facilitate and co-deliver innovation activities such as workshops.
• Monitor participation through onboarding and navigation of program content.
• Represent the Entrepreneurship Center at events and conferences.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Creative thinking

Research skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Innovation Management, Engineering, or a related field

Job description

About the Role

Eram Talent is looking for an enthusiastic and driven Innovation Project Associate to join our innovative team in Saudi Arabia. The Project Associate supports the Innovation Program Manager in the operations and execution of the Innovation programs within the Entrepreneurship Center. The role entails leading with different parties for the programs and communicating with participants to manage the full process of the Innovation programs from design to execution. The role will be responsible for working with internal and external partners, facilitating, and leading the activities required to run the Innovation programs. Salary is not a constraint; the company is looking for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Perform applicable tasks and duties assigned within the realm of the employee’s knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
• Execute the Innovation programs in partnership with key local and global players.
• Lead communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful program execution.
• Curate top talent to participate in the programs in partnership with local and international universities.
• Facilitate and co‑deliver innovation activities such as icebreakers, design sprints, ideation sessions, and mentorship.
• Liaise with other KAUST units to finalize agreements and produce innovation program content.
• Facilitate day‑to‑day meetings with partners to plan and execute innovation programs.
• Monitor participation through onboarding and navigation of program content.
• Work with the marketing team to plan, develop, and produce internal and external marketing materials and publications; facilitate the creation of content for Innovation programs to be delivered to the KAUST Marketing department.
• Represent KAUST Entrepreneurship Center at local and international events and conferences.
• Assist in implementing strategies for creating a comprehensive mechanism to communicate and manage the innovation programs portfolio.
• Support other programs within the Entrepreneurship Center in facilitating and delivering their training, sessions, and workshops.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Innovation Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2‑4 years of experience in project management, innovation, or related areas.
• Understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in teams.
• Creative thinking and problem‑solving abilities.
• Experience in facilitating workshops and engaging with stakeholders is a plus.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Arabic is preferred.