Senior Manager - Connectivity Development

Red Sea Global; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Sea Global seeks a senior leader to govern technology infrastructure, connectivity ecosystems, and operational readiness across destinations. The role aligns initiatives with regulatory requirements, organizational priorities, and long-term tech objectives while promoting scalability and sustainable growth.

The position requires driving cross-destination standardization, strategic planning, and collaboration with telecom operators, providers, and internal teams to strengthen RSG's digital

Qualifications

• Experience in telecommunications, connectivity and digital infrastructure.
• Experience with multi-stakeholder governance and strategic planning.
• Background in governance, operations or program management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Technology Infrastructure and Connectivity governance across destinations.
• Ensure regulatory alignment and service readiness for hospitality tech.
• Coordinate with operators, providers, and ecosystem partners.
• Lead strategic planning, budgeting, and KPI development for the department.
• Drive cross-destination tech standardization and lifecycle management.
• Manage stakeholder relationships to deliver scalable technology programs.

Skills

Telecommunications

Connectivity

Infrastructure

Technology operations

Smart cities

Digital infrastructure

Multi-stakeholder governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

MBA or related postgraduate degree

Job description

Be the change. Join the world’s most visionary developer.

Red Sea Global (RSG) is showing that there is a better way to positively shape the places we live, work and travel.

We are purpose-driven and committed to people and planet. Our transformative programs are a driving force to achieving Vision 2030, as well as leading the world towards regenerative tourism.

Join RSG and be part of the positive change for Saudi Arabia and the world.

Job Purpose:

This role is a leadership role responsible for providing governance, oversight, and advisory support across technology infrastructure, connectivity ecosystems, and operational readiness initiatives throughout Red Sea Global.

The role ensures that connectivity, infrastructure, and operational initiatives remain aligned with organizational priorities, regulatory requirements, operational needs, and long-term technology objectives while promoting consistency, scalability, and sustainable growth across all destinations. The role operates across multiple stakeholders, providing strategic guidance, facilitating collaboration, identifying risks and dependencies, and supporting leadership in driving informed decisions that strengthen Red Sea Global's technology ecosystem.

Job Responsibilities:

Functional Responsibilities:

• Technology Infrastructure and Connectivity.
• Connectivity Operations and Service Readiness.
• Hospitality Technology Connectivity.
• Service Providers and Telecom Operators & Ecosystem Management.
• Infrastructure Ecosystem Governance & Oversight.
• Cross-Destination Technology Standardization.
• Regulatory and Compliance Alignment.
• Strategic Planning & Continues Improvements.

Managerial Responsibilities

• Contribute to the Division’s strategy and business plans from the Department’s perspective in alignment with RSG’s vision and mission.
• Develop the Department’s business plans, objectives, KPIs, and operational plans, ensuring successful implementation.
• Prepare and manage the Department’s annual budget, aligning resources with planned activities and monitoring financial performance.
• Oversee development and adherence to Department policies and procedures; ensure departmental KPIs are developed, cascaded, and monitored.
• Ensure effective staffing, professional development, and deployment of Department staff in coordination with the Division Executive.
• Manage the Department’s relationship with internal and external customers to ensure needs are addressed efficiently.

Job Requirements:

Academic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree is preferred.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience in telecommunications, connectivity, infrastructure, technology operations, smart cities, digital infrastructure, or large-scale development projects.
• Experience working with telecom operators, infrastructure providers, system integrators, or giga-project environments.
• Experience operating within complex multi-stakeholder organizations.
• Experience in governance, strategic planning, operations, or program management.

Preferred Background

• Telecommunications, connectivity, infrastructure, or digital ecosystem background.
• Experience within telecom operators, neutral hosts, infrastructure providers, system integrators, or large-scale developments.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and multi-operator environments.
• Experience in smart cities, hospitality technology, giga projects, or destination developments is highly desirable.
• Exposure to infrastructure operations and service lifecycle management is preferred.

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