Standards, Policies and Guidelines Director

Government Confidential; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A national-level organization is seeking an experienced Standards, Policies & Guidelines Director to lead the development and governance of regulatory frameworks and standards. The role ensures compliance with national regulations and international best practices. Candidates should have a background in Veterinary Medicine or Quality Management with at least 5 years of relevant experience. Strong policy drafting skills and familiarity with international standards like ISO and OIE are essential. This position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in policy development or standards management.
• Strong knowledge of international standards like ISO and OIE.
• Experience in regulated or governance-driven environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review policies and standards.
• Monitor compliance and prepare periodic reports.
• Coordinate with stakeholders for effective application of standards.

Skills

Policy drafting and documentation

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Education

Veterinary Medicine or Quality Management or related field

Tools

ISO 9001

Regulatory frameworks

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Standards, Policies & Guidelines Director to lead the development, implementation, and governance of regulatory frameworks, policies, and technical standards within a national-level organization.

This role plays a critical part in ensuring institutional compliance, quality assurance, and alignment with local regulations and international best practices.

Role Purpose

To develop, review, and manage standards, policies, and guidelines that support regulatory compliance, operational consistency, and sector-wide quality, while enabling effective implementation across relevant stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and update policies, standards, and technical guidelines in line with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Establish and maintain unified procedures, frameworks, and governance models.
• Ensure alignment with national regulations and relevant international standards and best practices.
• Conduct regulatory impact and risk assessments related to policies and standards.
• Provide advisory and technical support to internal departments on policy implementation and compliance.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure consistency and effective application of standards.
• Monitor compliance levels and prepare periodic reports with recommendations for improvement.
• Oversee quality assurance practices and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Track international benchmarks and standards (e.g., ISO, OIE) and assess applicability within the organization.

Qualifications & Experience

Veterinary Medicine or Quality Management or a related field

• Minimum 5 years of experience in policy development, standards management, or regulatory frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of international standards such as ISO and OIE.
• Experience working within regulated or governance-driven environments is highly preferred.

Core Competencies

• Strong policy drafting and documentation skills.
• Analytical and regulatory assessment capabilities.
• Knowledge of governance and compliance frameworks.
• Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Ability to translate regulations into practical, implementable guidelines.

Key Skills

• High attention to detail and quality.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.
• Organized, structured, and results-oriented mindset.