Manager, Regional Project

Job ID: 13887

Sector:

Government Affairs

Location: NEOM, Saudi Arabia

COMPANY OVERVIEW

NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.

As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.

As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.

Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Manager, Regional Projects will play a pivotal role in representing Government Affairs within the assigned NEOM Stakeholders for the purpose of administrating and executing all duties related to Government Affairs services in interacting within NEOM Region/Sectors or the external Government Authorities.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIES

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing project implementation & administration requirements.
• Reporting, monitoring and evaluation of the project development.
• Create functional strategies and objectives for sub function.
• Develop policies/procedures to support projects delivery.
• Support activations and special projects of all NEOM sectors.
• Execute and handle the assigned duties related to Regional Projects Services to NEOM Regions/Sectors.
• Provide regular reports and statistics on the progress of the cases handled.
• Execute and handle all Stakeholder’s corporate certificates, licenses and permits.
• Advise and guide NEOM Regions/Sectors in their related matters with the Government entities.
• Suggest improvements in the internal processes.
• Participate in projects and initiatives beyond day-to-day operational tasks.
• Participate in the department's strategic planning.
• Receive direction and day-to-day supervision from the Director.
• Interact with NEOM Regions/Sectors to receive requests or provide answers or guidance.
• Provide and obtain information related to pending cases.
• Respond to inquiries from other departments regarding Government processes and issues.
• Familiarity with local and global regulations such as NCA, NDMO, and GDPR.

BACKGROUND, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge Skills and Experience

• 8+ years of relevant work experience in DPP program management, processes, practices, technologies, risk management, audit, or compliance.
• Ability to work effectively in both informal and highly official settings.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluent in English and Arabic oral and writing.
• High standard of character and conduct.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with no less than 8 years of experience in Government Relations, Public Relations or relevant area.

NEOM is committed to attracting and retaining the highest caliber of employees to support NEOM’s vision, mission and strategy. NEOM sources the best candidates based on fit for the role and searches local and global markets to identify talent.

NEOM is an equal opportunities employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, disability, age, or any other form of discrimination/other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.

As part of our recruitment process, NEOM will undertake reference checks to confirm suitability for the role. All offers of employment are subject to references, evidence of all qualifications and awards, and other background checks being satisfactorily completed.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The employee may be required to perform additional job-related tasks and duties as assigned.