Overview
Programs Director Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at ASTROLABS
Who we Are
Astro Labs is the largest business expansion platform in the GCC and Saudi Arabia. Over the past decade, we have become a catalyst for industry development andinnovationacross multiple economic sectors by:
Supporting regional and global players as they enter new markets.
Drivinginnovationwithin large corporations by developing tailored launchpads that align with industry needs, facilitating both internal and external transformation.
Custom-designing programs for government institutions to upskill talent, promote local businesses, and import international expertise, ultimately fueling economic growth.
Who You Are
We’re seeking a highly skilled Programs Director to join our programs team, responsible for drivinginnovationand sector enablement for our clients. In this role, you will:
Design and implement assigned programs to achieve bothclient satisfactionand target outcomes, while ensuring profitability and aiming for recurring business.
Cultivate and expand business within assigned accounts by identifying and securing new program opportunities.
Actively participate in business development through lead generation, building tailored proposals, attending client meetings, and creatinginnovativeapproaches to grow the unit’s offerings.
Contribute to the growth of the unit through thoughtleadershipand bymentoring team membersto drive collective success.
Retain and grow top-performing team members, and recruit additional talent, both full-time and project-based, as needed.
This is an ideal opportunity for a strategic,hands-onprofessional with a track record infast-paced,entrepreneurial, tech, and digital environments. You will be a key player in shaping the next wave of startups, high-growth businesses, and business leaders in the region, interacting with senior stakeholders in government and leading local and international companies.
This role is especially suited for individuals with a background as both a founder and a consultant who are looking to make a tangible impact on regional ecosystems and lead a team towards operational excellence ininnovationand program design.
The Role
Astro Labs runs high-impact, practicalentrepreneurialprograms throughout the MENA region. As the Programs Director, you will be responsible for program delivery from design through to execution, ensuring milestones and operational excellence are met. With ambitious plans to scale in KSA, UAE, and regionally, and with adiversemix of face-to-face, online, and blended delivery channels, you will be instrumental in designingimpactfulprograms.
70%of your time will be focused on managing projects, overseeing program execution, and working with clients to deliver successful outcomes.
30%of your time will be devoted to identifying new business opportunities, nurturing existing client relationships, and developing strategies to secure new or expanded projects.
Your Responsibilities
Client Relationship & Communication
Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring program effectiveness and alignment with client expectations.
Understand and document client goals and success metrics, communicating these insights to the program team andleadership.
Proactively anticipate and resolve critical client issues, ensuringexceptional serviceand satisfaction.
Maintain opencommunicationwith clients, manage their expectations, and advocate for the best interest of both the client and the company.
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Title: Programs Director
Company: ASTROLABS
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Category: Management, Business
