Role Summary:The Governance Senior Specialist will:
- Develop a working understanding of all Qiddiya governance structures, frameworks and delegations of authority
- Support the implementation and ongoing review of the Qiddiya Development Committee Governance Framework
- Coordinate and facilitate operations of N-1 level committees, including scheduling, agenda preparation, minute-taking, and maintaining governance records
- Serve as a point of contact for assigned committee-related inquiries and foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders
- Track and follow up on action items, approvals, compliance requirements, and related project documentation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and other governance and compliance-related functions to ensure alignment with CDU objectives and Qiddiya policies
- Assist in developing mechanisms to educate staff on governance frameworks, templates, and procedures
- Participate in the evaluation of committee effectiveness and support onboarding of independent committee members
- Take a proactive outlook on governance implementation, identifying opportunities for improvement, efficiency, and risk mitigation
- Assist in policy creation and governance initiatives as directed
Key Responsibilities:
- * Secretariat Support (N-1 Committee Level)
- Support the implementation and ongoing review of the Qiddiya Development Committee Governance Framework
- Assist Development Teams in adhering to the governance framework and report any non-compliance to the Manager, CDU Governance
- Maintain and update committee documents as needed in line with evolving policies and processes
- Serve as a point of contact for assigned committee-related inquiries
- Help build and maintain relationships with all Qiddiya internal stakeholders to foster a strong governance culture within the organization
- Contribute to mechanisms for collecting and acting on stakeholder feedback related to governance structures, templates, and procedures
- Coordinate operations of N-1 level committees, including scheduling, preparing agendas, drafting meeting minutes, and maintaining governance records
- Track and follow up on action items, approvals, compliance requirements, and related project documentation
- Support cross-functional teams in governance-related initiatives, ensuring alignment with CDU objectives
- Provide input and administrative support for decision-making processes by ensuring documentation and compliance checks are complete
- Governance Efficiency
- Assist in developing mechanisms to educate all new and existing staff on the Development Committee Governance Framework and all associated documents, templates and procedures
- Work with the CDU Centre of Excellence (CoE) to house all training documentation on a centralized, transparent and user-friendly platform
- Stay updated on governance trends, sharing insights and best practices to enhance organizational effectiveness
- Support monitoring of adherence to internal governance policies and delegations of authority
- Assist in conducting internal reviews of Committee structures, reporting on compliance gaps, risks, and proposed mitigation plans for these
- Help prepare reports to CDU management, detailing governance metrics, risk assessments, and compliance findings
- Assist in identifying process gaps and opportunities to enhance governance workflows, efficiency, and compliance
- Assist in the preparation of reports, dashboards, and analyses to track governance performance
- Support the onboarding of independent committee members, ensuring familiarity with Qiddiya's governance standards and Saudi cultural expectations
- Participate in the evaluation of N-1 level committees and their members, assessing effectiveness and adherence to governance standards
RequirementsQualifications and Skills:- Education: Bachelor's degree in arts, Law, Business Administration, Governance, or a related field, or equivalent work experience in a relevant sector.
- Experience: 2-4 years of experience in governance, compliance, risk management, or a related field, preferably with exposure to committee secretariat or governance efficiency roles
- Technical Skills:
* Working knowledge of governance frameworks, regulatory requirements, and risk management principles
* Experience in committee operations and documentation management
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
* Familiarity with centralized documentation platforms and reporting dashboards
* Core Competencies:
* Strong organizational and time management skills
* Good analytical and problem-solving abilities
* Effective interpersonal and communication skills
* High ethical standards and ability to maintain confidentiality
* Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
* Willingness to learn and collaborate within cross-functional teams
Proactive approach to supporting governance improvement.
