Director Federations Program

About the Role

Team Saudi is seeking a Director Federations Program to provide strategic oversight and performance management for National Federations (NFs) across all Olympic and Paralympic disciplines. This full-time role, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, ensures alignment with SOPC’s national priorities and Olympic movement standards. The Director will lead the development, integration, and evaluation of NF strategic plans, capacity-building efforts, and athlete development programs, fostering inter-federation collaboration and driving governance improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the alignment of NF strategies with SOPC’s long-term objectives, ensuring coherence across performance targets, governance priorities, and developmental outcomes.
• Provide leadership in guiding NFs through strategic planning processes, ensuring programs are athlete-centered, results-driven, and internationally benchmarked.
• Serve as the lead advisor on NF development to SOPC leadership, contributing to national-level sport planning, policy input, and institutional collaboration.
• Oversee the strategic direction and effectiveness of athlete development pathways implemented by NFs, aligning with SOPC’s High Performance and Talent ID goals.
• Facilitate coordination between NFs, SOTC, and international federations to ensure continuity across training, competitions, and elite transitions.
• Lead the design and implementation of an integrated performance monitoring system for all NFs, including KPIs, benchmarking, and continuous review protocols.
• Identify capacity gaps and drive structured improvement initiatives in NF governance, compliance, and operational maturity.
• Act as a strategic interface between SOPC and NFs, maintaining strong institutional relationships and enabling two-way communication on priorities and challenges.
• Work cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, Technical Advisory, and PMO teams to ensure NF initiatives are compliant, resourced, and on-track.
• Lead the consolidation and presentation of federation performance reports and strategic insights to SOPC’s senior leadership.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic oversight and performance management, preferably within a sports federation or similar organizational context.
• Proven ability to lead strategic planning processes and drive program development.
• Experience in implementing performance monitoring systems and improving governance frameworks.

Stakeholder Engagement

The role requires strong capabilities in stakeholder engagement, including representing SOPC in multi-federation forums, regional working groups, and international development collaborations. The Director will provide coaching, mentorship, and resource guidance to NF leaders to elevate professionalism and operational independence.

Commitment to Workplace Values

Team Saudi is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and empowering environment. We seek applicants who demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful workplace where everyone is protected, valued, and given fair opportunities to thrive.