Governance Director - City Operations (DEL 5)📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking an accomplished Governance Director for City Operations to lead and oversee governance frameworks and practices across the city operations portfolio. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring robust governance, compliance, and risk management in alignment with Qiddiya's strategic objectives to deliver world-class urban development and operational excellence. This leadership role requires strong expertise in governance within large-scale city or infrastructure operations, driving transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout all levels of city functions. The Governance Director will collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to foster a culture of best-in-class governance that supports operational efficiency and stakeholder confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for operational governance and ensure alignment with Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) policies and processes across the City.
• Offer guidance, support, and ensure compliance with committees, and facilitate decision-making through approval forums.
• Maintain, review, and update key governance documents to ensure efficient and accountable decision-making.
• Provide advisory support on governance best practices and change management initiatives.
• Take ownership of the operational governance rules and policies.
• Lead a high-performing team, promoting a culture of excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement.
• Undertake other tasks and ad-hoc requirements as assigned by the line manager.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A Master's degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in Corporate Governance, Strategy, or Compliance, preferably within an operational environment.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles, regulatory standards, and organizational controls.
• Proven experience working in cross-functional teams and with senior stakeholders, ideally with Middle East experience.

Required Skills

• Governance
• Compliance
• Risk Management
• Leadership
• Change Management
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to distill key insights, interpret complex processes, and present in a concise manner.

Work Environment and Details

This is a full-time position for a Governance Director - City Operations (DEL 5) at Qiddiya. The role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The position requires over 10 years of experience.