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About the Role

Qiddiya is seeking a highly motivated Senior Specialist to join its Strategy Development Office (SDO). This role is central to supporting strategic initiatives, driving key projects, and delivering actionable insights that contribute to the successful execution of Qiddiya's vision and business objectives. The Senior Specialist will collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to analyze market trends, assess performance metrics, and develop strategic recommendations focused on optimizing operational efficiency and fostering growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of strategic plans, initiatives, and projects across the organization.
• Conduct comprehensive research and analysis on market trends, the competitive landscape, and industry best practices.
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and business cases to support senior management decision-making.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather essential data, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), and evaluate project outcomes.
• Assist in identifying potential risks and opportunities, and propose effective mitigation strategies to optimize business performance.
• Facilitate cross-functional coordination to ensure alignment and successful execution of strategic priorities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge on relevant industry developments and innovations.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Economics, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 2-5 years of relevant experience in strategy development, business analysis, or project management.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strategy Development
• Business Analysis
• Project Management
• Market Trends Analysis
• Performance Metrics Assessment
• Formulating Strategic Recommendations
• Optimizing Operational Efficiency
• Developing Growth Strategies
• Research and Analysis
• Competitive Landscape Analysis
• Understanding of Industry Best Practices
• Reporting and Presentation Skills
• Business Case Development
• Data Gathering and Management
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Monitoring
• Project Outcome Evaluation
• Risk Identification and Assessment
• Opportunity Identification
• Developing Mitigation Strategies
• Cross-functional Coordination and Collaboration
• Ensuring Strategic Priority Alignment
• Driving Continuous Improvement Initiatives
• Enhancing Operational Effectiveness and Efficiency
• Staying Abreast of Industry Developments and Innovations

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves close collaboration with senior leadership and various departments within Qiddiya.