Executive Director
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About the Role
Seeking an Executive Director/CEO to lead overall operations and business growth for a tourism and cultural projects company. The role requires 8-12 years of management experience, fluency in English and Arabic, and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Tourism, or Hospitality.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the company’s daily operations and business activities
- Develop and execute business growth and expansion strategies
- Build partnerships and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders
- Supervise operational performance across all projects and locations
- Manage and support internal teams and outsourced service providers
- Represent the company in meetings, events, and business opportunities
- Monitor financial and operational performance and provide reports to the Board
- Identify new revenue opportunities and market channels
- Ensure high service quality and customer satisfaction
- Develop annual plans, targets, and operational improvements
- Support the company’s long term vision and organizational growth
Requirements
- 8–12 years of experience in management, operations, or business development roles
- Previous experience in tourism, hospitality, events, or related industries preferred
- Proven experience in leadership and managing teams
- Strong background in business growth and partnership development
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Tourism, Hospitality, or related field
- Fluent in English and Arabic
- Based in Jeddah or familiar with the Western Region market
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Role Overview
- On behalf of our client, we are seeking an Executive Director / CEO who will be responsible for leading the company’s overall operations and business growth initiatives, while reporting directly to the Board of Directors.
- The role requires a hands on leader capable of managing daily operations, supervising teams, developing strategic partnerships, and driving revenue growth across the company’s tourism and cultural projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the company’s daily operations and business activities
- Develop and execute business growth and expansion strategies
- Build partnerships and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders
- Supervise operational performance across all projects and locations
- Manage and support internal teams and outsourced service providers
- Represent the company in meetings, events, and business opportunities
- Monitor financial and operational performance and provide reports to the Board
- Identify new revenue opportunities and market channels
- Ensure high service quality and customer satisfaction
- Develop annual plans, targets, and operational improvements
- Support the company’s long term vision and organizational growth
Requirements
- 8–12 years of experience in management, operations, or business development roles
- Previous experience in tourism, hospitality, events, or related industries is preferred
- Proven experience in leadership and managing teams
- Strong background in business growth and partnership development
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Tourism, Hospitality, or any related field
- Fluent in English and Arabic
- Based in Jeddah or familiar with the Western Region market
- Strong network and relationship building skills are an advantage
- Ability to manage both strategic and operational responsibilities
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