# Associate Director - Operational Readiness — Qiddiya Investment Company

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Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Type: full_time · Level: senior
Monthly salary: AED 39,200 to 68,600 per month (employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-04-15
Apply: https://apply.workable.com/j/202335ACCE

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## Description

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Director - Operational Readiness to support the delivery of operational readiness initiatives for world-class entertainment and cultural projects. In this role, you will play an essential part in coordinating cross-functional readiness activities, monitoring operational preparedness, and helping ensure smooth project launches that align with Qiddiya’s vision and high standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the development and execution of operational readiness plans to guarantee successful project openings.
- Collaborate closely with project, operations, and training teams to integrate operational requirements and readiness milestones.
- Assist in conducting readiness assessments, identifying gaps, risks, and areas for improvement, and recommend corrective actions.
- Help coordinate and manage training programs for operational staff to ensure optimal preparedness.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to operational readiness and provide regular updates to senior leadership.
- Facilitate communication and alignment between stakeholders to promote a unified approach to operational readiness.
- Contribute to developing best practices, tools, and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of readiness efforts.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5-7 years of experience in operational readiness, project management, or operations within entertainment, hospitality, or large-scale project environments.
• Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage complex project timelines.
• Strong analytical skills with a problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Experience in organizing training programs and operational readiness activities is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
• Understanding of the regional market and cultural context is an advantage.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package

## Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5-7 years of experience in operational readiness, project management, or operations within entertainment, hospitality, or large-scale project environments.
• Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage complex project timelines.
• Strong analytical skills with a problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Experience in organizing training programs and operational readiness activities is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
• Understanding of the regional market and cultural context is an advantage.

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