Industry Capacity Building Manager

OVERVIEWNEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like.
A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world's most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!ROLE OVERVIEWNEOM's Entertainment and Culture sector (E&C) requires an Industry Capacity Building Manager to play a key role in the design and delivery of specialized education and training programs for the entertainment & cultural industries including but not limited to NEOM's Arts & Cultural Leadership Development Program and related initiatives.
This position requires an individual with an understanding and passion for the cultural sector and education and training, to support building a professional creative workforce aligned with NEOM's strategic vision.Reporting to the Director of Engagement & Capacity Building this role is key to preparing a highly skilled specialized workforce for the Entertainment and Culture industries at NEOM.REQUIREMENTS SUMMARYExperience in program management, with a focus on education, training, and professional development in creative and cultural industries.
Strong understanding of entertainment and cultural industries, with proven experience in building specialized education and training programs.
Advanced relationship-building skills with both internal leadership and external industry and public sector partners, supporting program collaboration and participant engagement.
Expertise in overseeing learner experiences, including outreach, selection, onboarding, training, and alumni development.
Skilled in applying resources effectively across program delivery, evaluation, and talent outreach to meet industry workforce needs.
Commitment to driving innovation in education and training to support future creative industry growth.ROLE COMPETENCIES & ACTIVITIESThe Industry Capacity Building Manager responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
Program Management and CoordinationManage and coordinate specialized education, training and professional development programs for the creative, cultural and entertainment industries such as the recently inaugurated NEOM Arts & Cultural Leadership Development Program.
Collaboration with Education and Training PartnersWork closely with E&C's domestic and global education and training partners and suppliers to co-design and develop specialized programs matched to NEOM and wider entertainment and cultural industry requirements.
Learner Participant Experience ManagementManage all stages of learner participant experience from national talent outreach, selection, onboarding, training online and in person, to industry placement and ongoing alumni engagement.
Alumni Community DevelopmentEstablish the E&C alumni community and pilot an annual program of continuous professional development initiatives with the aim of maintaining close relationships with all graduates of NEOM's E&C professional learning offerings.
Relationship Building with NEOM and Industry PartnersBuild and maintain trusted relationships with NEOM E&C leaders.
Equally, develop and maintain professional relationships with external domestic and international industry and public sector partners.
Resource Management and ApplicationEffectively manage and apply resources across, talent outreach, selection, program delivery, evaluation of all education and training activities to efficiently support NEOM E&C industry workforce needs and requirements.
Excellence and Innovation in Education and TrainingContribute to driving excellence and innovation in creative industries education and training practices to foster and enable the future of culture and entertainment at NEOM and beyond.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge, Skills and ExperienceSubstantial knowledge and understanding of Entertainment & Cultural Industries.
Substantial knowledge and understanding of education, training and professional development practices for the creative and cultural industries.
A minimum of 7 years relevant industry experience.
Demonstrable experience effectively managing programs, projects and initiatives in a complex, fast-paced environment.
Well-developed relationship and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills are essential.
Strong interpersonal skills with the capability to deal with people from diverse backgrounds.
A strong process-oriented mindset.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
QualificationsBachelor degree level qualifications in Education, Entertainment & Culture related field preferable, but not essential.
Understanding and experience of higher education, technical training and professional development environments and practices.
Proficiency in office software/Microsoft 365 suite.#