Program Manager and Development Advisor - Relocate to Saudi Arabia

About the role

This position requires full relocation to Saudi Arabia and is a permanent full-time Expat relocation package. We are seeking a Program Manager and Development Advisor to join the Management Development Services Division (MDSD), which supports and develops Saudi Aramco leaders through consultants and top global university programs.

Responsibilities

• Designing and Delivering Learning Content – Conduct training programs, both in-person and virtually, ensuring engaging and structured delivery that aligns with adult learning principles and developmental objectives.
• Curriculum Development & Innovation – Collaborate with learning professionals to develop and enhance course materials, integrating modern training aids and digital tools to keep content current and impactful.
• Program Management Excellence – Oversee the full lifecycle of development programs, ensuring timely execution, adherence to budget, and alignment with business and leadership development goals.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication – Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, sponsors, and participants, ensuring transparency and alignment throughout the program lifecycle.
• Team Collaboration & Leadership – Lead and support project teams, setting clear expectations, facilitating collaboration, and providing feedback to ensure high-performance outcomes.
• Continuous Improvement & Evaluation – Conduct needs analyses, develop evaluation plans, and implement metrics to assess program impact and guide iterative improvements.
• Risk and Compliance Management – Proactively manage program risks, maintain compliance with company policies, and ensure accountability during audits or reviews.
• Cultural Alignment & Advisory Support – Guide learning partners on Aramco’s culture and values to ensure relevance and application of leadership development solutions.
• Participant Engagement & Support – Build rapport with participants, understand feedback in context, and ensure a high-quality learning experience throughout the program.
• Operational Oversight & Coordination – Manage logistical aspects including scheduling, field training support, onboarding of new cohorts, and coordination with administrative teams.

Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor degree in business. Master degree is preferred in education or any related field.
• Have 6 to 10 years of experience in leadership programs, program management, project management, and/or curriculum development.
• Have experience facilitating both in-person and virtual workshops.
• Have experience using emerging learning technologies to enhance the learning environment.
• Able to prepare a training classroom environment as well as conduct and evaluate courses.
• Have strong ability to develop and maintain relationships at different levels within the organization and expert ability to effectively manage a classroom environment during training.

Skills

• Have experience using multiple virtual delivery platforms and their tools.
• Have experience using engaging tools and technologies in a learning environment, including content creation on these mediums.
• Have experience with the instructional design of workshops and the corresponding documents to support the learner, including interactive digital participant guides.
• Build experience through continuous research of industry channels for developments in learning and identify practices and technologies appropriate to the organization’s needs.