Senior Specialist - Governance. SN7

Role Summary: The Governance Senior Specialist will: • Develop a working understanding of all Qiddiya governance structures, frameworks and delegations of authority • Support the implementation and ongoing review of the Qiddiya Development Committee Governance Framework • Coordinate and facilitate operations of N-1 level committees, including scheduling, agenda preparation, minute-taking, and maintaining governance records • Serve as a point of contact for assigned committee-related inquiries and foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders • Track and follow up on action items, approvals, compliance requirements, and related project documentation • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and other governance and compliance-related functions to ensure alignment with CDU objectives and Qiddiya policies • Assist in developing mechanisms to educate staff on governance frameworks, templates, and procedures • Participate in the evaluation of committee effectiveness and support onboarding of independent committee members • Take a proactive outlook on governance implementation, identifying opportunities for improvement, efficiency, and risk mitigation • Assist in policy creation and governance initiatives as directed Key Responsibilities: • Secretariat Support (N-1 Committee Level) • Support the implementation and ongoing review of the Qiddiya Development Committee Governance Framework • Assist Development Teams in adhering to the governance framework and report any non-compliance to the Manager, CDU Governance • Maintain and update committee documents as needed in line with evolving policies and processes • Serve as a point of contact for assigned committee-related inquiries • Help build and maintain relationships with all Qiddiya internal stakeholders to foster a strong governance culture within the organization • Contribute to mechanisms for collecting and acting on stakeholder feedback related to governance structures, templates, and procedures • Coordinate operations of N-1 level committees, including scheduling, preparing agendas, drafting meeting minutes, and maintaining governance records • Track and follow up on action items, approvals, compliance requirements, and related project documentation • Support cross-functional teams in governance-related initiatives, ensuring alignment with CDU objectives • Provide input and administrative support for decision-making processes by ensuring documentation and compliance checks are complete • Governance Efficiency • Assist in developing mechanisms to educate all new and existing staff on the Development Committee Governance Framework and all associated documents, templates and procedures • Work with the CDU Centre of Excellence (CoE) to house all training documentation on a centralized, transparent and user-friendly platform • Stay updated on governance trends, sharing insights and best practices to enhance organizational effectiveness • Support monitoring of adherence to internal governance policies and delegations of authority • Assist in conducting internal reviews of Committee structures, reporting on compliance gaps, risks, and proposed mitigation plans for these • Help prepare reports to CDU management, detailing governance metrics, risk assessments, and compliance findings • Assist in identifying process gaps and opportunities to enhance governance workflows, efficiency, and compliance • Assist in the preparation of reports, dashboards, and analyses to track governance performance • Support the onboarding of independent committee members, ensuring familiarity with Qiddiya's governance standards and Saudi cultural expectations • Participate in the evaluation of N-1 level committees and their members, assessing effectiveness and adherence to governance standards Requirements Qualifications and Skills: • Education: Bachelor's degree in arts, Law, Business Administration, Governance, or a related field, or equivalent work experience in a relevant sector. • Experience: 2-4 years of experience in governance, compliance, risk management, or a related field, preferably with exposure to committee secretariat or governance efficiency roles • Technical Skills: • Working knowledge of governance frameworks, regulatory requirements, and risk management principles • Experience in committee operations and documentation management • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite • Familiarity with centralized documentation platforms and reporting dashboards • Core Competencies: • Strong organizational and time management skills • Good analytical and problem-solving abilities • Effective interpersonal and communication skills • High ethical standards and ability to maintain confidentiality • Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation • Willingness to learn and collaborate within cross-functional teams Proactive approach to supporting governance improvement.