About the job

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a Manager - Operational Readiness to play a key role in ensuring that our venues and facilities are fully prepared for launch and ongoing operations. You will work closely with various departments to assess operational readiness, identify potential risks, and implement strategies that promote smooth and efficient operations.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of one of the largest entertainment and sports destinations in Saudi Arabia by supporting operational excellence from the ground up.About the job

Are you passionate about football (soccer) and interested in growing a local football community?

Stranger Soccer is expanding globally and is looking for an Operator & License Owner to launch, manage, and grow our football platform in Jeddah.

This is not a conventional management job—it's an opportunity to build and operate your own local football operation while making football more accessible in your city. It's ideal for entrepreneurial individuals who are passionate about the game and driven to create meaningful, lasting impact.

⚽ About The Opportunity

As an Operator & License Owner, you'll lead the growth of Stranger Soccer in Jeddah—from building local partnerships and managing operations to growing an active community of players.

You'll have the freedom to shape the local operation while benefiting from the systems, expertise, and support of our Singapore headquarters.

💼 Key Responsibilities

• Launch and grow Stranger Soccer in Jeddah
• Build partnerships with football venues and secure quality playing locations
• Recruit, coordinate, and support Official Hosts and local team members
• Drive marketing initiatives to attract players and grow the community
• Oversee game operations and deliver an outstanding player experience

Identify opportunities to improve and expand the local operationAbout the job

• Location: Dubai, UAE
• type: Full-Time
• Salary: 8000 (AED)
• Experience: 2 Years of experience
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Event Coordinator

• We are looking for a dynamic Event Coordinator to assist in the planning and execution of corporate, private, and public events.
• The ideal candidate is energetic, organized, and ready to work in a fast-paced environment.
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Creators HQ | Dubai, UAE | Full-Time

Job Title: Assistant Events Manager

Department: Creators & Programs

Reports To: Events Manager / Head of Events

Location: Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai, UAE

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: Mid-Level (3-6 Years)

Role Summary

The Assistant Events Manager will support the planning, coordination, and execution of Creators HQ's year-round events, workshops, creator meetups, partner activations, and flagship initiatives, including the 1 Billion Followers Summit.

This role requires a highly organized and proactive professional who can manage multiple projects simultaneously, coordinate with creators, partners, vendors, and internal teams, and ensure seamless event delivery from planning through execution.

The ideal candidate is passionate about the creator economy, thrives in fast-paced environments, and has experience supporting high-profile events involving VIPs, government stakeholders, media representatives, creators, and international guests.

Key Responsibilities

Event Planning & Coordination

• Support the end-to-end planning and execution of Creators HQ events and programs
• Assist in developing event timelines, project plans, run sheets, and operational checklists
• Coordinate logistics, venue requirements, registrations, transportation, accommodation, and event materials
• Ensure all event deliverables are completed within agreed timelines
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Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with creators, speakers, partners, sponsors, vendors, and suppliers
• Support guest management, invitations, confirmations, and attendance tracking
• Assist in VIP and delegation coordination before and during events
• Act as a key point of contact for event stakeholders and participants
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On-Ground Event Operations

• Support event setup, registration desks, guest flow, backstage operations, and venue management
• Coordinate event staff, volunteers, and suppliers on-site
• Monitor event execution and proactively resolve operational issues
• Ensure a high-quality attendee experience throughout all events
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Program & Community Events

• Support the delivery of workshops, networking events, creator meetups, and educational programs
• Assist in managing event calendars and scheduling
• Coordinate creator engagement activities and member experiences
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Reporting & Administration

• Maintain event budgets, quotations, purchase requests, and vendor documentation
• Prepare post-event reports, attendance summaries, feedback analysis, and recommendations
• Track event KPIs and support continuous improvement initiatives
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Requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Marketing, Hospitality, Communications, or related field
• 3-6 years of experience in event management, event operations, hospitality, or project coordination
• Experience supporting conferences, exhibitions, summits, or large-scale corporate events
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Experience working with VIPs, senior executives, and external partners
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and event management platforms
• Fluent English required; Arabic is a strong advantage
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About the job

Job Code: JPC - 6300

Job Title: Event Operations Assistant

Job Location: Abu Dhabi

Job Description

The Event Operations Assistant is responsible for providing operational and coordination support for live events, public programs, activations, and cultural initiatives. The role supports the successful planning, execution, and delivery of events by coordinating with internal teams, vendors, performers, suppliers, and stakeholders while ensuring all operational activities are completed according to approved plans, schedules, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Event Operations Coordination

1. Support the coordination and monitoring of on-site event operations across public events, activations, and programs.
2. Assist with event readiness checks to ensure activities are delivered according to approved operational plans and schedules.
3. Monitor event setup, live operations, and post-event breakdown activities to ensure smooth execution.
4. Identify operational issues, risks, or gaps and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to facilitate timely resolution.
5. Maintain effective communication between internal departments, vendors, suppliers, and event management partners.

Scheduling & Operational Monitoring

1. Maintain operational schedules, event timelines, run sheets, and key deliverables.
2. Track event progress against approved schedules and escalate delays or operational concerns when required.
3. Coordinate schedule updates and operational changes with all relevant stakeholders.
4. Support operational readiness activities to ensure successful event delivery.

Performance & Program Coordination

1. Coordinate with event agencies, performers, suppliers, and operational partners during event delivery.
2. Monitor service delivery to ensure compliance with agreed scopes, schedules, and operational requirements.
3. Facilitate communication between technical teams, performers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
4. Support the execution of performance and program activities in accordance with approved event plans.

Compliance & Administrative Support

1. Track permits, approvals, operational documentation, and event-related records.
2. Ensure compliance with venue procedures, operational standards, and health and safety requirements.
3. Maintain operational trackers, supplier records, project documentation, and event files.
4. Support post-event reporting, administrative tasks, and event evaluations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in event operations, event coordination, live events, activations, or similar operational support roles.
• Experience supporting public events, cultural programs, exhibitions, activations, or large-scale visitor experiences is preferred.
• Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders, vendors, suppliers, and operational teams.
• Experience within museums, cultural institutions, heritage organizations, government entities, or public-facing environments is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays, based on event requirements.

Language Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Arabic language proficiency is preferred.

Core Competencies

• Knowledge of live event operations and production coordination.
• Understanding of venue operations, event logistics, and health & safety practices.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with vendors, suppliers, performers, and operational stakeholders.
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments.
• Proactive approach with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience maintaining operational trackers, schedules, and event coordination documentation

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.

If this role truly excites you and the criteria match your current experience, we encourage you to apply!

Please share your updated CV to Ms. Nagam at nagham.a@sundusglobal.com