COMPANY OVERVIEW
NEOM 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 OVERVIEW
The Director of Research and Healthcare Talent leads the development and implementation of research and health workforce strategy for a fully integrated health and wellbeing system for NEOM pioneers and future residents and visitors aligned with NEOM’s vision.
The Director has the active role in developing content and supporting process related to the health system research and workforce initiatives and projects.
The Director is responsible for leading teams and for guiding them in gathering the relevant information and compiling reports, to align with internal stakeholders to produce healthcare workforce strategy of the evolving healthcare system components.
The individual works very closely with the rest of the sector and formulates requirements and expectations on assets, equipment, and technical solutions. The individual will actively liaise with other relevant sectors during the development stage of masterplans and asset design projects.
ROLE COMPETENCIES & ACTIVITIES
The Director of Research and Healthcare Talent responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Ensure Main Contract and Subcontracts are correctly administered, including agreement to the variations to the scope of work.
Strategy, Planning and Coordination
- Lead the development of the healthcare academia, research and workforce strategy (ART) of Neom healthcare system
- Identify key initiatives and interventions that are needed to achieve the strategy
- Collaborate with key stakeholders, including healthcare providers, researchers, and technology partners, to identify strategic ART opportunities
- Align with internal and external stakeholders.
Project delivery and Risk Management
- Lead a multidisciplinary team of experts in research, academia and talent to achieve strategic objectives.
- Foster partnerships with academic institutions, talent and industry leaders to advance healthcare research and talent acquisition and retention.
- Oversee and provide periodic reports regarding project progress, challenges, risks, and mitigation plans
Administration and Contract Management
- Oversee the operational aspects of ART initiatives, ensuring efficient and effective implementation.
- Lead the development of scope of work documents to support new contract establishment or renewal of existing contracts
- Monitor and evaluated contract delivery and project performance
- Lead all external communications activities (incl. internal/external marketing of the sector, maintaining promotional materials, developing strategic communications, etc.) Relationship and Stakeholder Management
- Participate in sector and division meetings and provide insight on the overall performance and directions of the sector.
- Collate stakeholders’ feedback on issues, challenges and unmet requirements and develop action plans
- Act as a role model for the sector in interaction with other sectors and departments
People Management
- Lead the ART team to perform their operations in accordance with set policies and procedures
- Promote a high-performance working environment embracing NEOM’s values
Culture and Values
- Embrace NEOM’s culture and Values https://www.neom.com/en-us/about.
- Act with honesty and integrity by following best practices, and upholding the robust standards and expectations set out in NEOM’s Code of Conduct.
- Maintain fair, ethical and professional work practices in accordance with NEOM’s Values and Code of Conduct.
- Adhere to NEOM’s Policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with rules.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- 10-15 years of experience in academia, research and training in healthcare sectors.
- Relevant experience in formulating strategic and analytical recommendations
- Relevant experience in workforce planning, training and academia
- Ability to research, formulate insights, and communicate clearly and concisely (both orally and in writing)
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in health science majors or Business Administration, (or equivalent) is required
- Master’s in public health, business administration, medicine or related topics is required
