Specialist, Games

Job Purpose

The Specialist, Games will provide critical administrative and logistical support to Team Saudi's involvement in Paralympic and multi-sport events. This includes assisting in athlete selection procedures, crafting and implementing detailed operational plans, and ensuring adherence to event guidelines. The role acts as a key communication link among stakeholders, coordinates logistical arrangements, and contributes to continuous enhancements through post-event assessments. The overall objective is to deliver a well-organized experience for athletes and teams aligned with SOPC’s standards and goals.

Athlete Delegation Criteria & Selection

• Assist in creating and refining criteria for choosing athletes to represent Team Saudi in Paralympic and multi-sport events, ensuring these align with SOPC objectives, event requirements, and international norms.
• Support the athlete selection process by maintaining detailed records, tracking criteria adherence, and promoting fairness and transparency in decision-making.
• Provide updates to National Federations, coaches, and other stakeholders to maintain alignment and collaboration in athlete selection and preparation.
• Offer administrative assistance in monitoring athlete performance and wellbeing during competitions, escalating issues to senior team members as necessary.
• Contribute to post-event reviews by compiling and organizing feedback, documenting lessons learned, and suggesting improvements for future selection and participation strategies.

Oversight of Multi-Sports Events’ Logistics

• Help develop comprehensive logistical plans involving travel, accommodation, meals, and equipment to ensure smooth participation in events, adhering to event regulations.
• Support execution of logistics plans by managing schedules, coordinating daily operations, and ensuring efficiency during event timelines.
• Assist with logistics coordination when organizing committee provisions are insufficient, arranging bookings for accommodations, transport, and meals to meet SOPC quality benchmarks.
• Monitor and report any logistical issues concerning accommodations, transportation, or meals to senior personnel or event organizers if standards are compromised.
• Coordinate ongoing communication with service providers and stakeholders to ensure all operational requirements are fulfilled effectively.
• Assist in budget tracking and management for Team Saudi’s event participation, ensuring resources are appropriately utilized to support athlete performance.
• Participate in post-event evaluations by gathering logistical feedback and helping identify improvements for future planning.

Our Commitment

Team Saudi is dedicated to fostering a safe, supportive, and empowering atmosphere for all athletes and staff. We seek candidates who uphold integrity, professionalism, and are devoted to maintaining a respectful workplace where everyone is valued, protected, and afforded equal chances to excel.