Governance Manager

About the Organization

A prominent semi-government organization based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, playing a strategic role in fostering economic growth and promoting sustainable development across major sectors. The entity is committed to innovation, sustainability, and excellence, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking impactful and meaningful careers.

Role Overview

The Governance Manager will spearhead the establishment and ongoing advancement of the corporate governance framework within the organization. This includes enforcing accountability, transparency, regulatory compliance, and sound decision-making processes. The manager will contribute to governance initiatives and provide vital reports to executive leaders and committees.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the deployment and continual refinement of the corporate governance framework aligned with local laws and global best practices.
• Create, revise, and uphold governance policies, procedures, charters, and relevant documentation.
• Perform regular assessments of governance structures and operating methods to ensure they meet organizational goals effectively.
• Guarantee adherence to governance policies including Delegation of Authority (DoA) and collaborate with compliance and other departments on regulatory issues.
• Manage governance reporting activities by preparing detailed reports, dashboards, and presentations for top management, Board, and its committees.
• Support governance committees through organizing meetings, monitoring resolutions, and ensuring action points are carried out.
• Detect governance shortfalls and suggest process enhancements to boost governance maturity and overall organizational efficiency.
• Advise various business units on governance prerequisites and foster governance awareness throughout the organization.
• Stay informed about updates in governance laws and practices and propose modifications to the frameworks accordingly.
• Lead special governance projects designed to increase transparency, accountability, and performance.

Requirements

• Possess a bachelor's degree in business administration, law, corporate governance, public administration, or a related discipline.
• Have at least seven years of professional experience in corporate governance, compliance, internal controls, risk management, or an equivalent field.