Education Operations Specialist, Emea

2 weeks ago


Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia 500 Global Full time

Our Mission
We uplift people and economies around the world through entrepreneurship.

Who We Are


500 Global is a venture capital firm with $2.7B in assets under management that invests in founders building fast-growing technology companies.

We focus on markets where technology, innovation, and capital can unlock long-term value and drive economic growth.

We work closely with key stakeholders and advise governments and corporations on how best to support entrepreneurial ecosystems so startups can thrive.

500 Global has backed over 5,000 founders representing more than 2,700 companies operating in 81 countries.

We have invested in 49 companies valued at over $1 billion and 150+ companies valued at over $100 million (including private, public, and exited companies).

Our 180+ team members are located in 27 countries and bring experience as entrepreneurs, investors, and operators from some of the world's leading technology companies.


About 500 Global Education

What You'll Do


This is the perfect role for a highly organized individual who knows how to manage operations and communications processes and is interested in being fully immersed in the world of startups and venture capital.

You will work on all aspects of the programs, but your main focus areas will be planning/execution for in-person and online programs, as well as communications/sales.

Relationship management is an important part of the position as you will be the face of 500 and the Education Team to applicants, participants, and other key stakeholders.

You will report to the Education Director, Operations.

Key Responsibilities Include

  • Engaging and following up with program alumni and nurturing the alumni community through messaging, events, and resource sharing;
  • Providing logístical support for all programs from planning, budgeting, to execution (online and inperson);
  • Tracking and reporting daily and weekly on status of upcoming programs;
  • Creating, implementing, and analyzing the results of pre
- and post-program surveys;

  • Assisting in proposal development for new projects;
  • Additional tasks and admin as required.

What You're Good At

  • Highly Organized: you take initiative to deliver and exceed goals. Past experience may include organizing and executing international conferences, startup bootcamps, or other high quality events.
  • Community Building: you enjoy building thriving communities online and inperson. Past experience may include creating a brand new community, working for a university alumni program, or organizing tech meetups.
  • Relationship-Driven: experience in sales or business development.
  • Self-Motivated: you are comfortable working independently and seeking help when needed.
  • Cross-

Cultural Communication:

you are able to communicate effectively with participants, clients, and team members from around the world, from the United States to MENA.


  • Experience Working with High-Profile People and Organizations: you feel comfortable playing host to a wide variety of people, ensuring they feel comfortable and taken care of.
  • Strong Writer and Communicator: you are a great writer in English, and have the results to prove it.
  • Quick Learner: you are curious and open to learning about how to use software tools to automate processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Topical Knowledge: you understand and read about venture capital & startup growth.
  • Research: you're an analytical thinker and know how to ask smart questions and propose solutions to complex problems.
  • Data analysis: you like looking through historical data to identify trends.

Other Details:

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Must be fluent in English (native or near native proficiency) and Arabic
  • Full time only
  • Based in Riyadh
  • Involves travel across MENA, Africa, and other geographies

Is This You?

  • Our mission gets you out of bed every morning
  • You are looking to channel your curiosity and passion for innovation into bridging the knowledge gap between Silicon Valley and the world's growing tech ecosystems
  • You have experience managing complex projects that interact with multiple stakeholders
  • You are highly focused, selfdriven and organized, with great attention to detail
  • You are a selfstarter, highly adaptable, and learn very quickly
  • You are an enthusiastic team player who inspires and helps other people around you become even better
  • You are excited about working in a diverse environment with different types of people from around the world speaking different languages, exhibiting crosscultural awareness and understanding
  • You make sh*t happen

  • Educational Design

    2 weeks ago


    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia m2r Education Full time

    The Rolem2r Education are working with this international provider of specialised training programmes for the defence sector. They currently have a need for Educational Design & E-Learning Specialist - Interactive Materials in Riyadh. The Educational Design & E-Learning Specialist is responsible for the design, development, and evaluation of training and...


  • Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia IBM Full time

    IntroductionAt IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most...


  • Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia AWS EMEA SARL (Saudi Arabia Branch) - H11 Full time

    AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS)AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access...

  • Receptionist - EMEA

    2 weeks ago


    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Hilton Worldwide, Inc. Full time

    Job Description - Receptionist - EMEA (HOT0ALBA) Job Description Job Number: Receptionist - EMEA ( Job Number: HOT0ALBA ) Work Locations Work Locations : Hilton Riyadh Hotel and Residence Eastern Ring Road Central Region Riyadh A Receptionist provides reception services for Guests to contribute to an overall exceptional experience from check-in...


  • Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Boston Scientific Corporation Full time

    Field Clinical Specialist Neuromodulation, KSA: Work mode: Remote in Country Onsite Location(s): Riyadh, SAAbout the role:Field Clinical Specialist (FCS) provides field/remote clinical, technical & educational support to assigned accounts at a Territory, Regional, National or EMEA level. Work is driven by Customer demand and pre-planned support requirements....


  • Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia MBR Partners Full time

    Service Operation SpecialistMBR Partners is seeking an Operations Specialist for a major smart city project in Saudi Arabia - this is an opportunity to be engaged in one of the world's major development projects.Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.Experience: Proven experience in training and building...


  • Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre Full time

    King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre Full Job DescriptionSummarySupport all departmentalactivities and provides assistance to Senior Radiology Specialist tomaintain high standards of quality and efficiency in accordance withthe department's policy and procedure.EssentialResponsibilities and DutiesAssists SeniorRadiology Specialist in the...


  • Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia AWS EMEA SARL (Saudi Arabia Branch) - H11 Full time

    B.S. in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, HVAC, or other related engineering degree, OR 5+ years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 2+ years of experience in project coordination with multiple teams or vendors to meet project requirements. 3+ years of experience with installation,...


  • Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Precision Hire Solution Full time

    Introduction At IBM work is more than a job its a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better but to attempt things youve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the worlds most...


  • Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre Full time

    Support all departmental activities and provides assistance to Senior Radiology Specialist to maintain high standards of quality and efficiency in accordance with the department's policy and procedure.Essential Responsibilities and Duties: Assists Senior Radiology Specialist in the development of departmental Internal Policies and Procedures (IPPs) and...


  • Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Viking EMEA Full time

    Viking EMEA continues its expansion in the market of the Middle East. Seeing Saudi Arabia as highly potential and challenging market for our products we are looking to enhance the local team with the Area Sales Manager for Gas and Detection product lines in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.The Area Sales Manager will take part in the execution of a Commercial & Sales...


  • Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Informa Markets Full time

    Company Description Tahaluf** brings together strategically important commercial communities from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the wider Gulf region and from around the world through a portfolio of world-class exhibitions and digital platforms.Following the successful launches of award-winning tech events LEAP and Black Hat, Tahaluf will bring iconic Informa...


  • Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Elite Medical Union Company Full time

    Overview:Join our team as a Full-time Operation and Logistics Specialist and play a vital role in managing our medical operations seamlessly. At EMU-SA, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality medical solutions to our clients across Saudi Arabia. As an Operation and Logistics Specialist, you will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth flow of medical...


  • Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia MBR Partners Full time

    MBR Partners is seeking an Operations Specialist for a major smart city project in Saudi Arabia - this is an opportunity to be engaged in one of the world's major development projects.Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.Experience: At least 3 years of experience in service operation and product...


  • Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre Full time

    Provides technical support for all simulation operations, including preparation, maintenance and repair of computerized manikins (software and hardware), task trainers and related multimedia peripherals.Essential Responsibilities and Duties:Serves as simulator operator by programming, testing and running scenarios with faculty instructors, assuring that the...


  • Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre Full time

    Provides technical support for all simulation operations, including preparation,scheduling, maintenance and repair of computerized manikins (software and hardware), task trainers and related multimedia peripherals.Essential Responsibilities and Duties:1- Serves as simulator operator by programming, testing and running scenarios with faculty instructors,...

  • Operations Specialist

    2 weeks ago


    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Sweater Full time

    At Sweater, we're doing more than just reimagining car care. Our eco-forward approach is at the heart of our operations and growth. As we map out our future, we seek a talented and analytical individual to join our team as an Operations Specialist. We are seeking an Operations Specialist to join our team at the first mobile car wash application in the...

  • Civil Site Engineer

    2 weeks ago


    Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia QS Quest Global Markets Ltd. Full time

    The RoleRequirements:About the companyQS Quest Global Markets Ltd are a niche Recruitment & Search Consultancy specialising in the Construction, Engineering & Finance markets throughout the EMEA region. Across the globe through focused and insightful management of the recruitment process, QS Quest Global Markets Ltd help to source the most accomplished...


  • Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre Full time

    Responsible for identifying, analyzing and evaluating of non-clinical and non-medical operational risks associated with the Organization's business activity, and assisting risk owners, in coordination with risk champions, to develop risk treatment plans.Essential Responsibilities and Duties:Implements risk methodologies, procedures and tools of Risk...


  • Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Precision Hire Solution Full time

    Work mode: Hybrid Onsite Location(s): Riyadh Saudi Arabia Additional Locations: Saudi ArabiaRiyadh Diversity Innovation Caring Global Collaboration Winning Spirit High Performance At Boston Scientific well give you the opportunity to harness all thats within you by working in teams of diverse and highperforming employees tackling some of the most important...