Education Operations Specialist, Emea

1 week ago

Riyadh, 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 in-person);
- 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 in-person. 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, self-driven and organized, with great attention to detail
- You are a self-starter, 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 cross-cultural awareness and understanding
- You make sh*t happen

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