Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Manager — Cultural & Religious Compliance to lead cultural and Islamic compliance within our PMO/ PMC. The successful candidate will develop, implement, and oversee policies and practices that ensure all project activities respect Islamic principles and Saudi cultural norms. This role requires close collaboration with project leadership, contractors, third-party vendors, government relations, and community stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of cultural and religious compliance strategies, policies, and procedures across project portfolios.
- Provide expert guidance on Islamic compliance matters to project teams, contractors, and third-party partners.
- Review project plans, work practices, and contractor activities to ensure alignment with Islamic principles and local cultural norms; recommend and monitor corrective actions where necessary.
- Manage approvals and clearances related to cultural and religious matters with internal stakeholders and external authorities.
- Oversee third-party engagement and ensure contractors and vendors adhere to cultural and religious requirements.
- Design and deliver awareness and training programs for employees and contractors on cultural sensitivity, Islamic practices relevant to the workplace, and compliance expectations.
- Serve as primary liaison with community leaders, religious authorities, and government entities on cultural and religious matters.
- Monitor compliance performance, prepare reports, and advise senior management on risks, incidents, and mitigation measures.
- Support the PMO / PMC in integrating cultural and religious requirements into project governance, procurement, and contract management processes.