Arabic Language Training Manager

Job Description

The Arabic Language Training Manager will be a key player in ensuring the Academy’s training services and initiatives are relevant to the needs of the business and the market. This role requires a dynamic individual with a passion for language instruction, cultural exchange, and the ability to drive impactful learning experiences for leaders at all levels, but particularly senior leadership and diverse stakeholders.

• Design and conduct tailored 1:1 and group Arabic language training to English speaking CEO and Senior Management Team (SMT) to enable them to communicate and engage in high-level strategic conversations in formal Arabic, with a focus on the Saudi dialect.
• Develop and implement training programs to enable business colleagues to speak fluent, formal, and communicative Arabic in the Saudi dialect.
• Ensure the training courses are interactive, practical, and meet the highest standards of language instruction.
• Conduct regular assessments to track progress and provide feedback to ensure continuous improvement.
• Translate existing Academy training materials into Arabic, ensuring cultural and linguistic accuracy.
• Develop new Arabic training collateral for the Academy’s event training curriculum, tailored to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare detailed reports and recommendations for continuous improvement in training delivery and outcomes.
• Incorporate cultural nuances and business etiquette into training programs to enhance learners’ practical application of the language.
• Work closely with the Academy’s curriculum development team to align Arabic training programs with organizational goals.
• Serve as the lead facilitator for Arabic events and development training programs for the Academy.
• Develop and conduct relevant Academy technical events training in Arabic internally and externally.
• Provide strategic support for Academy initiatives and projects by leveraging advanced Arabic language skills for translation and the development of high-quality, culturally tailored collateral.
• Create and refine external Arabic communications for the Academy’s initiatives, including the development of versatile communication templates and materials tailored for diverse audiences.
• As needed, periodically support various translation efforts across show teams and enablement functions within the business.

• Bachelor’s degree in Arabic Language, Linguistics, Education, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree in Education, Language Instruction, or Business Communication is preferred.

• Proven experience (5+ years) in designing and delivering Arabic language training programs, particularly for non-native speakers in a professional or corporate setting.
• Expertise in the Saudi dialect and formal Arabic, with a strong understanding of cultural nuances and business etiquette.
• Experience in curriculum development, instructional design, and creating training materials tailored to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate high-level training sessions for senior executives and leadership teams.

• Advanced proficiency in both Arabic (formal and Saudi dialect) and English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and inspire learners at all levels.
• Expertise in translation and the development of culturally relevant training collateral and communication materials.
• Proficiency in assessing training effectiveness through feedback, metrics, and performance evaluations.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills to handle multiple initiatives simultaneously.

• Familiarity with adult learning principles and interactive training methodologies.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and align training programs with organizational goals.
• Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity to ensure training content is relevant and impactful.
• Experience in developing communication templates and external-facing materials in Arabic.
• Certifications (Preferred):
• Certification in Teaching Arabic as a Foreign Language (TAFL)…