38 Medical Risk Management jobs in Saudi Arabia

Company Description

The Ministry of Health (MOH) of Saudi Arabia aims to deliver high-quality integrated and comprehensive healthcare services. Their strategy focuses on achieving justice and equality in providing healthcare, and ensuring the financial sustainability of treatment and healthcare services. The MOH targets meeting citizens' aspirations by providing high-quality general and specialized health services to all population groups. The Ministry develops health policies, including health insurance services, and addresses key health concerns such as non-communicable diseases, nutrition, reproductive health, smoking, AIDS, and injuries. Financing is diversified through public revenues, insurance premiums, and equitable taxes.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Quality & Patient Safety Director located in 'Asir, Saudi Arabia. The Quality & Patient Safety Director will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of quality and patient safety programs. Day-to-day tasks include conducting accident investigations, ensuring compliance with Environment Health and Safety (EHS) standards, managing occupational health initiatives, and providing training on safety and quality protocols. The role also involves continuous monitoring and improving patient safety standards within the healthcare organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in Environment Health and Safety (EHS), and Occupational Health.
• Expertise in Accident Investigation and Construction Safety.
• Skills in Training and development of safety protocols.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant certifications or degrees in Health and Safety, Public Health, or a related field.
• Experience in the healthcare industry is a plus.

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

As Patient Safety Group Lead for the GCC , you will take on a strategic leadership role with dual accountability - serving as the Local Patient Safety Lead for Roche Saudi Arabia and Group Lead for the Gulf countries (UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman).

You will shape and lead the regional patient safety strategy , build cross-country alignment, and lead a team of Patient Safety Partners and Leads to deliver integrated pharmacovigilance and risk management solutions across the GCC.

You will report to the Head of International Patient Safety (IPS) Region – CEETRIS, Middle East & Africa (CMA) and serve as a member of the CMA Leadership Team , representing the Gulf region in shaping the future of patient safety within Roche.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and oversight of the pharmacovigilance system in Saudi Arabia , in collaboration with the nominated QPPV.

• Lead and develop the Affiliate Patient Safety (APS) team across the GCC — managing resources, driving performance, and supporting career growth.

• Shape local PV regulations and the broader GCC pharmacovigilance ecosystem , engaging with health authorities, trade associations, patient groups, and other external stakeholders.

• Drive implementation of safety solutions , launch readiness, and risk minimization measures across the GCC, ensuring timely, compliant, and impactful delivery to healthcare professionals and patients.

• Actively contribute to global safety initiatives , ensuring local realities are reflected in global strategies and that global solutions are implemented effectively at local level.

• Foster cross-functional collaboration with Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and other key partners to embed safety thinking into integrated brand and therapeutic strategies.

• Foster strong cross-functional collaboration with Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, and other affiliate and regional partners to embed safety thinking into the patient journey.

Who you are

• Degree in a healthcare-related discipline (e.g., PharmD, Pharmacy).

• Licensed pharmacist by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (preferred).

• Minimum 5 years of experience in clinical research, pharmacovigilance, or drug safety, with at least 3 years in an affiliate or regional role.

• Proven leadership experience , including people management and stakeholder engagement in complex, matrix environments.

• Strategic thinker with strong influencing skills, cross-cultural awareness, and a passion for advancing patient safety.

• Fluent in English and Arabic .

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

As
Patient Safety Group Lead for the GCC
, you will take on a
strategic leadership role with dual accountability
- serving as the
Local Patient Safety Lead for Roche Saudi Arabia
and
Group Lead for the Gulf countries
(UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman).

You will shape and lead the
regional patient safety strategy
, build cross-country alignment, and lead a team of
Patient Safety Partners and Leads
to deliver integrated pharmacovigilance and risk management solutions across the GCC.

You will report to the
Head of International Patient Safety (IPS) Region – CEETRIS, Middle East & Africa (CMA)
and serve as a member of the
CMA Leadership Team
, representing the Gulf region in shaping the future of patient safety within Roche.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and oversight of the pharmacovigilance system in Saudi Arabia, in collaboration with the nominated QPPV
• Lead and develop the Affiliate Patient Safety (APS) team across the GCC — managing resources, driving performance, and supporting career growth
• Shape local PV regulations and the broader GCC pharmacovigilance ecosystem, engaging with health authorities, trade associations, patient groups, and other external stakeholders
• Drive implementation of safety solutions, launch readiness, and risk minimization measures across the GCC, ensuring timely, compliant, and impactful delivery to healthcare professionals and patients
• Actively contribute to global safety initiatives, ensuring local realities are reflected in global strategies and that global solutions are implemented effectively at local level
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and other key partners to embed safety thinking into integrated brand and therapeutic strategies
• Foster strong cross-functional collaboration with Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, and other affiliate and regional partners to embed safety thinking into the patient journey

Who You Are

• Degree in a healthcare-related discipline (e.g., PharmD, Pharmacy)
• Licensed pharmacist by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in clinical research, pharmacovigilance, or drug safety, with at least 3 years in an affiliate or regional role
• Proven leadership experience, including people management and stakeholder engagement in complex, matrix environments
• Strategic thinker with strong influencing skills, cross-cultural awareness, and a passion for advancing patient safety
• Fluent in English and Arabic

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100'000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let's build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This position is a seconded position to the Royal Commission Crisis and Disaster Management Department. The role will be dependent on the need of the Royal Commission into the future.

The person appointed will work within the Crisis & Disaster Management Department (CDMD).

• The role is to provide technical Risk Management (RM) expertise, advice and guidance to the Royal Commission RM Section.
• The purpose of the Section is to implement a RM strategy and structure across Royal Commission Jubail (RCJ) and Royal Commission Ras-Al-Khair (RC RIC).
• Within that role the following tasks will be expected to be delivered:
• Oversee the coordination and development of organization wide risk management plans.
• Provide detailed advice on risk management best practice to the whole organization from Departments to the C-Suite.
• Lead in the implementation of a Risk management system across 2 major organisations.
• Developing risk management frameworks. Review and enhance existing risk management systems, ensuring compliance with local and national regulatory requirements.
• Tracking metrics: Define and report on key risk indicators and performance measures to highlight emerging issues and trends.
• Engaging stakeholders: Act as a trusted advisor, providing training and fostering accountability across teams.
• Assist in obtaining ISO 31000 certification for RCJ. Assist in maintaining ISO 31000 certification for RC RIC.
• Develop and deliver training materials and presentations to internal and external groups.
• Reporting capability: Demonstrated experience creating tools, frameworks, and dashboards.
• Leads risk mitigation and response protocols according to the latest trends and best practices if faced with a crisis.
• Engages in continuous personal learning and development that enhances individual performance and organization capabilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field with 10-13 of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in operational Risk Management essential. Ideally in the context of a large diverse organization.
• Extensive knowledge across the following resilience fields: Business Continuity and Crisis Management.
• Experience in planning and program management.
• Skill in oral and written communication. Fluency in English Language mandatory.
• Ability to provide strong, active leadership to adopt and enforce a consistent approach that nurtures a culture of quality, creativity, innovation and empowerment.
• Emotionally mature and intelligent with ability to train, coach and develop direct reports, peers and colleagues.
• Able to work in a culturally diverse environment.

• Knowledge of industry/ regulatory codes and standards.
• Experience with risk assessment and risk management. Ability to manage a large number of Risk Registers.
• Familiarity with ISO 31000 certification process.
• Familiarity with emergency evacuation and shelter plans, crisis communications procedures and business continuity management.
• Experience working in KSA or Middle East, preferable.
• Successful implementation of mentoring programs for young career minded professional.
• Hands-on approach, solution and delivery oriented.

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Department:
Risk Management

Employment Type:
Full Time

Location:
KSA

Reporting To:
Ahmed Almughriyah

Description
About the role:

The
Risk Management Analyst
will support the Risk Manager in developing, implementing, and maintaining effective risk management strategies that protect the organization from potential threats and vulnerabilities. This role requires a detail-oriented and analytical thinker who can conduct risk assessments, assist in compliance monitoring, and support business continuity planning.

The Risk Management Analyst will work closely with various departments to gather risk-related information, provide insights for decision-making, and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and organizational goals. The ideal candidate will have experience in risk management processes, data analysis, and reporting, contributing to the continuous improvement of the organization's risk management practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in Risk Management Processes
• Support the Risk Manager in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across the organization.
• Assist in the development and implementation of risk management strategies and frameworks.
• Conduct Risk Assessments
• Perform risk assessments to evaluate potential risks and vulnerabilities.
• Assist in developing risk mitigation plans and strategies.
• Compliance Monitoring
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Assist in preparing compliance reports and maintaining documentation for audits.
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Analyze risk data and generate reports to support decision-making processes.
• Monitor key risk indicators and prepare regular reports for senior management.
• Support Business Continuity Planning
• Assist in the development and maintenance of Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) and Disaster Recovery Plans (DRPs).
• Participate in BCP and DRP testing and updates.
• Collaboration and Communication
• Collaborate with various departments to gather risk-related information and ensure alignment on risk management objectives.
• Communicate risk findings and recommendations to relevant stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of risk management processes and practices.
• Stay updated on emerging risks and industry trends to provide timely insights.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• At least 3 years of experience in risk management or a related field.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments and developing risk mitigation strategies.

Skills And Competencies

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in risk management tools and software.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Technical Expertise

• Familiarity with risk management frameworks such as ISO 31000 or COSO ERM.
• Understanding of compliance requirements and industry regulations.

Job Benefits