INSPIRE | EXHILARATE | DELIGHT
For over seven decades, Chalhoub Group has been a partner and creator of luxury experiences in the Middle East. In its pursuit to excel as a hybrid luxury retailer, the Group has curated a portfolio of over 10 owned brands and strengthened its distribution and marketing expertise for over 400 international names across luxury fashion, beauty, jewellery, watches, eyewear, and art de vivre categories.
Every step at Chalhoub Group is taken to build a future where luxury dreams become reality — bridging cultures and crafting memorable experiences for our consumers. Be it by constantly reinventing itself, committing to innovation, or embracing new technologies, the Group is shaping the future of luxury retail. It delivers seamless omnichannel experiences across more than 950 stores, online platforms, and mobile apps. Driving this innovation journey is The Greenhouse — the Group’s innovation hub, incubator, and accelerator for startups and emerging businesses, regionally and globally.
Chalhoub Group fosters a people-at-heart culture rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a workplace catalysed by forward thinking and future-proofing. Today, it brings together over 16,000 talented professionals across eight countries in the Middle East, with a presence in LATAM. Their collective efforts have earned the Group the Great Place to Work® certification in several markets.
Sustainability is at the core of the Group’s strategy, guided by a clear commitment to people, partners, and the planet. Chalhoub Group is proud to be a member of the United Nations Global Compact, a signatory of the Women’s Empowerment Principles, and to have pledged to reach Net Zero by 2040.
Who we are:
The Greenhouse is Chalhoub Group’s space for bold innovation and entrepreneurship, dedicated to building value through its distinct pillars: The Startup Studio, The Incubator, and The Accelerator Programs.
The Startup Studio builds startups from scratch with entrepreneurs of the region; our Incubator Program supports the growth of innovators in their early stages, and our Accelerator Program serves as a market access for established startups to inject their innovations at the core of our business. By using lean startups methodologies, we aim to rapidly co-create and launch traction-heavy ventures that result in long-term revenue or high returns through new business models, categories, and markets.
To learn more about The Greenhouse please visit our website.
What you will be doing:
We are seeking a dynamic and organized Program Coordinator to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual looking to gain hands-on experience in supporting high-impact programs designed to accelerate growth and foster innovation in the region. You will work closely with program managers, partners, and stakeholders to ensure the smooth implementation of activities and successful outcomes. This position requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can manage multiple tasks and communicate effectively.
If you are passionate about fostering the growth of SMEs in the region and eager to work with diverse teams at the forefront of luxury retail, we encourage you to apply.
Key responsibilities:
- Program coordination & support: Support the team in the day-to-day coordination of active programs.
- Operational Support: Manage event logistics, such as venue setup, equipment, materials, participant registration, and catering arrangements.
- Documentation and presentations: Assist in preparing internal documentation and presentations.
- Stakeholder Management: Coordinate with internal teams, partners, and external stakeholders to ensure program alignment and seamless communication.
- Reporting Assistance: Compile data and insights to support internal reviews and external reporting requirements.
- SME Sourcing Support: Support the team in identifying and sourcing suitable SMEs for active programs.
What you will need to succeed:
- Experience in program coordination, project management, or event planning is a must.
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field.
- Comfortable with fast-paced environments and shifting priorities.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to multitask effectively.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and familiar with collaboration tools like Slack, etc.
- A UAE citizen or resident with an existing work permit is a plus.
- A keen interest in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle industries is a plus.
What we can offer you
With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day.
We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.
We Invite All Applicants to Apply
It Takes Diversity Of Thought, Culture, Background, Differing Abilities and Perspectives to truly Inspire, Exhilarate and Delight our customers. At Chalhoub Group, we are committed to inclusion and diversity.
We welcome all applicants to apply and be part of our exciting future. We ensure equal opportunity for all our applicants without regard to gender, age, race, religion, national origin or disability status.
