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Kershaw Leonard | Director – Marketing, Sponsorships, Communication

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The Role

Director – Marketing, Sponsorships, Communication 
Doha, Qatar
Salary based on experience
 
Our client is a local organization dedicated to film, culture, community, entertainment and education providing a dynamic environment with a focus on nurturing regional storytellers while having a global outlook. They are currently seeking a Director wearing multiple hats in Marketing, Sponsorships and communication who will report directly to the CEO.
The Incumbent will develop and direct the organizations’ marketing and sponsorship strategy ensuring it`s alignment with the institute`s overall strategic objectives. The director will work closely with the directors of the other divisions in order to manage and deliver promotions, marketing and sponsorship efforts and ensure efficiency and integration.
 
Role: Marketing / Sponsorships
 
Formulate the strategy, annual business plans, budgets, policies and procedures.
 
Set performance objectives
 
Ensure processes are operating efficiently in order to achieve high standards.
 
Provide leadership, management and vision necessary to grow the brand and the financial status.
 
Establish effective business relations with key industry influencers, sponsors, community partners and regulatory authorities.
 
Develop and maintain relations with external vendors / agencies, project partners and key clients.
 
Maintain the highest standards of professional conduct, ethics and integrity in the provision of services.
 
Fulfill and manage sponsorship and partnership deals
 
Track sponsor coverage in the press and other media distribution channels
 
Maintain relationships with educational institutions.
 
Role : Communications
 
Manage the internal and external communication process and ensure the provision of professional communication services to improve the institute’s liaison and brand image in the local, regional and international markets and with the various stake holders.
 
Develop innovative and effective methods of communication to ensure that all communication
 
Is in line with the company’s strategy and branding requirements.
 
Formulate the company`s strategy, annual business plans, budgets, policies and procedures.
 
Set performance objectives for the communications division.
 
Develop effective strategic relationships with local / regional press and journalist contracts and maintain these relationships to strengthen the organizations
 
Coordinate with media and event management agencies
 
Manage and oversee effective press liaison including response to journalist queries
Requirements
Requirements:
 
University degree specializing in Marketing and Business administration.
 
Professional certification in PMP is preferable.
 
6 - 7 years related experience of which a minimum of 2 - 3 years in a similar position / responsibility in a similar industry.
 
You should be a leader with ability to integrate all of the above job role and more by effectively connecting people internally and externally.
About the Company
Kershaw Leonard is committed to finding ‘First Class’ people for its ‘World Class’ Clients. Since our inauguration in September 1999, We have become well-respected specialists for all aspects of Human Resource Consultancy and Recruitment, and bring a standard of professional conduct (through the Recruitment Employment Confederation UK) to the industry here in the Middle East. Our qualified Consultants deliver a unique quality of service that is designed to meet the individual needs of both Candidates and Clients.
 
Our specialist recruitment divisions cover permanent, temporary and contract staff, and Executive Search, in the following sectors: 
 
Senior Executives and Directors; Design; Engineering and Construction; Finance and Banking; Human Resources and Training; IT and Telecoms; Legal; Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Media; Office Management; Retail; Sales and Marketing and Secretarial and Business Support.

Company Name

Kershaw Leonard

Experience Required (Years)

6-7

Position Type

Description

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Setra | Marketing / Sales Manager

Job Summary

Job Description

FUNCTIONS:
• Develop existing and new business opportunities and sales leads in the region to achieve the targeted business objectives
• Develop a clear understanding of competitors, their priorities and their competitive strengths
• Develops annual marketing plan in conjunction with sales department, which details activities to follow during the fiscal year, which will focus on meeting organizational objectives.
• To manage the Marketing Department Budget. Delivery of all its activities within agreed budget.
• The achievement of frequent, timely and positive media coverage for Sales careers Online and it’s programs across all available media.
• Liaises with other departments to develop sales proposals including: data analysis, pricing, shop drawings and calculations, proposal and contract preparation.
• Analyzes market demand data obtained from the Marketing Department and uses the same to prepare preliminary annual sales forecast.
• Compiles and analyzing sales figures and ensures adherence to the set pricing list
• Establishes effective tracking systems, charts and monitors team progress and also identify training needs and areas of improvement
• Assists the General Manager in managing strategic change initiatives and to establish the functional objectives and KPIs.
• Establishes and implements short and long-terms goals, objectives, policies, operating procedures, projects and priorities for the Sales and Marketing functions
• Researches and develops strategies and plans which identify marketing opportunities, direct marketing, and new project development and with a focus on creating and developing the brand, proposition and communications
• Analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of sales, methods, costs, and results
• Oversees performance of the Marketing functions to ensure realization of sales plans, targets and execution of key actions to reach internal goals
• Develops and manage marketing budgets, and oversee the development and management of internal operating budgets.
• Monitors key measures of performance targets including sales and profits versus internal plan, forecast accuracy and key performance indicators
• Oversees all hiring, training and firing of personnel involved in Sales and Marketing.
• Develops, or participates with the Senior Staff, in the development of the Strategic Marketing Plan for the Company.
• Provides leadership to the day-to-day operations of the sales department, while maintaining focus on the company’s strategic goals.
• Monitors performance of the Supervisors, provides guidance and support and regular feedback to ensure achievement of functional objectives and individual KPIs
• Reviews monthly sales report, weekly analysis of market conditions, and benchmarks including competitive information
• Presents monthly report to the General Manager to inform the current status of different marke
Skills

People Management, Territory Management, Sales Planning, Competitive Analysis, Understanding the Customer, product development, client relationships.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong supervisory and customer service skills required.
• Detail-oriented, well-organized, problem-solving, analytical thinking.
• Proficient computer knowledge in MS office applications.
• Excellent strategic planning
• Excellent team leader
• Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements.
• Willingness to travel and work in a global team of professionals.
• Good understanding of the local and regional market.
• Knowledge of automated operational and reporting systems of sales and marketing.
• Solid working knowledge of budgeting, sales, business development, and strategic planning.

EXPERIENCE:
• 7 to 10 years experience in similar companies in the position of Sales and Marketing Manager.
• Extensive experience in all aspects of developing and maintaining marketing and Sales strategies to meet organizational objectives.
• Proven ability to oversees all marketing, advertising and promotional staff and activities
• Experience in strategic planning and execution. Knowledge of contracting, negotiating, and change management. Knowledge of structuring sales quotations, goals and revenue expectations. Experience in planning market trends.
• Experience to recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate department staff.

• Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
• Achieves marketing operational objectives by contributing marketing and sales information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change

 

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Company Name

Setra

Experience Required (Years)

7-10

Position Type

Description

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