Business Development Manager - Middle East and North Africa (MENA)

The FEED Lot; Dubai; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural services provider is seeking a Business Development Manager for the MENA region, based in Dubai, UAE. In this role, you will actively develop strategies to increase demand for Australian beef and lamb, impacting both international markets and domestic economic growth. Ideal candidates will possess experience in marketing or business development within the food industry and have diplomatic negotiation skills with international stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proven history of successful teamwork and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Experience dealing and/or negotiating with international stakeholders, industry & government.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic programs to boost demand for Australian beef, lamb, and goatmeat.
• Contribute to economic growth and foster new market opportunities.

Skills

Marketing/business development experience

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of Australian red meat industry

Negotiation skills with stakeholders

Job description

Introduction

• Join a passionate industry supporting global demand for quality sustainable red meat.
• Flexible supporting and inclusive team culture.
• Make a real impact and deliver value to Australia's iconic agriculture industry.
• This exciting full-time role will be based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Description

About the Role

As MLAs Business Development Manager MENA, you'll be instrumental in developing and executing strategic programs to significantly boost the demand for Australian beef, lamb, and goatmeat across the dynamic and rapidly growing Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

This is a unique opportunity to directly impact the success of a vital Australian industry on an international scale, contributing to economic growth and fostering new market opportunities.

Our ideal Business Development Manager - MENA has:

• Marketing/business development experience in the food industry.
• Proven history of successful teamwork and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Some existing knowledge/experience in the Australian red meat industry is preferred (including technical knowledge of red meat, packaging, shelf life, food safety, industry systems, NPD process).
• Experience dealing and/or negotiating with international stakeholders, industry & government.

The successful candidate will be required to hold an appropriate visa/residency status for full-time employment in the advertised location. For more information, refer to the position description. Apply now via the link to submit your application (including resume).

Who are we?
Meat & Livestock Australia is a service provider to the Australian red meat and livestock industry. We work in partnership with industry and the Australian Government to deliver marketing, research, and development products and services to beef, sheep, and goat producers with the core purpose to deliver world-leading outcomes that fuel global competitiveness, sustainability, and producer profitability.

The Australian red meat and livestock industry makes a significant contribution to the economy and livelihoods of many Australians. Australian red meat is produced in Australia in high-welfare systems and is an important part of a healthy, balanced diet.

Applications close: 20 August 2025

If you have questions regarding the advertised position, contact the Human Resources team by emailing.

Candidate screening and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date of the advertisement. MLA reserves the right to close applications earlier. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Position Description

Required Experience:

Manager