DIEZ | Executive - Business Growth

Emirati Human Resources Development Council; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading economic development authority in Dubai is seeking candidates for a role focused on lead generation and business growth. The ideal candidate should hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent and have up to 2 years of relevant experience in business development or marketing. The responsibilities include supporting agent agreements, preparing market calendars, and participating in trade delegations. This position offers an opportunity for fresh graduates to gain valuable experience in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required.
• Experience in business development, marketing, or related fields is beneficial.
• Fresh graduates to 2 years of relevant experience are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Support business growth through lead generation activities.
• Coordinate agent agreements and networking events.
• Prepare and maintain an annual market calendar.
• Participate in government missions and trade delegations.
• Develop reports on performance and lead generation.

Skills

Networking

Lead generation

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZA)

Established in 2021, Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) consolidates and integrates the products and services of Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZ), Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), and the Dubai CommerCity (DCC). Home to more than 5,000 registered companies from across 20 industries, DIEZ is at the heart of Dubai’s economic success – a major economic catalyst in the city’s development.

Job Purpose

Contribute to business growth by driving lead generation and networking opportunities aligned with the organization’s objectives, supporting revenue generation through partnerships and stakeholder engagement.

Outreach and Demand Generation

• Support lead generation and business growth activities through agent agreements, roadshows, delegations, exhibitions, and networking events.
• Support agent agreements and in-market representation engagements for lead generation, in coordination with cross-functional teams and appointed agencies.
• Prepare and maintain an annual market calendar covering roadshows, seminars, target countries, and priority industries.
• Coordinate with appointed agents to develop roadshow agendas, arrange B2B meetings with potential clients, and develop post-roadshow and event reports for management.
• Participate in government missions and trade delegations, where required, in coordination with relevant government entities.
• Arrange delegations visiting DAFZ, including coordinating meetings and delivering corporate presentations.
• Attend networking events, business council events, and external forums to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Support participation in exhibitions, including attending B2B meetings and following up on potential leads.
• Maintain and continuously expand a network of contacts across clients, partners, consultants, government entities, and private organizations.
• Conduct annual research to identify new industries and market opportunities and provide insights to support product and service development.
• Monitor the section budget and track weekly KPIs to ensure alignment with departmental and organizational objectives.
• Initiate and follow up on purchase requests with relevant internal teams to support timely processing and closure.
• Prepare monthly reports for lead generation and in-market representation contracts, tracking performance and leads in coordination with consultants and agencies.
• Develop post-roadshow and event ROI reports for management.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor’s or any equivalent degree.
• Any additional certification(s) relevant to the scope of work would be an advantage.
• Fresh graduate to 2 years of relevant experience in business development, marketing, or related fields.