Digital Social Media Director

Right Calibre; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Digital & Social Media Head to drive innovative digital strategies for a diverse range of clients. In this pivotal role, you will lead the development and execution of social media initiatives, manage content creation, and enhance digital presence across various platforms. Your expertise will not only shape branding efforts but also foster strong relationships with clients and industry partners. Join a vibrant team in a forward-thinking agency that values creativity and collaboration, and take your career to new heights while working with top brands in the GCC and beyond.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading social media teams in an agency.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement digital and social strategies for clients.
• Manage all social media platforms and content calendars.
• Run paid advertising and track results across multiple channels.

Skills

Social Media Management

Digital Strategy Development

Content Creation

Project Management

Influencer Marketing

SEO

Analytics Tools

Tools

Facebook Business Manager

Google Analytics

Job description

Our client is a leading award-winning Digital Media Agency based in Dubai. They are looking to expand their operations across the GCC and internationally. They offer an amazing work culture and great career progression, working with some of the top leading brands across various industries.

Responsibilities

1. The Digital & Social Media Head will develop and implement digital and social strategies in support of branding advocacy and organizational initiatives for all clients/brands from various industries.
2. The role will work to develop innovative tactics, contribute to the planning and creation of content, and assess the effectiveness of digital efforts for websites and social media.
3. Manage all social media platforms, strategy, and planning of content calendars and campaigns.
4. Includes blogs, website content, podcasts, video content, etc.
5. Attend organizational events and meetings, follow staff in the office or field to gather and produce real-time social content, both static and video.
6. Run paid advertising across multiple channels (e.g., Facebook (Meta), Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok, etc.) and track results using tools such as Facebook Business Manager and Google Analytics.
7. Develop and monitor KPIs.
8. Interface with agency partners (advertising and digital) to help implement strategies and provide day-to-day support for ongoing projects.
9. Identify emerging digital trends, best practices, and technologies that would benefit the organization.
10. Develop and strengthen agency relationships with social media contacts across industries.
11. Manage website development, ongoing maintenance, and performance monitoring, including SEO.
12. Manage digital mailings and file all relevant digital content.

Requirements:

1. Previous social media experience in an agency environment leading teams.
2. In-depth industry knowledge of best practices and operating as a thought leader in your field.
3. Excellent presentation skills.
4. Highly organized with impeccable project management skills.
5. Proven experience in creating and growing influencer marketing and advocate programs.
6. A natural leader with a love of managing and developing a team.
7. Experience working on multiple brands simultaneously.
8. Highly collaborative.
9. Global experience, especially in the GCC & Middle East, is a plus. Arabic language skills will be an advantage.

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Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: [Specify years]

Vacancy: 1