Head of Social Media and Influencer Marketing

Disrupt.com (formerly Gaditek); Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dynamic Head of Social Media and Influencer Marketing to lead innovative strategies across various sectors including Cryptocurrency and SaaS. The role demands strong leadership, creativity, and a deep understanding of social media trends. You will develop strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement while mentoring a team. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Stock options

Health insurance

IT equipment

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in brand communications or social media management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute innovative channel strategies for brand visibility.
• Mentor and support the Venture Social Media team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Creativity

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing

Bachelor’s degree in Communications

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations

Tools

Social media analytics tools

Job description

Head of Social Media and Influencer Marketing

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About the Company

Disrupt.com is a venture builder that partners with ambitious entrepreneurs to ignite growth and innovation in their businesses. With a focus on transformative technologies and innovative business models, Disrupt.com provides more than just financial backing.

The Group typically partners with founders at a very early stage, helping them achieve product-market fit and scale efficiently. Disrupt.com offers capital, strategic guidance, operational expertise, and a network of industry experts to help startups succeed.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Social Media and Influencer Marketing to lead our social and influencer marketing strategies across our portfolio companies, ranging from Cryptocurrency to SaaS, Cyber Security, and more.

You will :

• Develop and execute innovative channel strategies integrating organic social media and influencer marketing to enhance brand visibility, engagement, and conversions.
• Lead strategic planning and execution of channel-specific initiatives aligned with our brand values and shared OKRs.
• Set clear goals and KPIs for each channel, adjusting strategies to maximize impact.
• Mentor and support the Venture Social Media team, fostering professional growth and a collaborative environment.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, leveraging emerging technologies and insights to refine strategies.
• Drive creativity and quality in all communications, ensuring authenticity and impact.
• Build strategic alliances with external partners to amplify our brand message and reach diverse audiences.
• Oversee Disrupt.com’s social media strategy across all platforms.
• Create compelling content for campaigns, working closely with influencer narratives.
• Maintain a strong online presence and monitor brand reputation on social media.
• Manage online communities to ensure respectful engagement.
• Analyze campaign data to assess effectiveness and optimize strategies.
• Develop and execute a social media calendar for all brands.
• Manage in-house social media resources and external agencies for unified output.

What you need for this role

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in brand communications, social media management, or public relations, with a successful track record in fast-paced environments.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with creativity in storytelling.
• Deep understanding of social media platforms, trends, and successful campaign development.
• Extensive PR knowledge, including media relations and crisis management.
• Experience in influencer marketing with clear KPIs.
• Proficiency in social media analytics tools.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and adaptability in a dynamic industry.

Who you are :

• Detail-oriented and highly creative.
• Innovative and willing to push boundaries.
• Influential with strong cross-functional impact.
• Flexible and adaptable to different working styles.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and a fun personality.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, annual bonus, stock options, health insurance, and IT equipment.
• Opportunities to define your future and take risks.
• A respectful and collaborative environment.
• Direct collaboration with successful entrepreneurs with exits over $350M.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Marketing, Strategy / Planning, Business Development

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