Head, Marketing & Events (UAE National - Only)

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Job summary

Masdar, Abu Dhabi's leading clean energy company, seeks a Head of Marketing & Events (UAE National only) to drive strategic initiatives and lead a high-profile events program in the UAE. Based in Abu Dhabi, you will shape branding, campaigns and stakeholder engagement while respecting local regulations and culture.

You will manage budgets, mentor a multidisciplinary team, and collaborate across functions to deliver measurable ROI and brand impact in a fast-growing market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 10-12 years of experience in marketing and events management.
• Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication in English and Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic marketing plans to drive brand awareness and engagement
• Lead and manage a team of marketing and events professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence
• Oversee planning, execution, and evaluation of major corporate events and marketing campaigns
• Manage marketing and events budgets, ensuring ROI
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align marketing initiatives with business objectives
• Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activities to inform strategies
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders, partners, and media outlets
• Drive digital marketing initiatives and integrate emerging technologies
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations and cultural sensitivities
• Report on marketing and event performance metrics to senior leadership

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Budget management

Digital marketing

Brand development

Project management

Communication

Arabic

English

Networking UAE

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Head, Marketing & Events (UAE National - Only)

• Contract
• Business unit: Brand & Strategic Initiatives
• Division: Marketing & Communication

Established in 2006, Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company) is a global clean energy leader, transforming how the world produces and consumes energy through bold innovation and commercial excellence.

Masdar is a clean energy investor, developer and operator, advancing renewable energy projects across key markets and technologies, with a global project portfolio capacity to date of over 51 gigawatts (GW).

Jointly owned by TAQA, ADNOC and Mubadala, Masdar is driving the scale-up of renewables worldwide, targeting a portfolio capacity of 100GW by 2030.

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Head of Marketing & Events to join our team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This position is exclusively for UAE Nationals. As the Head of Marketing & Events, you will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive marketing strategies and overseeing high-profile events that align with our organization's goals and enhance our brand presence in the UAE market.

• Develop and execute strategic marketing plans to drive brand awareness and engagement
• Lead and manage a team of marketing and events professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence
• Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of major corporate events and marketing campaigns
• Manage marketing and events budgets, ensuring optimal resource allocation and ROI
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align marketing initiatives with overall business objectives
• Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activities to inform marketing strategies
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and media outlets
• Drive digital marketing initiatives and integrate emerging technologies into marketing efforts
• Ensure all marketing and event activities comply with UAE regulations and cultural sensitivities
• Report on marketing and event performance metrics to senior leadership
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred
• Minimum 10-12years of experience in marketing and events management, with a proven track record of success
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams
• Excellent strategic thinking and analytical skills
• Proficiency in developing and managing marketing budgets
• Expertise in digital marketing, brand development, and project management
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills in both English and Arabic
• In-depth understanding of the UAE market, culture, and business practices
• Demonstrated ability to plan and execute successful marketing campaigns and high-profile events
• Strong network within the UAE business community
• Proficiency in marketing analytics and data-driven decision making
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• UAE National status is required for this position

This role is based in Abu Dhabi.

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