Partnerships Manager (National Talent)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic professional to manage and drive strategic partnerships in the commercial and sports sectors. This role focuses on aligning initiatives with overarching marketing strategies, enhancing marketing efforts through innovative partnerships and effective market research. The successful candidate will engage with key stakeholders, develop loyalty programs, and explore new avenues for sports sponsorships. If you are passionate about building impactful partnerships and driving marketing success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing strategic partnerships in commercial and sports sectors.
• Proven ability to conduct market research and develop innovative partnership models.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage strategic partnerships with banks, telecom groups, and FMCGs.
• Build partnerships with sports entities to enhance marketing initiatives.

Skills

Strategic Partnerships Management

Market Research

Stakeholder Engagement

Collaboration Models

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or Business

Job description

Responsible for managing and driving strategic partnerships in the commercial and sports sectors, aligning these initiatives with DCTCM’s overarching marketing strategy. This role aims to enhance DCTCM’s marketing initiatives through partners’ ecosystems and platforms, requiring effective market research, innovative partnership models, and active engagement with key stakeholders.

Commercial Partnerships

• Develop and manage strategic partnerships with organizations such as banks, telecom groups, FMCGs, and others.
• Conduct market research to identify high-priority markets and partnership opportunities, tailoring strategies to regional and global objectives.
• Scope and define partnership models, including loyalty programs and innovative collaborations.
• Drive activation and execution of partnerships, ensuring alignment with DCTCM’s marketing spectrum and wider business goals.

Sports Partnerships

• Build and manage partnerships with sports entities such as clubs (e.g., Real Madrid), athletes, and sports brands.
• Explore new avenues for leveraging sports sponsorships to enhance DCTCM’s marketing agenda.

Relationship and Portfolio Management

• Maintain strong relationships with partners, ensuring effective collaboration and performance evaluation.
• Oversee a portfolio of "Content through Partnerships," which manages the organization’s content produced through external partners like fashion brands and social media platforms, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Set up and manage operational projects within DCTCM related to partnerships or other operational areas, as agreed with management.