Regional Head of Marketing, MENA

Project Management Institute; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management organization is seeking a Regional Head of Marketing for the MENA region. This role involves leading marketing strategies, managing team resources, and collaborating with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in marketing leadership, fluent Arabic, and strong communication skills. Join us and contribute to meaningful work in an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Performance-based bonuses

Opportunities for skill development

Qualifications

• Fluent in Arabic and Proficiency in English.
• 7-10 years of marketing leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of technical, financial, and operational aspects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of regional marketing strategies.
• Manage resources for marketing campaigns to achieve regional goals.
• Evaluate campaign and event performance and propose improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Strategic planning

Vendor management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field

MBA preferred

Job description

Join to apply for the Regional Head of Marketing, MENA role at Project Management Institute.

Are you a dreamer, innovator, thinker, and doer who believes in contributing to something meaningful?

Make an impact. Join PMI.

How will you make a difference to PMI?

PMI is seeking a Regional Head of Marketing responsible for leading the development and execution of regional marketing strategies aligned with regional needs. The role includes managing resources for marketing campaigns to achieve regional goals and leading the regional marketing team.

What You’ll Bring To The Role

• Develop regional action plans supporting country-level initiatives in line with PMI global strategies.
• Support product launches and events to ensure successful market integration.
• Create, implement, and oversee marketing and communication plans for the region.
• Evaluate campaign and event performance, propose improvements, and share learnings across regions.
• Identify and help implement process improvements.
• Represent the region in marketing strategy sessions, agency briefings, and campaign development.
• Assist the MD with progress and budget reports.
• Build relationships with key media in the region.
• Communicate PMI’s regional marketing plans and campaigns to stakeholders and promote the PMI brand.
• Must have proven experience leading teams across MENA, especially GCC, Egypt, and Levant.

Role Qualifications

• Fluent in Arabic.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field; MBA preferred.
• 7-10 years of marketing leadership experience.
• Ability to develop high-level marketing strategies.
• Strong understanding of technical, financial, and operational aspects.
• Successful vendor management experience.
• Effective collaboration skills with internal and external partners.
• Knowledge of marketing tools and techniques applicable in an association environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in English.

What You Can Expect From Us

We promote an inclusive and diverse environment emphasizing communication and collaboration. Your health, safety, and well-being are our priorities, and we support work-life balance.

Join Us And You’ll Get

• An attractive total package based on location.
• Opportunities for skill development and growth.
• Access to a global professional network.
• Flexible work options.
• Performance-based bonuses and awards.

The salary will depend on your skills, qualifications, and experience.

Help us make the world work better for everyone. Apply today!

PMI is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.