Senior Executive Officer

Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority; Sharjah Emirate; On-site; AED 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority is seeking a Senior Executive Officer responsible for managing tourism programs and driving commerce development. This full-time role requires leadership skills, extensive market development experience, and a strong ability to foster international partnerships. Join SCTDA to play a key role in enhancing Sharjah's position as a major tourist destination.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in international exhibitions planning and policy management.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain business relationships with international partners.
• Track record of increasing brand awareness and sales growth.

Responsibilities

• Planning, strategizing, and managing tourism-related programs.
• Coordinating with relevant authorities for smooth operations.
• Supervising policies for commerce and tourism development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Market development

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Tourism Management, or a related field

Job description

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Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), established in 1996, aims to promote commercial and tourism activities in Sharjah. The authority develops the emirate's sectors through various events and activities at local, regional, and international levels, positioning Sharjah as a cultural, heritage, and family tourist destination.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Senior Executive Officer at SCTDA in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. The Senior Executive Officer will be responsible for planning, strategizing, managing policies, and supervising tourism-related programs to promote commerce and tourism development, in coordination with relevant authorities and departments.

Qualifications

• Experience in international exhibitions planning, policy management, and program supervision, market development.
• Extensive experience in external promotion and managing international offices in key markets including Russia, China, and India.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong business relationships with international partners and distributors.
• Track record of increasing brand awareness and sales growth across multiple regions.
• Skilled in handling and closing strategic business deals, coordinating between headquarters and local offices for aligned goals and smooth operations.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of tourism industry trends and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Tourism Management, or a related field.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Executive

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industry: Government Administration

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