Section Head, Ecosystem

U Mobile Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Section Head, Ecosystem. This role involves spearheading strategic partnerships and managing a high-performing team to drive innovation and collaboration. Ideal candidates will have over 15 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and a background in business development. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

Flexi working hours

Child parental care leave

Convenient location with public transport access

Qualifications

• More than 15 years’ related experience.
• Strong background in leading and guiding teams across multiple functions.
• Strong understanding of the innovation ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead strategic identification and assessment of potential ecosystem partners.
• Lead the development and execution of strategies for engaging and onboarding new partners.
• Establish and manage a high-performing team to support ecosystem development.

Skills

Partnership management

Business development

Team leadership

Cross-functional coordination

Strong networking

Job description

Closing Date : 31/10/2025

Section Head, Ecosystem

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Life at U Mobile

We are Passionate, Innovative, Trustworthy, Team-Oriented & Fun-Loving.

At U Mobile, we are always on the lookout for great talents and passionate individuals to join our growing team.
Let’s start your journey with an award-winning organization!

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Top Reasons To Join Us!
• Awarded For
o Most Preferred Employers in Telecommunication Industry (2022, 2023 & 2024)
o Bronze Winner in Cross-Generational Workforce Engagement (2024)
o Gold Winner for Excellence in Workplace Culture (2021)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, optical and insurance benefits
• Flexi working hours arrangements
• Staff Line & Device Subsidy
• Smart Casual Attire
• Child Parental Care Leave
• Convenient location with access to public transport (Imbi Monorail/Bukit Bintang MRT)
• Special employee discounts for selected F&B Brands

The Day-To-Day Activities

Ecosystem Partner Strategy, Identification & Exploration:
• Spearhead the strategic identification and assessment potential ecosystem partners that align with EIP’s priorities and strategic goals.
• Evaluate the viability and value of potential partners based on what capabilities they can offer (e.g. bespoke technology, market position, reach, strategic fit).
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential partners.
• Collaborate with senior internal stakeholders to influence partnership priorities and ensure alignment with enterprise innovation objectives and digital transformation initiatives.

Strategic Partner Engagement & Ecosystem Management:
• Lead the development and execution of strategies for engaging and onboarding new ecosystem partners.
• Primary point of contact for partners.
• Understand partners' objectives and identify opportunities for mutual collaboration and value creation.
• Drive performance monitoring and insight generation for strategic partnerships, ensuring data driven decisions and sustained ecosystem advancement.

Strategic Co-creation & Program Development:
• Lead the strategic definition and alignment of program objectives, timelines, and success metrics, ensuring programs directly contribute to EIP’s innovation and business transformation goals.
• Drive collaboration with ecosystem partners, industry leaders, and internal stakeholders to co create and execute flagship events, workshops, hackathons, pilot programs, and other transformative initiatives.
• Lead the end-to-end strategy, planning, execution and delivery of transformative events and programs.
• Ensure alignment of partner programs with the overall innovation strategy of the telco.
• Ensure programs align with AIP commitment and deliver on the MyDigital agenda.

Leadership & Team Management:
• Establish, lead, and manage a high-performing team to support ecosystem development, partner engagement, and program delivery.
• Define team structure, roles, and responsibilities to ensure effective execution across all ecosystem functions.
• Drive a culture of innovation and responsibility through an agile, team-oriented environment.
• Oversee cross-functional coordination between internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless execution of ecosystem initiatives.

About You
• More than 15 years’ related experience.
• Strong background in leading and guiding teams across multiple functions.
• Experience in partnership management, business development, alliance management, or
ecosystem development roles within tech and/or telco.
• Proven track record of successfully building and managing strategic partnerships with
external organisations.
• Experience in driving events, programs, and initiatives
• Strong understanding of the innovation ecosystem, including startups, technology vendors,
and research institutions
• Ability to build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with external partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to understand the broader business context of partners and EIP, and identify strategic
partnership opportunities.
• Strong organisational and project management skills to plan, execute, and track partner programs
and initiatives.
• Ability to negotiate mutually beneficial agreements and persuade partners to collaborate.
• Strong networking skills and the ability to build connections across partnership ecosystem.

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What’s Next ?
Once you have applied online, our team will review your application and due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be notified.