
Masdar
Head of Marketing & Events
- Permanent
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 10 - 15 yrs
Job expiry date: 09/10/2026
Job overview
Date posted
25/08/2026
Location
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Salary
AED 40,000 - 50,000 per month
Compensation
Comprehensive package
Experience
10 - 15 yrs
Seniority
Director
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
09/10/2026
Job description
In this role you will develop and implement comprehensive marketing strategies and oversee high-profile events at Masdar that align with organizational goals and enhance brand presence in the UAE market. You will develop and execute strategic marketing plans to drive brand awareness and engagement, and you are responsible for leading and managing a team of marketing and events professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. Your responsibilities include overseeing the planning, execution, and evaluation of major corporate events and marketing campaigns, and managing marketing and events budgets to ensure optimal resource allocation and ROI. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align marketing initiatives with overall business objectives, and you are responsible for analyzing market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activities to inform marketing strategies. You will develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and media outlets, and you are responsible for driving digital marketing initiatives and integrating emerging technologies into marketing efforts. In this role you will ensure all marketing and event activities comply with UAE regulations and cultural sensitivities, reporting on marketing and event performance metrics to senior leadership. This position is exclusively for UAE Nationals.
Required skills
Key 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 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
Experience & skills
- Hold a bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred
- Bring a minimum of 10 to 12 years of experience in marketing and events management with a proven track record of success
- Demonstrate strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams
- Show excellent strategic thinking and analytical skills
- Demonstrate proficiency in developing and managing marketing budgets
- Show expertise in digital marketing, brand development, and project management
- Demonstrate outstanding communication and presentation skills in both English and Arabic
- Show in-depth understanding of the UAE market, culture, and business practices
- Demonstrate a proven ability to plan and execute successful marketing campaigns and high-profile events
- Have a strong network within the UAE business community
- Demonstrate proficiency in marketing analytics and data-driven decision making
- Show ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Hold UAE National status, which is required for this position