Job Opening / Regional Marketing Manager

PITA Office @ Dubai Internet City - Palestine@Gulf     

The Palestinian Information Technology Association of Companies (PITA) is a membership-based association that promotes the business interests of its members as well as the overall development of the Palestinian IT sector.  (http://www.pita-palestine.org).

In order to assist it members to further enhance their market presence in the Gulf countries, PITA intends to establish a representative marketing office at Dubai Internet City to be called "Palestine@Gulf". PITA is seeking an experienced and dynamic marketing executive based in the UAE who will lead the success of PITA’s promotion and development program in the Gulf.

The successful candidate is expected to play a critical role along with the Ramallah-based operation to guide, support and promote the Palestinian IT companies marketing efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

·        Develop and manage "Palestine@Gulf” activities including: a comprehensive marketing and promotion plan for the member companies in the Gulf, develop related budget, action plan, and daily operations;

·        Create agreed upon marketing and image building strategies for PITA and its member companies;

·        “Hands-on” management of promotion activities, exhibitions, networking events and media management/PR;

·        Perform events-linked market research and manage in-depth research on a need basis;

·        Direct fundraising operations;

·        Devise an income generating services scheme to be offered for member companies and other possible Palestinian clients.

Competencies:

·        Strong marketing background with a proven ability to work to deadlines;

·        Familiarity with IT products and services and experienced in delivery of export promotion services to clients;

·        Strong interpersonal teamwork and communication skills;

·        Must be flexible and sensitive to company confidentiality.

Qualifications:

·        Bachelor Degree in Business Administration / Marketing or related field  (Master Degree is  preferred);

·        Minimum 5 years of experience in marketing and business development with high concentration on IT;

·        Fluency in Arabic and English with excellent writing skills;

·        Excellent computer and communication skills;

·        Knowledge of public and private sector IT markets in the Gulf region;

·        Knowledge of the Palestinian IT sector is an advantage;

·        Transferable residency (if applicable).

 Package:  Competitive and attractive package.