Marketing & Communications Manager

Job Description We are currently seeking for passionate and dynamic guest focused Marketing & Communication professionals who pride themselves on their ability to deliver extraordinary levels of customer service and provide creative solutions to our guests. As a Marketing & Communications Manager you are responsible for the development and effective implementation of marketing and promotional strategies for the positioning of the property as highly desirable to its identified target markets and within the parameters set by Rotana, whereby your role will include key responsibilities such as- • Design and implement appropriate marketing strategies in order to ensure the effective strategic positioning and viability of the company and property • Increase the profile of the property through the development of a network of sponsors, stakeholders and patrons • Ensure that all the identified target markets and stakeholders of the property are kept briefed of the developments and other activities at the properties and within Rotana • Ensure effective public relations and promote goodwill between the property and all target markets • Handle all press releases and the dissemination of information to the media • Manage the advertising function in such a way that all advertisements are effective and reflect a positive image of the company and property • Develop and manage effective direct marketing campaigns to identified target markets, using either surface or electronic mailing means • Control the budget, allocated for the marketing and promotional functions and at the same time, ensure that marketing and promotional exposure are maximized • Source sponsorship from various companies, banks, airlines, etc. for promotions and partnerships • Handle the property branding during exhibitions that the company is participating, in addition to initiating and organising events. Skills Education, Qualifications & Experiences You should be an advertising, marketing or communication graduate with preferable experiences in a similar field. You must be a computer literate with effective communication skills, verbal and written in English and preferable in Arabic as well. Knowledge & Competencies The ideal candidate will be an outgoing, vibrant and innovative individual. You will be able to work independently and promote at all times the brand image and market status, as well as maintain accurate documentations and accounts records on all clients assigned, while possessing following additional competencies- Understanding the Business Influencing Outcomes Planning for Business Team Building Valuing Diversity Leading People Adaptability Drive for Results Customer Focus Managing Operations Show more Show less

You should be an advertising, marketing or communication graduate with preferable experiences in a similar field. You must be a computer literate with effective communication skills, verbal and written in English and preferable in Arabic as well.

Design and implement appropriate marketing strategies to ensure the effective strategic positioning and viability of the company and property; Increase the profile of the property through the development of a network of sponsors, stakeholders and patrons; Ensure that all identified target markets and stakeholders are kept briefed of developments and activities; Ensure effective public relations and promote goodwill between the property and target markets; Handle all press releases and dissemination of information to the media; Manage the advertising function to ensure advertisements are effective and reflect a positive image; Develop and manage direct marketing campaigns to identified target markets using surface or electronic mailing; Control the marketing and promotional budget and maximize exposure; Source sponsorship from various companies for promotions and partnerships; Handle branding during exhibitions and organize events.