director of communications

Acciona- Qatar

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Job Accountabilities and Authorities</td></tr><tr><td><ol><li>Lead and coordinate the end-to-end bid and tender process from opportunity receipt through submission and handover.</li></ol></td></tr><tr><td><ol><li>Manage the bid programme, timelines, milestones, and internal governance reviews.</li></ol></td></tr><tr><td><ol><li>Interpret RFP/RFQ/ITT requirements and ensure full technical, commercial, and administrative compliance.</li></ol></td></tr><tr><td><ol><li>Develop and maintain bid plans, responsibility matrices, trackers, and risk registers.</li></ol></td></tr><tr><td><ol><li>Coordinate and drive inputs from operations, finance, HR, legal, HSE, procurement, and technical teams.</li></ol></td></tr><tr><td><ol><li>Chair bid kick-off meetings, progress reviews, and submission readiness reviews.</li></ol></td></tr><tr><td><ol><li>Review, challenge, and quality-check bid content for accuracy, consistency, and client alignment.</li></ol></td></tr><tr><td><ol><li>Ensure pricing inputs align with the approved solution, scope, and assumptions (without approving final pricing).</li></ol></td></tr><tr><td><ol><li>Identify bid risks, gaps, and opportunities and escalate issues to bid management or leadership.</li></ol></td></tr><tr><td><ol><li>Manage client clarifications, addenda, and bid communications in line with governance protocols.</li></ol></td></tr><tr><td><ol><li>Oversee document control, version management, and use of approved templates and standards.</li></ol></td></tr><tr><td><ol><li>Ensure timely, compliant submission of bids via portals or physical delivery after formal approvals.</li></ol></td></tr><tr><td><ol><li>Support bid presentations, negotiations, and post-submission clarifications as required.</li></ol></td></tr><tr><td><ol><li>Lead bid handover to operations and contract teams for awarded projects.</li></ol></td></tr><tr><td><ol><li>Maintain confidentiality and integrity of commercial, contractual, and strategic information.</li></ol></td></tr><tr><td><ol><li>Act within delegated authority to request information, convene meetings, and coordinate resources.</li></ol></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Senior Bid Coordinator

D&B Properties

Location: D&amp;B Properties Main Office, Dubai Contract Type: Full Time Category: General Staff Sub-Category: Agents Division: D&amp;B Sales Department: D&amp;B Secondary Sales Section: Sales Team Reporting Line: Sales Manager – Secondary Sales Key Responsibilities&nbsp;1. Client Engagement &amp; Relationship Building&nbsp;<ul><li>Build and maintain relationships with potential buyers and property owners to generate leads and referrals.</li><li>Deliver excellent customer service throughout the sales process, addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.</li></ul>&nbsp;2. Property Showcasing &amp; Advisory&nbsp;<ul><li>Conduct property tours and viewings for prospective buyers, clearly highlighting property features and benefits.</li><li>Stay informed about Dubai real estate market trends, property values, and competitor offerings to provide well-informed recommendations.</li></ul>&nbsp;3. Sales Negotiation &amp; Transaction Management&nbsp;<ul><li>Negotiate sales contracts, terms, and conditions while ensuring transparency and client satisfaction.</li><li>Coordinate property inspections, appraisals, and closing processes to ensure smooth transactions.</li></ul>&nbsp;4. Sales Performance &amp; Target Achievement&nbsp;<ul><li>Achieve and exceed sales targets set by the Director of Secondary Sales through proactive sales strategies and client engagement.</li><li>Use CRM systems and sales tools to manage client interactions, track leads, and monitor performance.</li></ul>&nbsp;5. Collaboration &amp; Compliance&nbsp;<ul><li>Collaborate with internal teams, including Marketing and Legal, to ensure regulatory compliance and effective property promotion.</li><li>Maintain and regularly update listings of available properties.</li></ul>&nbsp;6. Additional Responsibilities&nbsp;<ul><li>Perform any additional lawful duties assigned by management.</li></ul>&nbsp;Knowledge &amp; Experience&nbsp;Essential Requirements&nbsp;<ul><li>Sales experience in a similar field</li><li>Minimum 1 year of real estate experience within the Dubai market</li></ul>&nbsp;Preferred Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field</li></ul>&nbsp;Behavioral Competencies &amp; Skills1. Technical Skills&nbsp;<ul><li>Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite</li><li>Strong knowledge of the Dubai premium real estate market</li><li>Excellent verbal communication skills</li><li>Strong negotiation skills with attention to detail in contract negotiations</li></ul>&nbsp;2. Sales &amp; Behavioral Competencies&nbsp;<ul><li>Customer-oriented mindset</li><li>Integrity and trust</li><li>Strong organizational skills</li><li>Competitive and target-driven</li><li>Self-confident</li><li>Effective negotiator</li></ul>

Sales Consultant

Dubai DET

JOB OBJECTIVE:&nbsp;The Assistant Manager of Seasonal Festival is responsible for supporting the planning, execution, and performance tracking of marketing campaigns for seasonal festivals such as DSF, DSS, and other key activations. The role focuses on driving public awareness, footfall, and engagement by coordinating with internal teams, retailers, malls, sponsors, and external agencies.&nbsp;The Assistant Manager ensures campaign content, messaging, and visuals are aligned with brand guidelines, while also assisting in managing procurement processes, monitoring campaign performance, and contributing to continuous improvement across all campaign touchpoints. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:&nbsp;Core Functional Responsibilities &amp; Subject Matter Expertise<ul><li>Assist in the development and execution of integrated marketing campaigns for seasonal festivals, ensuring alignment with festival objectives, audience profiles, and brand positioning.</li><li>Coordinate campaign timelines, creative briefings, and rollout plans across internal DFRE teams and external agencies.</li><li>Support the creation of compelling multi-channel campaign content and messaging tailored to drive audience awareness and attendance.</li><li>Contribute to audience segmentation strategies to enhance campaign effectiveness and reach across key consumer demographics.</li><li>Prepare and distribute internal communication toolkits and campaign briefs to align DFRE departments, partners, and collaborators.</li><li>Collaborate with retailers, malls, and sponsors to integrate their offerings and activations into the campaign, ensuring strong visibility and cross-promotional alignment.</li><li>Assist in the development of campaign one-pagers, outlining objectives, KPIs, content strategy, budgets, and relevant international benchmarks.</li><li>Review and provide guidance on creative assets to ensure consistency with brand guidelines and storytelling standards across all campaign touchpoints.</li><li>Act as a brand guardian during campaign execution, collaborating with internal teams and agencies to maintain high-quality, cohesive messaging and visual identity.</li><li>Coordinate with creative, media, production, and influencer agencies to manage campaign deliverables and performance tracking.</li><li>Familiarity with procurement processes related to campaign execution, including supporting RFP/RFI preparation, vendor coordination, and tracking of purchase orders and contracts.</li><li>Track and report campaign performance metrics such as reach, engagement, and footfall and provide insights for optimization.</li><li>Maintain strong relationships with retailers, malls, and sponsors to gather feedback, ensure satisfaction, and identify opportunities for future campaign collaboration.</li><li>Conduct research and benchmarking on global festival campaigns to inform strategy and inspire innovation.</li><li>Compile and analyze post-campaign reports and stakeholder feedback to inform future campaign planning and continuous improvement.</li><li>Maintain well-documented records of campaign assets, contracts, vendor files, and performance dashboards in compliance with DFRE and DET policies.</li><li>Stay updated on local regulations, media trends, and best practices in event marketing and high-footfall campaign activations.</li></ul>&nbsp;Qualifications &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, or related fields.</li><li>Professional certifications such as the Project Management Professional (PMP); are advantageous.</li><li>Minimum of 5 years of experience in marketing campaigns, brand communication, or event-related promotions, preferably within the retail, entertainment, or government sector.</li><li>Proven experience coordinating multi-channel marketing campaigns with internal teams and external agencies.</li><li>Experience in reviewing creative assets and ensuring brand alignment across various platforms.</li><li>Familiarity with procurement processes related to marketing services, including RFP preparation, vendor management, and budget coordination.</li><li>Strong understanding of audience segmentation, campaign performance tracking, and post-campaign analysis.</li><li>Previous involvement in large-scale, high-footfall campaigns or festivals is an advantage.</li><li>Experience working with malls, retailers, or sponsors in a campaign or event activation context is highly desirable.</li></ul>

Assistant Manager - Events & Festivals Marketing (National Talent only)

Confidential

Job Overview A Marketing co, is seeking a talented and experienced Media Buyer to join our dynamic team. This is a Full-Time position ideal for a strategic thinker who can drive growth for both our organisation and our divers' projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, negotiating, and executing media buying campaigns across various platforms to maximise reach and return on investment.&nbsp; Responsibilities * Develop, execute, and optimise comprehensive media buying strategies in alignment with marketing objectives. * Manage and monitor media campaigns across multiple channels. * Analyse campaign performance data and provide actionable insights and reports to the manger. * Conduct in-depth market research to identify target audience behaviours, media consumption habits, and emerging trends. * Oversee media budgets, ensuring campaigns are delivered within agreed financial parameters.&nbsp; * Collaborate closely with internal marketing teams and external clients to ensure creative and messaging are effective for the chosen media channels. * Stay current with industry developments, new media platforms, and digital advertising technologies. Qualifications * Proven experience working as a Media Buyer or in a similar role within an agency or in-house marketing team and in Saudi Arabia markets. * Demonstrable experience in planning and executing successful advertising campaigns. * Strong analytical abilities with a data-driven approach to decision-making. * Proficiency with media buying software and digital analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Facebook Ads Manager). * A thorough understanding of the media landscape and different advertising platforms. * Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. * A degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or a related field is desirable. Benefits * A Monthly rate (250$ to 500$) and the stability of a full-time role. * The unique opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of exciting and ambitious start-up companies. * A collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. * Opportunities for continuous professional development and career growth within a supportive organisation. &nbsp;

Media Buyer

Career Pro Recruitment Agency in UAE

Career Pro Recruitment Agency in the UAE is hiring a Digital Marketing Manager for one of its clients. The ideal candidate will lead digital strategy, drive measurable growth across paid and organic channels, and work closely with internal stakeholders to strengthen brand presence and customer acquisition.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Develop and own the digital marketing strategy aligned with business goals</li><li>Plan, execute, and optimize performance campaigns across Google Ads, Meta, LinkedIn, TikTok (as relevant)</li><li>Manage SEO strategy (technical, on-page, and content) to improve rankings and organic traffic</li><li>Oversee social media strategy, community growth, and content performance</li><li>Lead email marketing, automation, segmentation, and lifecycle campaigns</li><li>Track and report on KPIs (CAC, ROAS, CPL, conversion rate, retention, traffic growth)</li><li>Manage the marketing budget and allocate spend based on performance insights</li><li>Coordinate with creative/content teams and external agencies for campaign assets</li><li>Improve website performance with CRO initiatives (A/B tests, landing pages, funnels)</li><li>Ensure brand consistency across all digital touchpoints</li><li>Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and new channel opportunities</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;<h3>Requirements</h3>&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field</li><li>5+ years of hands-on digital marketing experience (UAE/GCC experience is a plus)</li><li>Strong knowledge of paid media, SEO, analytics, and conversion optimization</li><li>Proficiency in GA4, Google Tag Manager, Search Console, Meta Business Manager, and reporting dashboards</li><li>Experience with CRM/email tools (HubSpot, Salesforce, Zoho, Mailchimp, etc.)</li><li>Solid understanding of content strategy and social media performance metrics</li><li>Ability to manage multiple campaigns and deadlines with a structured approach</li><li>Strong communication skills and stakeholder management</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;<h3>Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)</h3>&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Experience in e-commerce, real estate, healthcare, hospitality, or B2B lead generation (depending on client sector)</li><li>Basic understanding of HTML/CSS and web CMS platforms (WordPress or similar)</li><li>Experience with marketing automation and lead nurturing workflows</li><li>Team leadership experience</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;<h3>What the Client Offers</h3>&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Competitive salary package (based on experience)</li><li>Career growth and exposure to high-impact projects</li><li>Supportive, performance-driven environment</li></ul>

Digital Marketing Manager

Minimum Qualifications:<ul><li>University/College Degree in a related field from the US/UK</li><li>LLB or JD equivalent from a recognized international law school</li><li>US/UK qualified preferred</li></ul>&nbsp;Experience:<ul><li>Recent graduate or candidates with less than 3 years of experience may be considered who have strong credentials and law-related internship experience</li></ul>&nbsp;Responsibilities<ul><li>Supporting the Senior Privacy Officer in carrying out their day to day duties. This will include assisting with review of contracts and projects to identify and address data privacy issues, supporting on periodic training and awareness relevant to data protection, supporting on drafting policies and procedures that enforce compliance with legislation, supporting in communications with data subjects, supporting on research to understand and keep up to date on any developments and updates in data privacy laws and regulations (including any regulatory reports or guidance, case laws, international principles, frameworks, guidelines and best practices) that impact DET and its affiliated group entities (collectively, DUBAI DET), assisting with conducting data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and being the point of contact for DUBAI DET staff and Data Protection Champions on all data privacy matters. To facilitate data protection compliance by providing day to day support to the Senior Privacy Officer and independently handle tasks and functions assigned.</li><li>Supporting in delivering training sessions and programme of awareness-raising to deliver data protection compliance and to foster a data privacy culture for all staff and other relevant stakeholders.</li><li>Supporting the Senior Privacy Officer to identify and evaluate DUBAI DET’s data processing activities.</li><li>Supporting in maintaining records of processing operations.</li><li>Support in providing advice and instructions to staff and Data Protection Champions on how to comply with Data Protection policies and procedures including in relation to Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Data Subjects Rights requests etc.</li><li>Support in monitoring of compliance with data protection related procedures, implementing compliance with privacy governance framework related procedures within DUBAI DET.</li><li>Support in conducting personal data mapping exercises including development of related templates within data privacy compliance tools implemented at DUBAI DET.</li><li>Supporting the performance of audits and assisting in determining if alterations are required to procedures or if additional protections to comply with regulations.</li><li>Supporting the Senior Privacy Officer in writing and updating detailed guidance documents on data protection policies and procedures.</li><li>Support in reviewing policies, procedures, processes, guidelines and privacy statements to meet requirements under data protection regulations (including GDPR and any data localization or data transfer requirements)</li><li>Supporting on liaising with other organisations that process data on DUBAI DETs behalf or otherwise are involved in any data sharing with DUBAI DET to ensure compliance with data protection regulations.</li><li>Keeping up to date on updates and changes in law and provide feedback/ recommendations to Senior Privacy Officer on any potential impact on DUBAI DET to ensure compliance thereto.</li><li>Pursuing and maintaining relevant qualifications/certifications (CIPP/E, CIPM and CIPT).</li><li>Preparing and maintaining up to date detailed records, orderly documenting all research, advice, recommendations, correspondences etc. provided in respect any data protection or privacy matters including for the purposes of demonstrating compliance with data protection regulations.</li><li>Support in drafting, negotiating and reviewing commercial agreements that involve the processing of personal data.</li><li>Assist with implementing data protection policies and developing policies, procedures, processes and guidance, including improving operational efficiencies through the use and implementation of privacy management technology and tools.</li><li>Assist with investigations and advise on privacy incidents or privacy related complaints and undertake reporting and remedial actions as necessary.</li><li>Drive implementation of essential elements of the DPIAs, such as the principles of data processing, data subjects’ rights, data protection by design and by default, records of processing activities, security of processing, and notification and communication of personal data breaches.</li><li>Respond to data subjects to inform them about how their personal data is being used and what measures DUBAI DET has put in place to protect their data.</li><li>Report any failure to comply with the GDPR or applicable data protection regulations</li><li>Work with key stakeholders to enhance the process for all privacy impact assessments for greater efficiency and robustness.</li><li>Working with key internal stakeholders in the review of personal data processing projects to ensure compliance with data protection regulations.</li></ul>

Associate Privacy - (National Talent only)

Job Title: Tendering Coordinator Location: Doha, Qatar Employment Type: FULL-TIME Job Overview A leading company in providing turnkey design-build solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial developments, driven by a vision to be the undisputed partner of choice in quality projects. We utilize innovative and cutting-edge construction practices to meet the unique demands of Qatar’s environment. We are currently seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Tendering Coordinator to join our dynamic team in Doha. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the pre-construction phase, managing the entire tendering process to secure new projects that align with our commitment to excellence and client satisfaction. Responsibilities * Oversee the entire tender process from receipt of enquiry to submission, ensuring all deadlines are met. * Analyze and review tender documents, including drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements, to fully understand project scope. * Coordinate with internal departments, including estimation, design, procurement, and project management, to gather the necessary information for bid submissions. * Prepare, compile, and manage all documentation required for comprehensive and professional tender submissions. * Act as the primary point of contact for all tender-related communications, liaising with clients, consultants, and suppliers to clarify queries. * Maintain a detailed and accurate register of all tenders, tracking their status and outcomes. * Assist in the completion of pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs) to ensure the company is eligible to bid for strategic projects. * Ensure all bid submissions are compliant with client requirements and the company's quality and commercial standards. Qualifications * Proven experience in a Tendering Coordinator, Bid Coordinator, or a similar role within the construction or engineering industry. * A strong understanding of the tendering and procurement processes in the construction sector. * Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple projects and tight deadlines. * Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all work. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Proficiency in the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). * A proactive and collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively within a team. * A degree in a relevant discipline such as Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or Engineering is highly desirable. Benefits * A competitive salary and benefits package. * The opportunity to be a part of a leading design-build solutions provider in Qatar. * A professional and supportive work environment that fosters growth and development. * Involvement in high-profile and challenging projects.

Tendering Coordinator

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