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Creative Artists Agency

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description
</h2>THE AGENCY
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is a leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, brand management and consumer product licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA&rsquo;s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, form brand marketing services division, and launch a family office advisory practice, among other innovations. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for nine consecutive years, CAA represents more than 3,000 of the world&rsquo;s top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, and soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of property sales and sponsorships, media advisory, brand consulting, venue development and strategic advisory, and executive search.
Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, London,
Nashville, Munich, Shanghai, Beijing, Chicago, Washington, D.C., Singapore, Toronto, Denver, Charlotte, Jacksonville, and Atlanta, among other locations globally.
OVERVIEW
We have an exciting opportunity for a talented Account Director to join our award-winning global Brand Consulting team and support a key client across their global partnership portfolio.
We are seeking a senior marketing consultant with experience developing and delivering activation strategies for brands in sport, entertainment and culture. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate their understanding and capabilities leading and managing 360 sponsorship campaigns across a range of disciplines including rights management, experiential, digital, content and communications.
THE ROLE
This is an exciting role servicing one of Brand Consulting&rsquo;s flagship accounts in the UAE region.
The client is based in Abu Dhabi, but the account is led out of our UK office. Working in partnership with the London team, the UAE-based Account Director will provide thought leadership, strategic advisory, meticulous planning, in-market expertise and communication with the client in real time.
Working alongside a Vice President and Account Manager, the Account Director will need to draw upon their knowledge and experience, to help advise and guide the client on creative strategies and impactful activations for their brand partnerships and sponsorships.
We are looking for someone that can not only demonstrate the requisite experience and skils to execute the deliverables in our scope of work, but to also bring a commercial mindset to the role and be proactive when it comes to growth opportunities in the region.
Main Responsibilities to include, but limited to:
<ul><li>Must be able to be present in the client&rsquo;s Abu Dhabi office 3 days a week
</li><li>Develop and manage relationships with key clients, suppliers and stakeholders in-market.
</li><li>Consult and advise client on best practices and processes to optimise sponsorship investments.
</li><li>Ensure alignment, connectivity, and clear lines of communication between client and UK team.
</li><li>Assist UK team on cultural nuances and insights to aid strategic and creative development.
</li><li>Assist Vice President in developing actionable strategies that maximise partnership rights. and assets and aligns with brand and business objectives.
</li><li>Local market lead for all campaign activation, measurement and reporting.
</li><li>Develop global market guidelines and toolkits to manage and optimise rights and assets.
</li><li>Attend events, host clients, network and oversee on-ground activity as required.
</li><li>Monitoring latest trends in sport, digital and technology in market.
</li><li>Contribute to organic growth of the account where necessary.
</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
<ul><li>Must have significant agency or in-house experience at a client/campaign lead level.
</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and best in class client servicing, account handling and project management.
</li><li>Experience leading 360 global brand partnership campaigns.
</li><li>A natural communicator with the ability to build relationships at every level with ease.
</li><li>Demonstrable exposure to strategic decision making, campaign planning, communications, asset development and amplification and event management is vital.
</li><li>A keen interest / experience in sport is advantageous but not critical.
</li><li>Experience liaising with and managing partnerships in the UAE alongside local market teams.
</li><li>Must have an organised and detail-oriented approach with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, juggling multiple projects simultaneously.
</li><li>Team player that loves to collaborate but with the ability to work autonomously.
</li><li>Creative flair with a passion for ideas and innovative thinking.
</li><li>Confident presentation skills, verbal and written with a strong attention to detail.
</li></ul>#LI-DNI</div>

Account Director - UAE

<div>Job Description
THE AGENCY
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the world&rsquo;s leading entertainment and sports agency, with offices in Los Angeles, New York, Nashville, London and Beijing. Founded in 1975, CAA represents many of the most successful professionals working in film, television, music, theatre, video games, sport, and digital content, and provides a range of strategic marketing and consulting services to corporate clients.
In CAA Brand Consulting we have 250+ specialists working with over 40 leading brands. Our vision is to be the strategic partner for brands in helping them solve their biggest challenges. Our services and connectivity in sport and entertainment allow us to identify, develop, activate and measure partnership strategies that build brands and grow business. In London our clients include the likes of OKX, Volvo, Salesforce, Qualcomm, Allianz and Etihad Airways.
There is also a unique culture within CAA; for a global agency it has a small agency feel, with a great sense of teamwork, ambition, empowerment and entrepreneurialism.
OVERVIEW
We have an exciting opportunity for a talented Account Director to join our award-winning global Brand Consulting team and support a key client across their global partnership portfolio.
We are seeking a senior marketing consultant with experience developing and delivering activation strategies for brands in sport, entertainment and culture. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate their understanding and capabilities leading and managing 360 sponsorship campaigns across a range of disciplines including rights management, experiential, digital, content and communications.
THE ROLE
This is an exciting role servicing one of Brand Consulting&rsquo;s flagship accounts in the UAE region.
The client is based in Abu Dhabi, but the account is led out of our UK office. Working in partnership with the London team, the UAE-based Account Director will provide thought leadership, strategic advisory, meticulous planning, in-market expertise and communication with the client in real time.
Working alongside a Vice President and Account Manager, the Account Director will need to draw upon their knowledge and experience, to help advise and guide the client on creative strategies and impactful activations for their brand partnerships and sponsorships.
We are looking for someone that can not only demonstrate the requisite experience and skils to execute the deliverables in our scope of work, but to also bring a commercial mindset to the role and be proactive when it comes to growth opportunities in the region.
Main Responsibilities to include, but limited to:
<ul><li>Must be able to be present in the client&rsquo;s Abu Dhabi office 3 days a week
</li><li>Develop and manage relationships with key clients, suppliers and stakeholders in-market.
</li><li>Consult and advise client on best practices and processes to optimise sponsorship investments.
</li><li>Ensure alignment, connectivity, and clear lines of communication between client and UK team.
</li><li>Assist UK team on cultural nuances and insights to aid strategic and creative development.
</li><li>Assist Vice President in developing actionable strategies that maximise partnership rights. and assets and aligns with brand and business objectives.
</li><li>Local market lead for all campaign activation, measurement and reporting.
</li><li>Develop global market guidelines and toolkits to manage and optimise rights and assets.
</li><li>Attend events, host clients, network and oversee on-ground activity as required.
</li><li>Monitoring latest trends in sport, digital and technology in market.
</li><li>Contribute to organic growth of the account where necessary.
</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
<ul><li>Must have significant agency or in-house experience at a client/campaign lead level.
</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and best in class client servicing, account handling and project management.
</li><li>Experience leading 360 global brand partnership campaigns.
</li><li>A natural communicator with the ability to build relationships at every level with ease.
</li><li>Demonstrable exposure to strategic decision making, campaign planning, communications, asset development and amplification and event management is vital.
</li><li>A keen interest / experience in sport is advantageous but not critical.
</li><li>Experience liaising with and managing partnerships in the UAE alongside local market teams.
</li><li>Must have an organised and detail-oriented approach with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, juggling multiple projects simultaneously.
</li><li>Team player that loves to collaborate but with the ability to work autonomously.
</li><li>Creative flair with a passion for ideas and innovative thinking.
</li><li>Confident presentation skills, verbal and written with a strong attention to detail.</li></ul></div>

Zia Creative Network

Quick FactsCategoryDetailJob TypeFull-timeLocationAbu Dhabi, UAESeniorityDirector / SeniorLanguagesNative Arabic, Fluent EnglishReports ToAgency Director, CEO, COOTeamMarCom (Accounts, Strategy, Copywriting, etc.)Cross-CollaborationCreative, PR, Production, Government RelationsNote: This role sits within ZIA&rsquo;s MarCom team but operates in close alignment with executive leadership and cross-functional departments due to the sensitivity and seniority of the account.About ZIAZIA Creative Network is a culturally rooted creative agency with offices in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Halifax. Headquartered in the UAE, we specialize in bold, human-centered campaigns for leading brands and government entities across the Emirates and wider GCC. Our work also extends internationally, with select projects reaching audiences in North America and beyond.At ZIA, we combine deep regional insight with global creative standards to produce culturally meaningful, high-impact work across strategy, content, creative production, and digital platforms. We pride ourselves on delivering locally resonant, globally competitive ideas that drive real-world results.Important Note: ZIA is a high-performance, high-stakes environment. If you thrive under pressure, enjoy the intensity of tight deadlines, and take pride in producing exceptional work that moves people and shapes culture &mdash; you&rsquo;ll fit right in. We&rsquo;re looking for team members who are ambitious, resilient, and excited to push creative and strategic boundaries every day.About the RoleWe&rsquo;re hiring a strategic, discreet, and culturally fluent Account Director to lead a high-level government project involving the royal family. You will be the primary point of contact for the client, leading multi-disciplinary teams across creative, communications, content, and production.This is a fast-paced and highly sensitive role that requires intelligence, diplomacy, and leadership under pressure.Important Note: This role supports a senior-level government account involving VVIPs. Absolute discretion, cultural sensitivity, and professionalism are critical. Only candidates with native Arabic fluency, excellent English, and experience in similar high-stakes roles will be considered.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and manage day-to-day client communications and act as a trusted liaison with key government stakeholders</li><li>Oversee strategic planning and delivery across campaigns, activations, and communications</li><li>Lead the briefing process and ensure internal teams are aligned and delivering against client expectations</li><li>Coordinate internal teams (production, social, creative, PR, and other outputs) to ensure alignment and execution for on-time, on-brand delivery</li><li>Track and manage timelines/schedules, deliverables, budgets, feedback loops, and approvals across projects</li><li>Own and deliver client briefs, proposals, high-level reports, and approvals</li><li>Manage budgets, schedules, approvals, and quality control for all deliverables</li><li>Translate complex feedback into clear, actionable internal guidance</li><li>Anticipate challenges, resolve issues quickly, and maintain absolute client trust</li><li>Uphold protocol, confidentiality, and high cultural sensitivity in all aspects of delivery</li></ul>Required Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>8&ndash;10+ years of experience in client servicing or agency account management</li><li>Native-level Arabic and fluent English (spoken and written)</li><li>Prior experience working with UAE government, royal, or sensitive high-profile clients</li><li>Strong project management and multi-stakeholder coordination skills</li><li>Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, lead diverse teams, and manage complex projects</li><li>Strong understanding of the cultural and communications landscape in the UAE and GCC</li><li>Familiarity with agency workflow across creative, content, and digital teams</li></ul>Bonus Skills (Nice to Have)<ul><li>Background in PR, communications, or brand strategy</li><li>Experience in both government and private sector client accounts</li><li>Experience managing bilingual (Arabic/English) campaigns</li><li>Familiarity with formal protocol and content review processes/approval workflows especially within UAE entities</li><li>Experience in integrated campaigns that span creative, social, and event platforms</li><li>Experience working closely with multiple departments without an agency including creative and production teams</li></ul>Why Join ZIA<ul><li>Work on meaningful, high-impact national projects</li><li>Competitive salary and performance-based growth opportunities</li><li>Exposure to cross-collaborative work across disciplines, clients, and cultures</li><li>A diverse, dynamic, multicultural team with a shared standard of excellence</li><li>A creative culture that celebrates innovation, authenticity, bold thinking, cultural relevance, and results</li></ul>Important Note:We&rsquo;re only accepting applications through our official careers page.Serious applicants only:Visit zianetwork [dot] com [slash] careers to submit your CV, tailored cover letter, and answer all screening questions.Only complete applications will be considered.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: From AED18,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Have you completed the application at https://zianetwork.com/careers?</li></ul>

Account Director – Arabic Speaker | Government Account

Holiday

To drive profitable sales growth by managing and expanding relationships with key retail accounts (e.g., supermarkets, liquor chains, wholesalers, and distributors) while ensuring brand visibility, compliance with alcohol regulations, and execution of trade marketing programs.Core Responsibilities:Account Management &amp; Relationship Building.Sales Strategy &amp; Revenue Growth.Sales Strategy &amp; Revenue Growth.Forecasting, Reporting &amp; Data Analysis.Cross-Functional Collaboration.Compliance &amp; Regulatory Adherence.Market Development &amp; Brand Building.Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PermanentPay: AED8,000.00 - AED15,000.00 per month

Key Account Manager

Noventiq Seven Seas Technology

<div>
 
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 Manage large / enterprise accounts.
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 Maintain relationship with Vendor&rsquo;s managed account managers.
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 Farm existing major accounts.
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 Conduct cold calling and qualification of new prospects.
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 Prospect, maintain and manage overall client relationship.
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 Deliver corporate presentations to clients as part of Business Development activities.
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 Run solution presentations to clients as part of sales activities.
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 Bring in new opportunities/add new clients against assigned portfolio/domains of selling.
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 Position and sell complete IT products and services offerings too effectively.
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 Develop a healthy funnel, with sustainable opportunities with minimum thresholds met on monthly basis.
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 Maintain an up-to-date sales funnel/other sales tools to achieve assigned revenue targets and PIs.
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 Translate account mapping and sales related info into dashboards and internal reports for overall account tracker.
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 Generate proposals and sales costing based on requirements
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 Interact with C level executives and maintain proper account mapping across multi departments.
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 Manage and multi-task multiple deals simultaneously and rightly prioritize workload.
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 Engage and collaborate the entire ecosystem to meet client requirements.
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 Achieve assigned monthly targets and set KPIs.
 
 
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 University degree preferably in Computer Science, Business Administration or Engineering.
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 Minimum 5+ Years Sales experience (preferred within UAE).
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 Proven track records on closing large IT deals.
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 Certifications from leading IT Vendors/Technologies is must.
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 An Energetic Self-starter with demonstrated ability to work productively.
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 Excellent professional image, Good communication, presentation and team working skills.
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 Ability to meet targets and deadlines, handle pressure and overcome sales challenges
 
 
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 Location: Dubai - SSTC, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates ; Abu Dhabi - SSTC, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Wasserman Media Group LLC

<div>Wasserman operates at the epicenter of sports, music and entertainment, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. Our brands and properties division works with iconic brands and rights holders, supporting business growth through all marketing disciplines. We're a trusted partner to every major league, team and venue, building meaningful connections between brands, properties and fans. 
Headquartered in Los Angeles, Wasserman's presence spans 28 countries and more than 70 cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris and Sydney. For more information, please visit www.teamwass.com .
Wasserman is forever committed to serving our clients, colleagues and community with exceptional insight, influence and creativity, while making a positive and lasting impact. We support our employees&rsquo; professional aspirations, with a rich internal culture where curiosity is rewarded. We offer our people multiple learning and development programmes throughout the world. What we do is fast-paced, exciting and rewarding, which is why we love it and why you&rsquo;ll love life at Wasserman.
What you will be doing
Wasserman Middle East is seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead a major global motorsport partnership on behalf of a key client.
This role will oversee the day-to-day client relationship, guiding strategic discussions around sponsorship objectives and translating them into effective activation plans. You&rsquo;ll be responsible for end-to-end account management, including planning, execution, and reporting across the client&rsquo;s sponsorship portfolio.
We&rsquo;re looking for someone with strong client management skills, proven experience in the sponsorship industry, and a genuine passion for sport and entertainment. Motorsport experience and a deep understanding of the global sponsorship landscape in this space are essential.
Based in our UAE office (Abu Dhabi or Dubai), you&rsquo;ll collaborate with colleagues across the Middle East and globally. The role involves international and regional travel and reports into an Associate Vice President. Team leadership experience is required, as you will manage a small, dedicated team.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Account Management
<ul><li>Lead a major strategic sports partnership, managing delivery across all touchpoints.
</li><li>Build and maintain senior client and stakeholder relationships.
</li><li>Oversee team of six across roles from coordinator to senior account manager.
</li><li>Manage meetings, reporting, KPIs, and project documentation.
</li><li>Drive reliable, solution-focused client service with strong internal collaboration.
</li></ul>Integrated Marketing
<ul><li>Lead end-to-end delivery of integrated campaigns including events, digital, PR, and guest experience.
</li><li>Manage timelines, budgets, creative development, and rights activation.
</li><li>Ensure alignment of all assets with client brand strategy.
</li><li>Collaborate cross-agency to deliver seamless execution.
</li></ul>Strategic Planning
<ul><li>Develop and deliver client strategy aligned with brand and partnership goals.
</li><li>Lead project impact measurement
</li><li>Translate project insight into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.
</li><li>Actively support the broader Wasserman new business function
</li></ul>Sponsorship &ndash; Motorsport in the Middle East
<ul><li>Extensive experience in motorsport sponsorship delivery across the region.
</li><li>Strong understanding of electric and traditional motorsport platforms.
</li><li>Skilled in adapting rights for local relevance and impact, especially in KSA.
</li><li>Established relationships with rights holders and event promoters beneficial
</li><li>Proven track record of leveraging sponsorship for brand and business growth.
</li></ul>Wasserman does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.</div>

Associate Director

emerson

Job Summary :The "ADNOC Sites Manager" is responsible for the Strategic Sites of a named Global Strategic Account of Emerson, in this case, ADNOC. This is a Leadership role in support of the overall Strategic Account Team with a primary goal of driving profitable business. The Sites Manager supports in a manner that ensures the coverage of the full scope of Emerson's automation solutions with the selected Sites and ensures strong growth of market share and entity.In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be :<ul><li>Develop a full understanding of the Site organization and work with the Strategic Account Director on alignment with overall ADNOC.</li><li>Be responsible for the development of wider and deeper connections across all end-user functions, with a focus on the Operations, Process, Reliability, Safety, and Maintenance domains.</li><li>Through positive relationships, understand the strategic imperatives and challenges, site priorities, and areas of support required.</li><li>Be the focal point for the end user team for any operational issues that require to be timely addressed within Emerson.</li><li>Position Emerson as a Partner of First Choice.</li><li>Promote and coordinate participation by customers on visitations at Emerson offices for Technical Information Exchange (TIE) Meetings, as well as involvement with the Emerson Global User's Exchange.</li><li>Facilitates Business Strategy Reviews for the Site that map how Emerson can be a Strategic Enabler for Business and Operations Problem resolution or the more efficient and effective advancement of Strategic Projects.</li><li>Keep the customer advised of new capabilities and product road maps and create opportunities to communicate these plans.</li><li>Leverage Emerson and Aspentech alignment to unlock whitespace opportunities.</li><li>Work with end users and internal team to proactively plan and conduct regular Site Walk-downs.</li><li>Prepare briefing documents for collaborative Site Planning Workshops.</li><li>Coordinate key activities across business units and other Emerson employees who call on the site.</li><li>Adhere to Health, Safety & Environment policies as laid by the organization.</li></ul>Who You Are?<li>You are a passionate quick learner and self-motivated. You build strong formal and informal networks.</li><li>As an active listener, you ask the right questions to accurately analyze situations. You build and deliver solutions that meet customer expectations.</li><li>You pursue everything with energy, drive, and the need to finish. You set daring goals and have high standards. You quickly and crucially act in constantly evolving situations.</li>For This Role, You Will Need :<li>5-8 years of Experience in the process industry and basic knowledge in process automation.</li><li>Must possess a Bachelor of Science or a diploma in Engineering or Technical Field.</li><li>Proficient in English & Arabic language.</li><li>Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.</li><li>Willing to travel to cover customer sites across Abu Dhabi and Emerson offices in UAE.</li>Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart :<li>Masters or equivalent experience in Business Administration is preferred.</li><li>Industrial Sales and Prior Account Management experience are preferred.</li><li>Prior working experience for ADNOC with an existing network is desired.</li>Our Culture & Commitment to You!At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide, medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

ADNOC Site Manager

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