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Marketing Director

Job Description:

MARKETING DIRECTOR - F&B - Agency - QSR 1. Develop and implement strategic communication plans that align with the company's vision and business objectives. 2. Articulate brand stories and messaging frameworks that resonate with regional audiences, particularly in Kuwait. Go-To-Market Capabilities:

1. Design and execute go-to-market strategies that accelerate product or service adoption in targeted markets. 2. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless market entry and sustained growth. Data Analysis & Growth Strategy:

1. Analyse multi-channel data to derive actionable insights that inform marketing decisions. 2. Present strategic growth visions to the CEO, based on a comprehensive understanding of market trends, competitor activities, and consumer behaviours. Corporate Communication Planning:

1. Lead the development of corporate communication strategies that enhance the company's public image and reputation. 2. Manage all aspects of communication campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand values and objectives. 3. Develop reputation-building campaigns to promote corporate trust and credibility. 4. Address reputation-related challenges proactively with appropriate messaging strategies for external and internal audiences. Agency Relationship Management:

1. Cultivate strong partnerships with advertising, PR, and other relevant agencies. 2. Negotiate contracts, oversee agency deliverables, and ensure maximum ROI with effective feedback and management. Research Agency Management:

1. Oversee collaborations with research agencies to gather market and consumer insights. 2. Evaluate and refine research methodologies to ensure data accuracy and relevance. Consumer Insight Discovery:

1. Lead research efforts to uncover deep consumer insights in Kuwait and regional markets. 2. Translate insights into actionable marketing strategies to strengthen brand connections with local and regional customers. Key Qualifications:

1. Proven senior marketing experience with successful strategic planning and execution for at least 10 years. 2. Exceptional analytical skills for interpreting complex data sets. 3. Strong leadership skills managing teams and external partnerships. 4. Deep understanding of Kuwait and regional market dynamics is a plus. 5. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including high-level strategic presentations. 6. Experience in corporate communication and reputation management. 7. Ability to manage agency relationships effectively to ensure performance and value. Academic Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or Industrial Engineering with a focus on Marketing. 2. MBA is a plus. 3. Additional certifications in social media, advertising, analytics, etc., are advantageous. Required Skills:

Go-To-Market, Communication, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Presentations, Partnerships, ROI Strategy, Research, BTL, ATL, Management, Marketing Leadership, Analytical Skills, Campaigns, Data Analysis, Advertising, Analytics, Agency Management, Planning, Branding, Consumer Insight

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Who are we?

As part of the Delivery Hero Network, Talabat is the pioneer of the online food ordering industry in the Middle East. Our operations span across Kuwait, Egypt, KSA, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Jordan and United Arab Emirates. With more than 1,500+ employees, 4 million users, 15,000+ brands and 400,000 daily orders, we are just getting started

Role Summary

Responsible for ensuring that Talabat Kuwait is well positioned as a brand in the market, reaching the right audience to optimize market share. Collaborate with the regional Marketing teams to drive local marketing campaigns, and manage and grow relationships with Key Strategic Partners (KSP).

What’s On Your Plate?
- Designs integrated marketing plans to cater for various food and non food verticals
- Identify new marketing opportunities and improve existing activities according to market needs
- Creating campaigns that are locally relevant and growing brand appeal as a locally loved brand
- Align Local Marketing campaigns with Regional Team
- Maximize ROI through strategic management and allocation of local budgets
- Plan and execute Locally Managed channels - Restaurant Marketing, Outdoor Advertising, Local Partnerships, Social Media, Events, Activations and more
- Guardian for brand and tone in the local market
- Manage local agencies
- Support Sales Team in creating marketing proposals for partners
- Lead mentor and coach a team of junior to mid level marketing team members

What Did We Order?
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing
- Minimum of 8 years’ experience working in Marketing and at least 5 leading teams
- Proven experience in working on Kuwaiti market
- Comfortable working in a challenging environment
- Fluent in English (Arabic is a plus)
- Communication skills (Written and Verbal)
- Excel Skills

VAC9651 - Director, Marketing Communications

Field:

Marketing

Contract Type:

Full Time - Permanent

Location:

Closing Date:

31-Jul-2025

The Company

Ooredoo is an organisation on the move. Thanks to our dedicated employees, we continue to move closer towards our vision to be among the top 20 telecommunications companies in the world.

We are a dynamic global telecommunications player operating in 17 countries across the Middle East, North Africa (MENA) and Asia. We cover a population of more than half a billion people and serve more than 68 million customers.

In Kuwait, we employ approximately 1,000 talented people, all of whom are driving Ooredoo to be the number one choice for world-class communications services in Kuwait. In the face of intensifying competition, increasingly sophisticated technology and rising customer expectations, nothing is more important to our success than our team – and it's a team that you can be part of.

Ooredoo's future is bright, and you can be part of our ongoing success.

The Purpose

Develop and implement global marketing communications plans that drive the demand for company products and brand. Responsible for the overall management of the Company’s marketing Communications department, accomplish with advertising to create and execution of external communication and advertising and sustain dependability in the use and layout of corporate image, build brand identity across all the departments and provide a recognizable corporate image.

Key Accountabilties & Responsiblities

Direct the development and execution of global marketing communications initiatives including product launches, sales collateral, tradeshows, campaigns, social site presence, company website, public relations, internal communication, regulatory communications and corporate events.

Establish, own and drive a strategic internal and external communications strategy that positively affects employees’ and customers’ understanding, engagement and commitment with the result of an even stronger connection to the company and leads to a return on investment.

Ensure new communication campaigns and programs are aimed at reaching sales targets.

Manage brand delivery and consistency across all markets for all product lines.

Build and manage the corporate communications budget.

Actively lead, build and manage the Corporate Communications team including graphics designers, corporate communications specialists, media specialists and copy writers to produce high quality publications and materials on time and within budget.

Supervise advertising campaigns for advertising agencies, media firms or companies that have their own advertising departments.

Typically, they work in conjunction with a variety of departments, such as sales and finance, as well as creative staff, to create a campaign that meets the client or company's expectations.

Responsible for marketing and publicizing goods or services within a company.

Performs research to find target audience, holds focus groups, outlines goals, develops concepts, creates storyboards, approves copywriting, and sets budgets for ad campaignsLead the creative development of quarterly brand themes that convey the brand point-of-view, and business targets for the quarter.

Develop and direct measurable multi-channel, cross-channel, channel-specific, product, promotional, and cause-related marketing programs that tie back to brand strategy and business goals.

Responsible for ensuring that the products, services and product lines that fall under their domain resonate with current and potential customers.

To do so, these professionals continuously monitor marketing trends and keep a close eye on competitive products in the marketplace.

They also regularly meet with clients and senior management, and they oversee a team of junior marketers.Lead the social media team and strategy for Ooredoo Kuwait

Determine the best social media tactics to have the maximum coverage for Ooredoo Kuwait image, products, sponsorships and campaigns

Provide guidance and direction to the social media team to cover all social media channels 24 hours a dayProactively take responsibility for self improvement by staying well-informed of developments, knowledge and innovations in relevant field of expertise.

Other duties as directed by supervisor or other superiors.

Work to improve employee performance through personal coaching and identifying training and development needs.

Ensure Individual Development Plans (IDP) are completed for all staff in accordance with Ooredoo Telecom policy.

Conduct annual performance appraisals (Performance Management System) and ensure objectives set are monitored and achieved.

Qualifications

Bachelor degree in Mass Communication, Media, Advertising or related discipline and appropriate registration with a recognised professional institute

Qualification in Digital marketing is an added advantage

Requirements

8-9 required years of experience in advertising or promotional activities in the telecommunications sector

3+ year’s management experience.

Strong knowledge of the Kuwaiti advertising and media sector

Creative flair and excellent presentation skills

Ability to understand and execute the measurement of results and act appropriately to improve efforts

Ability to operate in a diverse multicultural, multinational work environment, exhibiting appropriate sensitivities

Good knowledge of MS Office applications like Excel, Word etc.

Demonstrated knowledge in the following required:

- Strong Analytical skills

- Strong interpersonal communication skills

- Media planning, Search engine environment, and optimization tools and techniques

Note: you will be required to attach the following: #J-18808-Ljbffr

VAC9651 - Director, Marketing Communications

Field: Marketing Contract Type: Full Time - Permanent Location: Closing Date: 31-Jul-2025 The Company

Ooredoo is an organisation on the move. Thanks to our dedicated employees, we continue to move closer towards our vision to be among the top 20 telecommunications companies in the world. We are a dynamic global telecommunications player operating in 17 countries across the Middle East, North Africa (MENA) and Asia. We cover a population of more than half a billion people and serve more than 68 million customers. In Kuwait, we employ approximately 1,000 talented people, all of whom are driving Ooredoo to be the number one choice for world-class communications services in Kuwait. In the face of intensifying competition, increasingly sophisticated technology and rising customer expectations, nothing is more important to our success than our team – and it's a team that you can be part of. Ooredoo's future is bright, and you can be part of our ongoing success. The Purpose

Develop and implement global marketing communications plans that drive the demand for company products and brand. Responsible for the overall management of the Company’s marketing Communications department, accomplish with advertising to create and execution of external communication and advertising and sustain dependability in the use and layout of corporate image, build brand identity across all the departments and provide a recognizable corporate image. Key Accountabilties & Responsiblities

Direct the development and execution of global marketing communications initiatives including product launches, sales collateral, tradeshows, campaigns, social site presence, company website, public relations, internal communication, regulatory communications and corporate events. Establish, own and drive a strategic internal and external communications strategy that positively affects employees’ and customers’ understanding, engagement and commitment with the result of an even stronger connection to the company and leads to a return on investment. Ensure new communication campaigns and programs are aimed at reaching sales targets. Manage brand delivery and consistency across all markets for all product lines. Build and manage the corporate communications budget. Actively lead, build and manage the Corporate Communications team including graphics designers, corporate communications specialists, media specialists and copy writers to produce high quality publications and materials on time and within budget. Supervise advertising campaigns for advertising agencies, media firms or companies that have their own advertising departments. Typically, they work in conjunction with a variety of departments, such as sales and finance, as well as creative staff, to create a campaign that meets the client or company's expectations. Responsible for marketing and publicizing goods or services within a company. Performs research to find target audience, holds focus groups, outlines goals, develops concepts, creates storyboards, approves copywriting, and sets budgets for ad campaignsLead the creative development of quarterly brand themes that convey the brand point-of-view, and business targets for the quarter. Develop and direct measurable multi-channel, cross-channel, channel-specific, product, promotional, and cause-related marketing programs that tie back to brand strategy and business goals. Responsible for ensuring that the products, services and product lines that fall under their domain resonate with current and potential customers. To do so, these professionals continuously monitor marketing trends and keep a close eye on competitive products in the marketplace. They also regularly meet with clients and senior management, and they oversee a team of junior marketers.Lead the social media team and strategy for Ooredoo Kuwait Determine the best social media tactics to have the maximum coverage for Ooredoo Kuwait image, products, sponsorships and campaigns Provide guidance and direction to the social media team to cover all social media channels 24 hours a dayProactively take responsibility for self improvement by staying well-informed of developments, knowledge and innovations in relevant field of expertise. Other duties as directed by supervisor or other superiors. Work to improve employee performance through personal coaching and identifying training and development needs. Ensure Individual Development Plans (IDP) are completed for all staff in accordance with Ooredoo Telecom policy. Conduct annual performance appraisals (Performance Management System) and ensure objectives set are monitored and achieved. Qualifications

Bachelor degree in Mass Communication, Media, Advertising or related discipline and appropriate registration with a recognised professional institute Qualification in Digital marketing is an added advantage Requirements

8-9 required years of experience in advertising or promotional activities in the telecommunications sector 3+ year’s management experience. Strong knowledge of the Kuwaiti advertising and media sector Creative flair and excellent presentation skills Ability to understand and execute the measurement of results and act appropriately to improve efforts Ability to operate in a diverse multicultural, multinational work environment, exhibiting appropriate sensitivities Good knowledge of MS Office applications like Excel, Word etc. Demonstrated knowledge in the following required: - Strong Analytical skills - Strong interpersonal communication skills - Media planning, Search engine environment, and optimization tools and techniques Note: you will be required to attach the following: #J-18808-Ljbffr

**Director of Sales & Marketing**

Through your passion and motivation, you sell memorable experience to guests who stay in your property. You are professional and knowledgeable about your property, and you build strong relationships and create bond with your guests.

**What’s in it for you**:

- Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
- Learning programs through our Academies and the opportunity to earn qualifications while you work
- Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
- Ability to make a difference in the local community through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21
- a competitive package for the role

**What you will be doing**:

- Streams throughout both rooms and food & beverage, including the marketing plan of how the same will be achieved.
- Conduct regular thorough analysis of the market and more specifically the hotel competitor set ensuring the hotel is well positioned rate and yield management structure wise to achieve and maintain the budgeted Revenue Generated Index rating.
- Develop, implement and manage rates structures and strategies through market data review and demand analysis.
- Develop, implement and manage the process of developing sales leads and qualifying the same across all business units within the hotel, ensuring all key employees are familiar with and understand this process.
- Establish materialization goals for key accounts and market segments for each team member and monitor and manage the same.
- Monitor and manage the departmental operating expenses in line with budget and forecast.
- Manage the co-ordination of all strategic MH&R Sales & Marketing activities in line with the Area Sales & Marketing Office.
- Ensure all Standard Operating Procedures and Contracts for the Sales & Marketing department are written, reviewed and approved as and when necessary.
- Develop, review and manage departmental work schedules, ensuring adequate Sales & Marketing coverage and representation both in the hotel and the market, including scheduling sales calls, trips, site inspections and familiarisations.

**Your experience and skills include**:

- Pervious Sales & Marketing previous leadership experience essentially required
- Proven ability to build and maintain good relationships with all guests and Clients.
- Communicate thoughts, actions and opportunities clearly with strong networking skills
- Ability to lead by example, believe in a strong team culture and set the scene for high performance
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities.

**Your team and working environment**:
With us you will always feel positive team work environment and open for all ideas, The team is Transparent & Open for Communication all the time

**Why work for Accor?**

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor,

Overview

Are you passionate about driving revenue, building strong client networks, and elevating brand presence? We’re looking for a Assistant Director of Sales & Marketing to join our leadership team and support the Director of Sales & Marketing in shaping the commercial success of our hotel in Kuwait.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

• Assisting in the creation and execution of the annual sales & marketing strategy to achieve revenue goals across rooms, F&B, events, and other outlets.


• Leading, coaching, and motivating the sales & marketing team to deliver strong results while fostering a culture of collaboration and performance.


• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key accounts, government entities, corporate clients, and travel partners.


• Leveraging your local market knowledge, strong connections, and networks in Kuwait to capture new business opportunities and strengthen our positioning.


• Analyzing competitor activity, market trends, and performance reports to identify new growth areas.


• Coordinating with Marketing, PR, and Digital teams to enhance the hotel’s visibility and campaigns, ensuring alignment with IHG brand standards.


• Partnering with Revenue, Operations, and Finance to optimize pricing, promotions, and distribution strategies.


• Representing the hotel at trade shows, exhibitions, and community events to build brand recognition.


• Preparing performance forecasts, sales reports, and presentations for senior management.

What we need from you:

• Candidate must be currently based in Kuwait with proven connections and networks in the local market.


• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or Hospitality Management.


• 5–7 years of progressive Sales & Marketing experience within luxury or 5-star hotels, including at least 2 years in a managerial or assistant director role.


• Strong leadership and people management skills.


• Proven track record of meeting sales targets and driving revenue growth.


• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.


• Strong understanding of digital marketing, branding, and business development.


• Fluency in English required; Arabic is an advantage.


• Flexibility to travel and attend events as needed.

What you can expect from us

• A supportive workplace where you can grow and thrive within IHG’s global network.


• Professional development, international exposure, and career progression opportunities.


• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives and a comprehensive benefits package.


• The chance to be part of a culture that values True Hospitality for Good – for our guests, colleagues, and the community.

Don’t quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We’ll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

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Are you passionate about driving revenue, building strong client networks, and elevating brand presence? We’re looking for an Assistant Director of Sales & Marketing to join our leadership team and support the Director of Sales & Marketing in shaping the commercial success of our hotel in Kuwait.

Are you passionate about driving revenue, building strong client networks, and elevating brand presence? We’re looking for an Assistant Director of Sales & Marketing to join our leadership team and support the Director of Sales & Marketing in shaping the commercial success of our hotel in Kuwait.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

Assisting in the creation and execution of the annual sales & marketing strategy to achieve revenue goals across rooms, F&B, events, and other outlets.

Leading, coaching, and motivating the sales & marketing team to deliver strong results while fostering a culture of collaboration and performance.

Building and maintaining strong relationships with key accounts, government entities, corporate clients, and travel partners.

Leveraging your local market knowledge, strong connections, and networks in Kuwait to capture new business opportunities and strengthen our positioning.

Analyzing competitor activity, market trends, and performance reports to identify new growth areas.

Coordinating with Marketing, PR, and Digital teams to enhance the hotel’s visibility and campaigns, ensuring alignment with IHG brand standards.

Partnering with Revenue, Operations, and Finance to optimize pricing, promotions, and distribution strategies.

Representing the hotel at trade shows, exhibitions, and community events to build brand recognition.

Preparing performance forecasts, sales reports, and presentations for senior management.

What we need from you:

Candidate must be currently based in Kuwait with proven connections and networks in the local market.

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or Hospitality Management.

5–7 years of progressive Sales & Marketing experience within luxury or 5-star hotels, including at least 2 years in a managerial or assistant director role.

Strong leadership and people management skills.

Proven track record of meeting sales targets and driving revenue growth.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Strong understanding of digital marketing, branding, and business development.

Fluency in English required; Arabic is an advantage.

Flexibility to travel and attend events as needed.

What you can expect from us:

A supportive workplace where you can grow and thrive within IHG’s global network.

Professional development, international exposure, and career progression opportunities.

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives and a comprehensive benefits package.

The chance to be part of a culture that values True Hospitality for Good – for our guests, colleagues, and the community.

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Are you passionate about driving revenue, building strong client networks, and elevating brand presence? We’re looking for an

Assistant Director of Sales & Marketing

to join our leadership team and support the Director of Sales & Marketing in shaping the commercial success of our hotel in Kuwait. Are you passionate about driving revenue, building strong client networks, and elevating brand presence? We’re looking for an

Assistant Director of Sales & Marketing

to join our leadership team and support the Director of Sales & Marketing in shaping the commercial success of our hotel in Kuwait. A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be: Assisting in the creation and execution of the annual sales & marketing strategy to achieve revenue goals across rooms, F&B, events, and other outlets. Leading, coaching, and motivating the sales & marketing team to deliver strong results while fostering a culture of collaboration and performance. Building and maintaining strong relationships with key accounts, government entities, corporate clients, and travel partners. Leveraging your

local market knowledge, strong connections, and networks in Kuwait

to capture new business opportunities and strengthen our positioning. Analyzing competitor activity, market trends, and performance reports to identify new growth areas. Coordinating with Marketing, PR, and Digital teams to enhance the hotel’s visibility and campaigns, ensuring alignment with IHG brand standards. Partnering with Revenue, Operations, and Finance to optimize pricing, promotions, and distribution strategies. Representing the hotel at trade shows, exhibitions, and community events to build brand recognition. Preparing performance forecasts, sales reports, and presentations for senior management. What we need from you:

Candidate

must be currently based in Kuwait

with proven

connections and networks in the local market. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or Hospitality Management. 5–7 years of progressive Sales & Marketing experience within luxury or 5-star hotels, including at least 2 years in a managerial or assistant director role. Strong leadership and people management skills. Proven track record of meeting sales targets and driving revenue growth. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Strong understanding of digital marketing, branding, and business development. Fluency in English required; Arabic is an advantage. Flexibility to travel and attend events as needed. What you can expect from us:

A supportive workplace where you can grow and thrive within IHG’s global network. Professional development, international exposure, and career progression opportunities. Competitive salary with performance-based incentives and a comprehensive benefits package. The chance to be part of a culture that values

True Hospitality for Good

– for our guests, colleagues, and the community.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

#J-18808-Ljbffr