Specialist, High Value Sponsorship & Events at T2 (Formerly 9Mobile)

Job Summary       
Assist in the implementation of Events and Sponsorships primarily targeted at the High Value segment. Managing end-to-end processes with extensive marketing experience and a passion for driving results through innovative thinking.

Principal Functions       

•     Identification and reporting of Etisalat related sponsorship trends, best practice case studies and opportunities.
•     Assist in developing comprehensive integrated proposals and business cases for sponsorship or Etisalat initiatives to the Head, High Value Events & Sponsorship.
•     Assist in identifying required resources, personnel and funding to execute strategy.
•     Assist in identification, assessment and evaluation of potential sponsorship properties.
•     Measure, report and communicate relevant metrics and evaluation to ensure effective measures are applied to existing sponsorship properties ensuring ROI.
•     Maintain an accurate record update of sponsorship investments and rejections.
•     Facilitation and management of sponsorship execution for all properties ensuring brand obligations are adhered to by governing bodies, promoter or sponsored bodies and suppliers.
•     Develop and execute activation plans for new and existing sponsorship assets specifically adding unique value at all event offerings for the target audience.
•     Engage and manage relevant streams and units for activation requirements ensuring synergy in communication and all deliverables.
•     End-to-end planning, management and support of events and activations for sponsorship properties in line with agreed processes and procedures.
•     End-to-end management of all digital applications and platforms for all sponsorship properties.
•     Perform any other duties as advised by the Manager, High Value Sponsorship and events.

Educational Requirements       

•     Bachelor's degree in any field

Experience,Skills & Competencies           

•     3 - 5 years post NYSC work experience with 3 years in marketing, advertising, brand management or event activation with project management
•     Team player, exceptional customer service attitude, versatile and able to work in a fast-paced environment
•     Excellent analytical, written and oral communication and presentation skills
•     Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office packages and programmes
•     Ability to plan and manage a working budget
•     Strategic and creative thinking
•     Strong research and analytical skills
•     Strong network of relevant industry contacts
•     Understanding of digital and social media markets desirable (Mobile Apps, Website Architecture)
•     Understanding of luxury market desirable