Job Description
Summary
We are looking for an experienced, charismatic, and well-connected Dubai Networking Lead to spearhead our community-building efforts in the region.
Responsibilities:
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Develop and execute strategies to grow and nurture the ecosystem in Dubai, with the potential to expand to other regions
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Organize and lead regular meetups, workshops, and events, targeting both web3 and web2 audiences, including investors and startup founders
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Coordinate and host private dinners and other activities to build strong relationships within the industry
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Build and maintain the brand's reputation as a go-to meetup destination in Dubai, amid heavy competition
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Represent the company at various industry events, ensuring high visibility and engagement
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Recruit and lead a team to facilitate business development efforts across multiple brands within the ecosystem
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Secure access to events and speaking slots for key team members, increasing the company's thought leadership and presence in the market
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
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Brand recognition and recall in the Dubai tech scene
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Value delivered to internal brands, aligned with their local KPIs
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Growth in contacts, visibility, and strategic partnerships
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Access to high-profile events and speaking engagements secured for the company
Requirements:
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Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field
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Proven experience in networking, business development, or community management, preferably within the technology industry
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Strong existing network within the Dubai tech ecosystem, including investors, startup founders, and industry influencers
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Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
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Ability to organize and lead events, workshops, and networking sessions with confidence and poise
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Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently as well as part of a team
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Willingness to travel globally, as needed
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Business development manager experience or previous network creation and management experience is a significant plus
Skills
- Business Development
- Business Relation
- Lead Generation
- Negotiations Skills
- Networking
Other Benefits
Travel: Potential global travel