Marketing Executive - DC Aviation Al Futtaim

Job description / Role

DC Aviation Al Futtaim is in the process of establishing a VVIP business aviation enterprise in Dubai, with the Middle East being one of the most dynamic, fastest growing aviation markets in the world.

The goal is to establish a top-of-the line flight operation, as well as maintenance services, for the most demanding customers in the region, with the latest design of business aircraft being our everyday working environment. Currently, the fleet comprises of Airbus ACJ319 and a Global Express XRS jets.

Backed by a German business jet operator who ask for challenges in their everyday work and are not afraid of treading on new grounds.The role of the Executive Assistant is to provide personal administrative support and assistance to the General Manager and Executive team.  This role will also coordinate the PR and Marketing function with key stakeholders and also be responsible for special projects that may be assigned by the General Manager.

Key Responsibilities:
Marketing Functions:

* Coordinate brand development and product awareness in the region using ATL and BTL activities.
* Strategize, plan, and implement marketing programs in line with Company's objectives
* Manage budget to optimize marketing activities.
* Agency management - creative/advertising, PR, media buying.
* Coordinate marketing campaigns to increase sales, brand positioning.
* Work closely with Corporate Marketing team and develop guidelines for actual activation.
* Develop and manage events and exhibitions from start to end to maximize brand awareness in-line with corporate objectives.
* Develop solid relationships with all suppliers in regards to marketing activities in order for the company to benefit from such relationships.
* Assess industry event sponsorship opportunities and formulate proposals based on company goals.
* Monitor and report on competitor marketing activities when possible.
* Feed-back all industry developments relating to new business, partnerships, upcoming changes and personnel.
* Maintaining and upgrading sales & marketing related databases.
* Provide marketing & PR reports on a monthly basis to GM and Corporate Marketing.
* e-Marketing.
* Coordinate e-shots on a regular basis.
* Maintaining/updating the companys website.

PA Functions:

* Perform a variety of administrative or executive support tasks that are highly confidential and sensitive.
* Read, analyze, sort, and distribute incoming correspondence to the related internal/external parties and follow up.
* Receive and screen incoming calls and visitors, determine which are priority matters, and alert the GM or executive accordingly. Makes referrals to appropriate staff to provide requested information.
* File and retrieve documents, records, and reports as per GM requests.
* Perform general office duties such as ordering office supplies, tracking staff holidays (at request of GM).
* Plan and organize GM's internal and external meetings including; prepares agendas, formatting presentations, takes minutes and/or keeps record of proceedings (at request).
* Coordinate and facilitate the GM's calendar to arrange appointments, greet visitors at all level of seniority.
* Review, proofread, and edits documents prepared for the GM's signature.
* Handle all GM travel arrangements; prepare itineraries, prepare, compile and maintain travel records and report to finance.
* Carries out specific projects and research as assigned by the GM.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

* Detail oriented methodical approach to solving/performing tasks.
* Ability to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure.
* Pride in performing to the best of own ability.
* Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.

Behavioural Competencies :

* A strong sense of responsibility and excellent interpersonal skills.
* High commitment to impeccable service.
* Exceptional standard of professional excellence, discretion and integrity.
* Social competence in a multicultural environment.
* Experience in Middle East is an advantage.

About the Company

Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.

The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.

The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.