Business Development

Job description / Role

Position Overview:

In this position, you will become part of an existing team that aims to promote the implementation and promulgation of the ICDL Digital Literacy Standard within the corporate sector throughout the Gulf region. Your primary objective is to create strategic partnerships with the semi governments in the region, in accordance with the ethos of the ICDL program and our humanitarian mission: bring digital literacy to the global population.

Responsibilities:
- Identify policymakers and/or organizations that have an influence on National Digital Literacy Initiatives.
- Create strategic relationships with key organizations to serve local communities in building a digital society.
- Work closely with local and the governments in the region by providing full-service project support.
- Understand and represent effectively the policies and procedures of the ICDL Digital Literacy Standard.
- Assist with the implementation of new digital literacy program as introduced to the region.
- Participate in events and conferences to present and promote the ICDL Digital Literacy Standard.

Requirements

Requirements:
- At least 2 years of work experience in Business Development and/or Marketing.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Arabic languages.
- Possess strong interpersonal skills, excellent organization skills and ability to prioritize projects and workload.
- Ability to make positive impressions on others by being helpful, responsive, diplomatic and professional.
- Must be confident and comfortable communicating at all levels while obtaining information pertaining to projects.
- Ability to present and explain points of view clearly and logically.
- Possess strong computer skills, including experience with internet research and proficiency in computer applications.
- Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, goal oriented, and achieving.
- Answer routine questions pertaining to the ICDL Digital Literacy.
- Ability to travel, both within the UAE and throughout the GCC

About the Company

BAC Middle East - the longest established professional recruitment consultancy in the UAE. Established in 1979, we have been at the forefront of the region's recruitment industry for 40 years and were the first firm of our type in the world to achieve ISO9001 certification: a reflection of our constant emphasis on quality and customer satisfaction.

With our well-developed infrastructure and staff strength, we are able to assist you with recruitment needs ranging from junior professionals through to middle and senior management, whatever your industry sector.

BAC's proven regional experience and resources can help ensure that you recruit the best available candidates and enjoy the many advantages of a managed recruitment process.