Senior Program Director / Business Development

Spring Communications

Responsibilities

Understanding the clients business inside and out and lead on strategy development

Developing a business network including developing and attracting new clients

Drafting proposal letters and presentations for new business

Manages the business development plan, efforts and tracks results

To support in setting up GCC office and, and lead on developing client network

As a champion for integrated solutions, you will need to co-ordinate and manage effectively various experts, including creative, design, data analytics, social, influencer, paid media, and earned media.

Demonstrating the company values and culture whilst promoting the company Ahead internally and the company Approach to the market.

Managing and developing Program Managers and coordinators by providing real-time feedback, sharing knowledge within the team, developing their expertise in the management of larger programs

Oversees budgeting, billing, revenue projections, profitability, service levels on assigned clients

Requirements

At least 10 years of strategic communications, public relations, public affairs, digital campaign experience including leading successful client teams.

High ability for critical thinking, innovative insight and resolve complex issues

Proven track record in terms of gaining clients and maintaining a high level network of institutional clients.

Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships and to influence others

Gains trust and advises client(s) on a broad range of communication issues and opportunities

Experience in digital and social campaign, and community engagement

Strong proficiency with Technology and new media, and creating progressive presentations

Well-versed in current events and headline news at local, regional, and international levels

A high level of professionalism and discreetness is a prerequisite

Outstanding written and verbal English communication skills, Arabic and French is a plus.