3 392 Digital Strategy jobs in the United Arab Emirates

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Digital Strategy Director to lead our digital initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive digital strategies that drive growth, enhance customer engagement, and improve overall brand performance. This role requires a deep understanding of digital marketing, innovative technologies, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership:

- Lead the development and execution of clients’ digital strategies.

- Collaborate with clients to align digital initiatives with business objectives.

- Drive innovation and continuous improvement in digital practices.

- Develop and implement comprehensive digital strategies that align with business objectives and drive growth.

- Stay updated on the latest digital trends, tools, and best practices to ensure our strategies remain innovative and effective.

3. Customer Experience (CX):

- Develop and implement strategies to enhance the digital customer experience.

- Utilize customer insights and data to inform CX improvements and personalization efforts.

- Guide the creation and distribution of high-quality, engaging content.

- Ensure content aligns with brand messaging and supports business goals.

5. Technology and Innovation:

- Stay current with emerging digital technologies and trends.

- Identify opportunities to leverage new technologies to enhance digital marketing efforts.

- Lead initiatives involving AI, machine learning, and other innovative solutions.

6. Team Leadership and Development:

- Manage and mentor a team of strategists

- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture.

- Provide ongoing training and development opportunities for team members.

- Allocate resources effectively to maximize ROI.

Requirements:

- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in digital strategy and marketing, with a proven track record in a leadership role.

- Skills:

- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.

- Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

- Proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms.

- Leadership and team management experience.

- Knowledge: Deep understanding of digital marketing, customer experience, content strategy, and data analytics.

- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience in a senior digital marketing role within a fast-paced environment.

- Proven ability to drive innovation and lead digital transformation initiatives.

- Relevant certifications in digital marketing or related fields.

The purpose of this role is to manage media strategists and/or lead on day-to-day deliverables on a single account or several accounts – guiding business objectives, insight generation, cultural narrative, media briefs, creative media solutions, strategic POVs and go-to market activations. Also in charge of delivering thought leadership and award worthy ideas to clients.

Job Description:
Key responsibilities:

Strategically leads on day to day strategic work for client(s)

Develops, manages and grows a team of media strategists

Delivers proactive thought leadership to client(s)

Leads and/or inputs into new business pitching

Contributes to agency thought leadership or initiatives

Guides how audiences will contribute to achieving the overall business goals

Guides award worthy work through creative media solutions

Location:
Dubai

Brand:
Dentsu

Time Type:
Full time

Contract Type:
Permanent

The purpose of this role is to manage media strategists and/or lead on day-to-day deliverables on a single account or several accounts – guiding business objectives, insight generation, cultural narrative, media briefs, creative media solutions, strategic POVs and go-to market activations. Also in charge of delivering thought leadership and award worthy ideas to clients.

Job Description:

Key responsibilities:

Strategically leads on day to day strategic work for client(s)

Develops, manages and grows a team of media strategists

Delivers proactive thought leadership to client(s)

Leads and/or inputs into new business pitching

Contributes to agency thought leadership or initiatives

Guides how audiences will contribute to achieving the overall business goals

Guides award worthy work through creative media solutions

Location:

Dubai

Brand:

Dentsu

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent

Job Title: Social Media Marketing Specialist

About the Role:

We are seeking a creative and results-driven professional to lead our digital presence across platforms. In this role, you will develop and manage content strategies that highlight our logistics capabilities and customer success stories.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with business objectives, leveraging platforms such as Google Ads, Facebook, Instagram, and other relevant channels.
• Establish and manage advertising budgets, creating performance-driven campaign plans to maximize ROI.
• Design and maintain a cohesive brand identity using design tools, ensuring consistency across all digital assets.
• Prioritize and nurture leads using market intelligence, analytics, and opportunity assessments to improve bid success rates.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with partners, industry event organizers, and technical teams for customer insights and marketing initiatives.
• Create and schedule compelling B2B-focused content—posts, videos, infographics—tailored to the logistics sector.
• Manage and monitor daily activity across multiple platforms including LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter.
• Track campaign performance through KPIs and analytics, and continuously refine strategies for better engagement and conversion.
• Actively engage with followers, respond to inquiries, and build a vibrant digital community around the brand.
• Stay current on industry trends, platform updates, and competitor activity to inform content and strategy.

Special Project – Global Freight Summit (GFS):

Lead promotional efforts for the flagship event by driving attendance from freight forwarders and commodity traders.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in a related marketing field with supply chain or logistics role is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with proficiency in English and preferably, French.
• Ability to conduct detailed research and present findings clearly.
• Competency in handling data and managing multiple tasks effectively.
• Advanced skills in data extraction from CRM, Excel or other data sources.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with CRM software.
• Demonstrated interest in logistics, supply chain management, or a related industry.
• Ability to travel.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Volume of logistics inquiries received and successfully resolved.
• Conversion rate of freight forwarders into active members of the Digital Freight Alliance.
• Growth in social media following for the Global Freight Summit.
• Number of companies engaged and confirmed to participate in the Global Freight Summit.
• Revenue generated from successfully awarded bids with Beneficial Cargo Owners.

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Digital Strategy Director to lead our digital initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive digital strategies that drive growth, enhance customer engagement, and improve overall brand performance. This role requires a deep understanding of digital marketing, innovative technologies, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership:

- Lead the development and execution of clients' digital strategies.

- Collaborate with clients to align digital initiatives with business objectives.

- Drive innovation and continuous improvement in digital practices.

- Develop and implement comprehensive digital strategies that align with business objectives and drive growth.

- Stay updated on the latest digital trends, tools, and best practices to ensure our strategies remain innovative and effective.

3. Customer Experience (CX):

- Develop and implement strategies to enhance the digital customer experience.

- Utilize customer insights and data to inform CX improvements and personalization efforts.

- Guide the creation and distribution of high-quality, engaging content.

- Ensure content aligns with brand messaging and supports business goals.

5. Technology and Innovation:

- Stay current with emerging digital technologies and trends.

- Identify opportunities to leverage new technologies to enhance digital marketing efforts.

- Lead initiatives involving AI, machine learning, and other innovative solutions.

6. Team Leadership and Development:

- Manage and mentor a team of strategists

- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture.

- Provide ongoing training and development opportunities for team members.

- Allocate resources effectively to maximize ROI.

Requirements:

- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in digital strategy and marketing, with a proven track record in a leadership role.

- Skills:

- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.

- Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

- Proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms.

- Leadership and team management experience.

- Knowledge: Deep understanding of digital marketing, customer experience, content strategy, and data analytics.

- Education: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience in a senior digital marketing role within a fast-paced environment.

- Proven ability to drive innovation and lead digital transformation initiatives.

- Relevant certifications in digital marketing or related fields.

VP Digital Strategy & Product Marketing at GEMS Education responsible for driving digital excellence by leading digital marketing, performance marketing, product marketing, and the MarTech ecosystem. Ensures the full digital funnel from awareness to conversion is optimised for enrolments and engagement, while innovating digital platforms (apps, websites, portals, CRM) to deliver exceptional user experiences. Acts as a strategic leader bridging marketing strategy, technology, and customer experience to deliver measurable ROI.

• Develop and lead the digital marketing strategy across paid, owned, and earned channels.
• Own and optimise the MarTech stack including CRM, automation, and analytics to drive efficiency.
• Oversee performance marketing, ensuring campaigns are data-driven and aligned to enrolment KPIs.
• Lead product marketing across digital platforms (apps, websites, portals), ensuring strong positioning and user adoption.
• Collaborate with Brand, PR, and Creative teams to deliver integrated digital-first campaigns.
• Ensure seamless tracking, attribution, and reporting of all digital campaigns.
• Drive innovation by piloting new digital tools, channels, and formats.
• Partner with technology providers and agencies to maximise performance and value.
• Build playbooks and frameworks for consistent digital excellence across schools.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Marketing, Business, or Digital Media.
• 12–15 years' experience in digital marketing, performance marketing, or product marketing leadership.
• Proven track record of delivering ROI-focused digital campaigns.
• Strong knowledge of CRM, MarTech, automation, and analytics.
• Experience managing teams in large, matrix organisations.

• Expertise in performance marketing and data-driven optimisation.
• Deep understanding of digital product management (apps, websites, portals).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and turn insights into strategy.
• Excellent collaboration skills with creative, brand, and tech teams.
• Strong leadership and ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Future-focused mindset with awareness of emerging digital trends and tools.
• Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution.

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.

• Not Applicable

• Full-time

• Business Development and Sales

• Education Administration Programs

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 09/16/2025

Consultz is partnering with a leading regional Sovereign Wealth Fund to recruit a seasoned technology leader to drive digital transformation, data management excellence, and AI adoption across the organization. The role requires strong technical expertise, proven project delivery experience, and the ability to bridge strategy with execution in a dynamic investment environment.

• Lead cross-functional technology programs and effectively engage stakeholders across departments.
• Operate in a matrix organization, influencing outcomes through collaboration and authority.
• AI Implementation Drive the design, development, and deployment of AI solutions that deliver measurable business value. Collaborate with business units to identify high-impact AI use cases and ensure deployment aligns with strategic goals. Establish governance and ethical frameworks for AI adoption, ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational standards. Lead the delivery of large-scale technology and digital transformation projects, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy. Oversee project life cycles from initiation to go-live, meeting milestones, budgets, and quality standards. Mitigate risks proactively and implement corrective measures to keep programs on track.
• Data & Analytics Develop and enforce best practices in data governance, data management, and advanced analytics. Lead the deployment of data models, machine learning algorithms, and predictive analytics solutions. Partner with business stakeholders to translate complex data insights into actionable strategies. Guide software engineers, data scientists, and developers in building scalable digital platforms and applications. Ensure adherence to modern engineering principles, including agile practices, DevOps, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD). Oversee solution architecture design, ensuring integrations are seamless across enterprise platforms.
• Technology Assessment Continuously review and evaluate the organization's digital and technology capabilities. Identify gaps in the current technology landscape and recommend innovative solutions or optimizations. Monitor emerging technologies and assess their potential impact on organizational competitiveness.
• Automation Identify opportunities where AI-driven and intelligent process automation can replace manual workflows. Implement robotic process automation (RPA), intelligent document processing, and AI-enabled tools to enhance productivity. Measure efficiency gains and ensure scaling across functions.
• Strategic Contribution Work closely with leadership teams to translate organizational goals into practical technology strategies and roadmaps. Define and prioritize technology initiatives based on their business impact, scalability, and feasibility. Provide thought leadership to position the organization as a digital-first, data-driven, and AI-enabled enterprise. Evaluate, select, and manage relationships with technology vendors, consultants, and third-party providers. Negotiate contracts to drive cost-efficiency and secure cutting-edge solutions. Ensure vendor deliverables are aligned with organizational standards and expectations.
• Project Oversight Establish governance frameworks to oversee multiple, concurrent technology programs. Provide structured reporting to leadership, tracking KPIs and business outcomes. Ensure programs deliver sustainable value rather than short-term results. Collaborate effectively with internal teams, consultants, and partners. Lead small, focused technology teams to deliver high-impact projects. Manage stakeholder expectations, building trust across technical and business audiences.

• Education : Bachelor's in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, or related field (required); Master's preferred.
• Certifications : Relevant credentials in data, AI, or technology are advantageous.
• Knowledge & Skills Deep expertise in data science, machine learning, and AI deployment. Strong understanding of systems architecture and integration. Analytical and problem-solving skills with an innovative mindset. Ability to align technology initiatives with business strategy. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and long-term outcomes.

The ideal candidate will develop and implement effective online strategies for clients, leveraging their expertise in digital consulting principles and practices. They must possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

• Develop detailed project plans and timelines tailored to customer requirements
• Provide recommendations for improvement on potential issues with client projects
• Conduct thorough research on topics related to the project scope
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions
• Offer remote technical support where needed
• Collaborate with other teams within the organization to ensure successful project completion

• Degree or diploma in computer science or business administration
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Comfortable working remotely

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