Company Description

Doka is a world leader in providing innovative formwork, solutions and services in all areas of construction. The company is also a global supplier of well-thought-out scaffolding solutions for a varied spectrum of applications. With 178 sales and logistics facilities in over 60 countries, Doka has a high-performing distribution network for advice, customer service and technical support on the spot and ensures that equipment is swiftly provided – no matter how big and complex the project. Doka employs 7,000 people worldwide and is a company of the Umdasch Group, which has stood for reliability, experience and trustworthiness for more than 150 years.

Ever since Doka’s arrival in the Middle East over twenty years ago, the UAE has played a strategic role in the company’s regional and global growth strategy, with Dubai remaining the company's operational headquarters for the Middle East Africa and Asia Pacific (MEAAP). Operating from a 50,000 square-metres plot comprising an office, state-of-the-art warehouse and reconditioning facility, Doka Gulf has been setup to provide faster access to its highly valued customers, and the agility required to meet market demand. In line with our regional growth, Doka Gulf is currently looking to recruit a career driven professional to join its versatile team and support the company’s ongoing national expansion. The suitable candidate will be a qualified, natural team player who can add significant value to this highly dynamic team.

Job Description

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Marketing Coordinator with technical background to join our team in Dubai, with a primary focus on external marketing initiatives. Reporting to the Head of Sales, and closely work together with our Area Marketing team, you will be responsible for coordinating and executing external campaigns, managing social media presence, and supporting events to enhance our brand visibility and drive business growth in the construction industry.

If you can leverage your technical expertise to develop and execute targeted marketing strategies, ensuring that our brand remains at the forefront of the construction sector, you are the right candidate!

Job Description

• Point of contact for external marketing
• General coordination with internal and external stakeholders to support content creation and publishing approvals for social media posts, project editorials, press releases, and website content
• Collaborating with internal teams to develop marketing strategies 
• Preparation of design briefs for sales promotions, flyers, brochures, social media posts, etc. according to corporate design guidelines
• Publishing support to maintain and update sales and marketing collateral including flyers, brochures and presentations
• Planning, organizing, and executing marketing campaigns targeted at external audiences
• Organizing and coordinating client events, trade show and other promotional activities
• Maintain filing system of marketing collateral, address database and promotional items
• Conduct research on market trends, customer preferences, and competitor activities to provide insights that can inform the development of effective marketing strategies
• Work closely with other departments, to ensure a cohesive and integrated approach to external marketing efforts
• Monitoring and reporting on marketing metrics and campaign performance 
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients and partners
• Obtaining approval from clients and relevant authorities for content publishing, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and brand guidelines
• Liaising with legal and compliance teams to review content for accuracy and adherence to policies

Qualifications

• Qualification in marketing or related field with technical background
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and proofreading abilities
• Professional and enthusiastic demeanor
• Strong prioritisation, organisation, and project management skills
• Ideally experience working with corporate design guidelines
• Ability to build and maintain trustful relationships with stakeholders on all levels
• Photography experience
• Expertise with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Indesign, Adobe Illustrator
• Confident in all MS Office applications, particularly Excel and Power Point

Additional Information

Years of Experience: 3-5 years

Qualifications: Marketing or related field with technical background

Job Type: Full time

Location: Dubai/ UAE

As a customer-focused organization, Doka understands that its greatest assets are its employees, which is why Doka is consistently looking for talented professionals who are keen to develop their career in this challenging industry.