Marketing Coordinator

Job Purpose

The objective of this role is to assist the marketing team in acting as the main point of contact for all events- internal and external that RIT is participating in. Due to the nature of the job, the candidate should be a multitasker, willing to highlight a unique participation of RIT in external events and liaise between marketing and other internal departments for the delivery of the internal events. The candidate should be a creative thinker, proactive player-presenting ideas on best practices and latest trends in events.

• Book and coordinate all external events of RIT- including exhibitions, conferences and any event happening at RIT Dubai that involves marketing’s support.
• Assist in setting up all external and internal events and coordinate with other departments about their requirements from marketing – including communication with faculty members, staff members, vendors, venue management
• Follow market trends and help in strategizing for the upcoming academic year by marking events, booking, setting up and coordinating internally with team members involved in those events.
• Assist the team overall when required: inventory management, attending meetings on behalf of marketing department, setting up, social media ideas etc.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor degree Business/Marketing/Mass Communications/Hospitality from any reputable university
• Minimum of 2 years experience in event coordination
• Attention to details, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Experience in event management and setup.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to details, and strong problem-solving skills are essential.
• Advanced organizational, planning, and multi-tasking skills.
• Excellent in English command spoken and written
• Flexibility in working hours including evenings and weekends due to the nature of events.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Please email your application to careersdubai@rit.edu and include the following items in your application:

·       Subject line must include the source, your name and position you are applying for;

(Name – Marketing Coordinator)

·       Cover letter detailing your technical/professional, teaching, and scholarship qualifications and achievements.

·       Resume or curriculum vitae

·       Contact information

Applications review will begin immediately and continue until a candidate is selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For more information, please visit RIT Dubai website at www.dubai.rit.edu .