DXB - Head of Communication and Marketing

Leadership (20%)
As part of the regional leadership team, engage the Country Directors and their teams to increase the value they attach to delivering marketing and communications as part of their own work. Develop an effective network across the region including xHMG communicators to support DBT’s priorities. Increase staff engagement and alignment with the overall strategic vision for DBT in the region by overseeing internal communications.

Management (20%)
Manage the DBT MEaP communication and marketing team, and the wider cohort of marketing liaisons. Develop a strong and complementary working relationship with senior FCDO communications colleagues across the region. Take responsibility for the region’s marketing budget devising and overseeing the process of allocating funds to teams in the region, being accountable to ensuring it is spent in accordance with Managing Public Money guidance and delivering maximum value for the taxpayer.

Resources Managed

• Direct management of 2 staff plus QA for 2 staff
• Responsible for regional marketing budget

The above list is not exhaustive, and the jobholder will be required to be flexible and take on other ad hoc tasks as required.

Key Behaviours Required

• Communicating and Influencing - Communicate purpose and direction with clarity, integrity, and enthusiasm. Respect the needs, responses, and opinions of others.
• Leadership: Show pride and passion for public service. Create and engage others in delivering a shared vision. Value difference, diversity and inclusion, ensuring fairness and opportunity for all.
• Working Together - Form effective partnerships and relationships with people both internally and externally, from a range of diverse backgrounds, sharing information, resources, and support.
• Managing a Quality Service - Deliver service objectives with professional excellence, expertise, and efficiency, taking account of diverse customer needs.
• Delivering at Pace: Take responsibility for delivering timely and quality results with focus and drive.