Deputy Director / Manager

Job Description:

Overall Purpose:
The role involves overseeing all operations for a specific industry sector. This includes developing and implementing strategies for industrial growth, acting as a liaison with the government to resolve issues, managing membership engagement, handling press and media relations, and driving revenue to strengthen the brand.

• Strategic Leadership and Operations: This role requires a Deputy Director/Manager to oversee an entire sector's operations. Key responsibilities include identifying and implementing strategic growth initiatives, liaising with the government to resolve issues, and enhancing the organization's brand and revenue.

• Project and Event Management: The position involves end-to-end management of multiple projects and events. This includes everything from conceptualizing new ideas, drafting agendas and minutes, to forecasting project scope, designing events, and achieving revenue targets.

• Research and Policy Engagement: A crucial part of the job is to conduct extensive research, gather data, and engage with ministries, think tanks, and members to formulate policy recommendations. The goal is to identify opportunities for policy improvements and advocate on behalf of the industry.

• Qualifications and Experience: The ideal candidate will have a Master's or MBA and a minimum of 12-15 years of B2B sales experience, preferably in industrial associations or exhibition industries. They must have a proven track record of managing operations with P&L responsibility.

• Key Competencies: The role demands a strong leader with strategic business acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with senior leaders in both industry and government. The person must be capable of leading diverse teams and possess a high-energy, growth-oriented mindset.