Head of Marketing and Events, Sustainability

A high-profile global sustainability initiative is seeking an experienced Head of Marketing and Events to lead its brand, campaigns and international events programme.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a purpose‑led organisation at a significant stage of growth. The successful candidate will help strengthen its global reputation, attract new audiences and bring the stories of sustainability innovators to life through impactful marketing and world‑class events.

The Head of Marketing and Events will lead the development and delivery of integrated marketing, brand and events strategies aligned with the organisation’s mission and global ambitions.
Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing and delivering high‑impact marketing campaigns.
• Strengthening the organisation’s international brand and reputation.
• Leading the planning and delivery of major global, regional and UAE events.
• Managing the annual marketing and events calendar.
• Overseeing brand identity, positioning and guidelines.
• Managing agencies, suppliers, consultants and strategic partners.
• Monitoring campaign and event performance and using insights to improve results.
• Leading and developing a growing marketing and events team.

You will bring at least ten years’ experience in senior marketing, brand and events roles, with a strong track record of delivering major campaigns and high‑profile events.
Experience working with a global foundation, prize, NGO, philanthropic organisation or purpose‑led initiative would be particularly valuable. Candidates from major international events platforms, government‑related organisations or leading global brands will also be considered.
You should have:

• Strong marketing, branding and event management experience.
• Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience managing agencies, suppliers and complex budgets.
• A proactive, entrepreneurial and hands‑on leadership style.
• The resilience to work at pace within a high‑profile environment.
• A genuine interest in sustainability and global impact.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an internationally recognised initiative, shape a growing function and deliver campaigns and events that celebrate innovators creating positive change around the world.

If you have the relevant experience and this opportunity sounds interesting to you, please get in touch with our team, including a copy of your CV as soon as possible via the form below.

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