Assistant Project Manager-Internship full time

YKONE is an international influencer marketing group, with a strong presence in Abu Dhabi, playing an active role in shaping how Abu Dhabi is experienced and represented to the world.

Working closely with partners such as Experience Abu Dhabi, we develop and execute influencer-led campaigns that bring Abu Dhabi’s culture, experiences, and offerings to life for global audiences. From curated itineraries to large-scale content productions, our work focuses on showcasing the diversity of the destination through authentic storytelling.

Combining creative expertise with a data-driven approach, YKONE collaborates with leading brands across travel, luxury, and lifestyle to drive visibility and engagement for Abu Dhabi worldwide.

Headquartered in Paris, YKONE has offices in Milan, Dubai, Berlin, Munich, Abu Dhabi, Geneva, Miami, Riyadh, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Doha and Las Vegas.

The International Assistant Project Manager will report to the International Client Director and join the International Project Management team.

You will be responsible for assisting the project team in the following:

• Project Management:
  Assist with influencer casting, outreach, follow-ups, negotiation, contracting, briefing, content monitoring, and reporting
• Creative & Strategy:
  Contribute to benchmarks, digital trends, competitor analysis, and the development of influencer guidelines, with a strong understanding of regional nuances
• On-Ground Management:
  Support the hosting of influencers in Abu Dhabi, ensuring a seamless experience that reflects Abu Dhabi’s values, culture, and renowned hospitality
• Internal Coordination:
  Maintain clear and structured reporting within the team to ensure smooth project flow

• Ideally, you have initial experience working with social media and/or influencers
• Strong interest in travel, tourism, and hospitality, particularly within the UAE/GCC
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field
• Previous exposure to project management is a plus
• Arabic Native speaker, and fluent in English. Additional languages are a plus
• Comfortable working in an international environment and collaborating within diverse teams
• Proficiency in Google Suite is a plus

• Highly organized, detail oriented, strong communication skills
• Creative & forward thinking mind
• Strong understanding and appreciation of local culture, with the ability to translate it into authentic storytelling

• Based in Abu Dhabi, UAE
• 6-month internship contract
• Hybrid setup: in-office and on-ground 4 days a week (Monday-Thursday), remote on Friday