Purpose of Job
The Advertisement & Promotions Specialist is responsible for supporting the company’s brand identity through successful coordination of strategic marketing promotions, media, sponsorships and special events, as well as all other activities that support the marketing department.
Under the guidance of the Advertising & Promotions Manager, the Advertising & Promotions Specialist serves as a Company representative, overseeing special promotional projects, and event planning, promotion and execution related to those projects. The position offers the opportunity to learn and participate in all aspects of marketing, including agency and sponsorship contract negotiation and execution, event planning, public relations, social media and advertising.
The Promotions Specialist will be required to work with Toyota Iraq team members as well as partner organization representatives, agency representation, important community organizations and city representatives.
Responsibilities:
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Work with Advertising & Promotions Manager to implement promotional strategies and programs that promotes the company’s brand identity
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Consistently seek out innovative opportunities to promote the company’s brand and retail message through promotional programs
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Review and implement company promotions, including sponsorships, motor shows, special events and media programs
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Facilitate media contract fulfillment for promotions initiatives, including follow-up, tracking and record-keeping
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Travel to training programs, events and meetings both within Iraq and aboard
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Maintain consistent & accurate files on all correspondence & data, including project budgets
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Maintain tracking & accountability for promotion/trade program
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Assist with creative planning/new initiative planning
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Support and assist marketing research or survey programs on behalf of the company, including internal efforts, one-off events and long-term tracking
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Translate copyright material & press release from English to Arabic and reversed
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Other duties as assigned
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree required
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Good English lanuage skills in oral & written
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Minimum 3 years experience in marketing
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Strong knowledge about marketing & social media technology
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Able to work as a team member and be a positive influence on others
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Excellent oral and written communication skills
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Ability to execute all aspects of marketing projects
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Basic knowledge about Adobe Photoshop & other digital technologies
