PR and Partnerships Manager, Dubai

About UsSharkNinjais a global product design and technology company with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact peoples lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted global brands Shark and Ninja the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham Massachusetts with more than 4100 associates the companys products are sold at key retailers online and offline and through distributors around the world.As part of the continued growth across the Middle East we have an exciting new opportunity for a PR & Partnerships Manager to join our team based in Dubai.This regional role will support markets across the GCC and wider Middle East working cross-functionally to develop and deliver breakthrough PR and high-impact partnerships with close collaboration across local markets.We are looking for a PR & Partnerships Manager with strong strategic thinking and a broad spectrum of skills from storytelling and media relations to building commercially-driven partnerships and integrated campaigns across the region.The PR & Partnerships function plays a critical role in protecting and promoting the brand driving awareness and building meaningful connections with consumers and key stakeholders. This role will be responsible for managing the development and implementation of the regional PR and partnerships strategy working closely with brand marketing social and growth teams.You will lead efforts to promote the brand across all media types and partnership channels delivering earned media across lifestyle business tech and culture while unlocking strategic collaborations that amplify reach and impact. As the brand continues to grow in the region this will be a pivotal role in driving awareness engagement and commercial outcomes.This role will be responsible for creating and delivering successful campaigns to support key launches brand moments and partnerships ensuring integration across PR digital social and partnerships to maximise efficiency and ROI. The role will also support relationships with PR agencies partners and key stakeholders across the region.What you’ll doManage day-to-day PR and partnerships activity working closely with local Marketing and Social Media teams to execute business strategy across key Middle Eastern marketsDevelop and localise high-impact PR assets including press releases media kits and storytelling materials ensuring cultural relevance and accuracyBuild and maintain strong relationships with key regional media across lifestyle business tech and trade pressIdentify develop and manage strategic partnerships with brands platforms creators and industry stakeholders to drive awareness and commercial impactOversee external PR agencies and partners to deliver integrated campaigns product launches media placements and partnership activationsEvaluate and execute co-marketing opportunities and collaborations ensuring alignment with brand and commercial objectivesManage and oversee award entries media reviews and press office activity to maximise coverage and brand visibilityWork cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners to deliver against KPIs across PR and partnershipsCommunicate regularly with regional and global teams on content priorities campaigns and partnership opportunitiesShare best practices and market insights across local and global teamsManage budgets and track spend across PR and partnerships activity in the regionMeasure and evaluate performance delivering regular reporting insights and recommendations to optimise future activityWhat you’ll bringProven experience in PR communications and/or partnerships (consumer-focused preferred)Experience working across Middle Eastern markets with strong understanding of regional media and cultural landscapeA multi-tasker who can switch seamlessly between strategy and executionProven experience managing external agencies and partners driving performance and resultsStrong media relations skills with an existing network across regional press and platformsExperience developing and executing integrated campaigns with a range of objectives and KPIsCommercial mindset with the ability to identify and deliver high-impact partnership opportunitiesExcellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams and stakeholdersStrong understanding of industry trends to inform campaign planning and partnership strategyExperience managing day-to-day press office activity including media requests product seeding and coverage trackingData-driven with strong analytical skills to measure performance and optimise activityAdaptable agile and comfortable operating in a fast-paced high-growth environmentA natural relationship builder with strong stakeholder management skill