Job Description

: Sports Sponsorship Coordinator

Position Title

: Sports Sponsorship Coordinator

Location

: Dubai

Employment Type

: Full-Time

Competitive Salary Range

Start Date

: As soon as possible

Company Overview

We are a dynamic team driving high-impact sports and entertainment projects, including a prominent cricket youth tournament set to launch in April. Our goal is to create a powerful brand presence and secure strategic partnerships to fuel our initiatives. We are seeking an experienced Sports Sponsorship Coordinator to lead sponsorship efforts, maximize revenue, and strengthen our position in the sports industry.

Job Summary

We are looking for a

results-driven Sports Sponsorship Coordinator

with a strong background in sales and deal-closing within the sports sector in Dubai and also across UAE. This role is critical to securing sponsorships for our upcoming cricket and sports tournament and related initiatives, ensuring financial success and brand visibility. Based in Dubai, the ideal candidate will leverage existing connections, develop new relationships, and craft compelling sponsorship packages to attract businesses. The coordinator must operate independently, utilizing their expertise to deliver measurable outcomes under tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

Sponsorship Acquisition

: Identify and secure sponsorships for the cricket tournament, targeting businesses in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and beyond (e.g., team sponsors, man of the match, board sponsors). Negotiate deals, ensuring sponsors commit to tangible contributions (e.g., financial support, promotional efforts). Develop and pitch tiered sponsorship packages with clear pricing and benefits, emphasizing limited spots to create urgency.

Relationship Management

: Leverage existing connections in the sports and business communities to arrange meetings and close deals. Build and maintain a network of potential sponsors, including local and international companies interested in sports marketing. Act as the primary point of contact for sponsors, addressing inquiries and ensuring satisfaction.

Strategy and Execution

: Collaborate with the Project Coordinator to align sponsorship efforts with the pre-launch announcement and April event timeline. Ensure sponsorship agreements reinforce our brand's dominance, positioning external parties as secondary enhancers rather than primary partners.

Sales and Closing

: Utilize expert sales skills to close deals efficiently, meeting revenue targets set by the team. Prepare and present sponsorship proposals, highlighting the event's reach and exclusivity.

Reporting and Updates

: Provide regular updates on sponsorship progress, including deals closed and pipeline status. Track and report sponsorship revenue, ensuring alignment with the revenue-sharing model.
Required Qualifications

Experience

: Minimum of 3-5 years in sports sponsorship sales, event marketing, or a related field, with a proven track record of closing high-value deals.

Skills

: Expertise in sales, negotiation, and deal-closing within the sports industry. Strong understanding of sports sponsorship models (e.g., team sponsorships, event branding). Ability to craft compelling sponsorship packages and pitch them effectively. Excellent networking and relationship-building skills, with existing connections in Dubai's business or sports community. Self-starter with the ability to work independently and deliver results under minimal supervision.

Portfolio

: Evidence of past sponsorship successes (e.g., secured deals, revenue generated) or a detailed sales history.

Education

: Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Sports Management, or a related field (preferred but not mandatory with equivalent experience).

Soft Skills

: Exceptional communication and persuasion skills. Detail-oriented with a focus on achieving measurable outcomes. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications

Established network in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or the UAE sports/business ecosystem. Experience with cricket or youth sports events. Familiarity with digital marketing strategies to enhance sponsorship pitches (e.g., leveraging social media reach).

Competitive Salary Range

Opportunity to work on a high-profile sports event with significant visibility. Performance-based incentives tied to sponsorship revenue (to be negotiated). Potential for contract extension based on event success.
How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following to

job.hmbapp@gmail.com

Updated CV/resume. A brief summary or case study of past sponsorship deals secured (e.g., event, value, outcome). Cover letter explaining your experience, network, and why you're a fit for this role. Salary expectations.
Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

Can you provide an example of a sponsorship event you have worked on in the past? How many sponsorship deals have you successfully closed in the past two years, and what was the total revenue generated from these deals? Can you describe your existing network of business or sports contacts in Dubai or the UAE? What are your salary expectations in AED?
License/Certification:

UAE driving license (Required)
Location:

* Dubai (Required)