Head of Special Projects
About the role
The Head of Special Projects at EmergingMedia.lk is a full-time, on-site leadership role responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic initiatives across digital signage, location-based advertising, and the company's portfolio subsidiaries. The position involves identifying new business opportunities, defining project scope, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines and budgets, and ensuring alignment with business goals. The role requires close collaboration with senior leadership, partners, and stakeholders to pilot new platforms, optimize offerings, and drive innovation in advertising and media solutions. The successful candidate will also monitor performance metrics, mitigate risks, and improve project processes.
Must have
- Demonstrated experience in project and program management, including planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting on complex, cross-functional initiatives.
- Background in media, advertising, marketing, or digital platforms, with a strong understanding of digital signage, outdoor advertising, or technology-driven communication solutions.
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience guiding multidisciplinary teams, building stakeholder alignment, and driving change.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities, including experience with budgeting, resource allocation, and performance measurement for strategic projects.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills in English, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and collaborate effectively with partners and clients.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Engineering, or a related field; a postgraduate qualification (MBA or equivalent) is an advantage.
- Proven ability to work on-site in a fast-paced environment, prioritize multiple initiatives, and deliver results under time and resource constraints.
- Familiarity with the Sri Lankan advertising and media landscape, and prior experience working in Colombo or similar urban markets is highly beneficial.
Highlights
The role is based on-site in the Colombo District. A postgraduate qualification such as an MBA is considered an advantage. Familiarity with the Sri Lankan advertising and media landscape and prior experience in Colombo or similar urban markets is highly beneficial.
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