OKX is hiring a Affiliate Business Development Manager - MENA in Strategic Markets — Dubai, United Arab Emirates; Remote Roles - EMEA. The overview below is synthesized from the employer posting on job-boards.greenhouse.io: factual requirements and scope are preserved, but prose is rewritten with editorial context. Verify details and apply via the employer link.
Who We Are
At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom. OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps).
Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er.
About the opportunity
Company context from the listing:
The BD Manager is responsible for the overall affiliate growth strategy and execution for OKX in MENA, working with our global team. The BD Manager will proactively seek out and engage closely with potential MENA crypto partners for the purpose of user acquisition and expansion of the OKX platform in the region.
What You'll Be Doing
- Proactively identify and develop affiliates with communities and relationships that consist of HNW clients and professional traders
- Manage and enhance relationships with HNW clients in MENA, being in contact with them frequently, build partnerships with influencers for the purpose of user acquisition
- Planning and execution of online and some offline marketing activities, events, and campaigns with influencers/KOLs or media channels
- Expand the user base and grow awareness of the OKX brand
- Devise creative ways to identify potential affiliates/KOLs and acquire users
What We Look For In You
Experience and skills the team lists as required:
- Solid experience in Cryptocurrency, Finance, FX or any related space, with a track record in building large affiliate networks from start to finish
- Experience in business development or affiliate management
- Solid connections in the region with HNW clients and professional traders
- Solid project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Understanding of fundamental affiliate customer acquisition KPIs and optimization methods to improve performance through data analysis and segmentation
- Fluent in English and Arabic is a MUST
Nice to Haves
- Bonus points if you have previously worked at a crypto exchange!
- Experience working across time zones and cross-cultural teams
- Passionate about blockchain technology and the crypto payments space
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