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<span><br>JOB SUMMARY<br>Functions as the leader of the property’s sales department for W Amman, The S Regis Amman, Al Manara A luxury Collection Aqaba and the Westin Aqaba properties with bookings over 300 peak rooms and significant local catering revenue. Manages the property's reactive and proactive sales efforts. Provides day to day leadership to sales associates to achieve property sales objectives with overall responsibility for achieving booking goals and property revenues. Implements the brand’s service strategy and applicable brand initiatives in all aspects of the sales process and focuses on building long-term, value-based customer relationships that enable achievement of the hotel’s’ sales objectives. Evaluates the property’s participation in the various sales channels (e.g., Area Sales, Group Sales within the Sales Office, electronic lead channels, etc.) and develops strong working relationships to proactively position and market the property. Manages the marketing budget to enable development of property specific campaigns, promotions and collateral to drive revenue and meet property objectives. Interfaces with regional marketing communications for regional and national promotions pull through. Develops and implements property–wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand’s target customer profile and property associates and provides a return on investment to the owner and Marriott International.<br>CANDIDATE PROFILE <br>Education and Experience<br>Required:<br>• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 4 years experience in the sales and marketing or related professional area.<br>OR<br>• 4-year bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years experience in the sales and marketing or related professional area.<br>Preferred:<br>• 4 year college degree.<br>• Demonstrated skills in supervising a team.<br>• Lodging sales experience.<br>• Hotel industry work experience, demonstrating progressive career growth and a pattern of exceptional performance. <br>CORE WORK ACTIVITIES<br>Managing Sales Activities<br>• Manages the development of a strategic account plan for the demand generators in the market.<br>• Manages the property's reactive and proactive sales efforts.<br>• Determines and develops marketing communication activities, in conjunction with Regional Marketing Communications.<br>• Provides customer intelligence in evaluating the market and economic trends that may lead to changes in sales strategy to meet or exceed customer expectations.<br>• Reviews the Strategic Alignment Review (STAR) report, competitive shopping reports and uses other resources to maintain an awareness of the hotel’s market position.<br>• Researches competitor’s sales team strategies to identify ways to grow occupancy and RevPAR and increase market share.<br>• Attends sales strategy meetings to provide input on weekly and overall sales strategy.<br>• Suggests innovative marketing ideas and develops deployment strategies to continue to grow market share.<br>• Evaluates and supports participation and account deployment with Area Sales and Group Sales within the Sales Office.<br>• Serves as the sales contact for the General Manager, property leadership team, Group Sales and Area Sales leaders.<br>• Serves as the sales contact for customers; serves as the customer advocate.<br>• Serves as hotel authority on sales processes and sales contracts.<br>• Serves as the property sales liaison with Area Sales, Group Sales, Revenue Management, Event Management, Regional Marketing Communications and other hotel departments as appropriate.<br>• Participates in sales calls with members of the Sales and Marketing team to acquire new business and/or close on business.<br>• Identifies public relations opportunities and coordinates activities to augment the overall marketing communication strategy.<br>• Supports the General Manager by coordinating crisis communications.<br>• Executes and supports Marriott’s Customer Service Standards and hotel’s Brand Standards.<br>• Executes and supports the operational aspects of business booked (e.g., generating proposal, writing contract, customer correspondence).<br>• Participates in and practices daily service basics of the brand (e.g., , Marriott Hotels and Resorts (MHR) Spirit to Serve Daily Basics, Renaissance Hotels and Resorts (RHR) Savvy Service Basics, Courtyard, SpringHill Suites, Fairfield Inn Basics of the Day, Residence Inn Daily Huddle, or TownePlace Suites Morning Meeting).<br>• Implements a seamless turnover from sales to operations and back to sales while consistently delivering high level of service.<br>• Monitors the effective resolution of guest issues that arise as a result of the sales process by creating mechanisms to channel issues to property leadership and/or other appropriate stakeholders.<br>• Maintains successful performance by increasing revenues, controlling expenses and providing a return on investment for the owner and Marriott International.<br>• Implements the brand’s service strategy and applicable brand initiatives in all aspects of the sales process and focuses on building long-term, value-based customer relationships that enable achievement of the hotel’s’ sales objectives.<br>• Interfaces with regional marketing communications for regional and national promotions pull through.<br>• Performs other duties, as assigned, to meet business needs.<br>Building Successful Relationships<br>• Develops strong partnerships with local organizations to further increase brand/product awareness.<br>• Develops and manages internal key stakeholder relationships.<br>• Develops strong community and public relations by maintaining property participation in local, regional and national tradeshows and client events.<br>• Executes exemplary customer service to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty by assisting the customer and monitoring their satisfaction before and during their program/event.<br>• Serves the customer by understanding their needs and recommending the appropriate features and services that best meet their needs and exceed their expectations, while building a relationship and loyalty to Marriott.<br>• Gains understanding of the hotel’s primary target customer and service expectations; serves the customer by understanding their business, business issues and concerns, to offer better business solution both prior to, and during the program/event.<br>Leadership<br>• Functions as the leader of the property’s sales department for properties with bookings over 300 peak rooms and significant local catering revenue.<br>• Develops sales goals and strategies and verifies alignment with the brand business strategy.<br>• Executes the sales strategy in order to meet individual booking goals for both self and staff.<br>• Coaches leaders of revenue generating departments in developing effective revenue strategies and setting aggressive goals that will drive the property's financial performance.<br>• Verifies Sales team understands and is leveraging Marriott International (MI) demand engines to full potential.<br>• Works with Human Resources, Engineering and Loss Prevention to monitor compliance with local, state and federal regulations and/or union requirements.<br>• Partners with Human Resources to attract, develop and retain the right people in order to support the strategic priorities of the market.<br>• Creates effective structures, processes, jobs and performance management systems are in place.<br>• Sets goals and expectations for direct reports using the Leadership Performance Process (LPP), aligns performance and rewards, addresses performance issues and holds staff accountable for successful results.<br>• Forecasts talent needs and manages talent acquisition strategy with Human Resources (HR) to minimize lost time due to turnover.<br>• Maintains an active list of the competition’s best sales people and executes a recruitment and acquisition plan with HR.<br>• Supports tools and training resources to educate sales associates on winning catering solutions.<br>• Champions leadership development and workforce planning priorities by assessing, selecting, retaining and developing diverse, high-caliber talent that can lead the organization today and strengthen the leadership bench for the future; continues to upgrade the sales & marketing talent; works with HR to anticipate future talent needs based on business growth plans.<br>• Identifies, trains and mentors group sales associates; utilizes all available on the job training tools for associates.<br>• Transfers functional knowledge and develops group sales skills of other discipline managers.<br>• Provides day to day leadership to sales associates to achieve property sales objectives with overall responsibility for achieving booking goals and property revenues.<br>• Evaluates the property’s participation in the various sales channels (e.g., Area Sales, Group Sales within the Sales Office, electronic lead channels, etc.) and develops strong working relationships to proactively position and market the property.<br>• Manages the marketing budget to enable development of property specific campaigns, promotions and collateral to drive revenue and meet property objectives.<br>At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.<br>W Hotels’ mission is to Ignite Curiosity, Expand Worlds. We are a place to experience life. We’re here to open doors and open minds. We are constantly inspired by new faces and new experiences. A tuned-in, up-for-anything spirit is at our core and has made us renowned for reinventing the norms of luxury around the globe. Whatever/Whenever is our culture and service philosophy that brings our guests’ passions to life. If you are original, innovative, and always looking towards the future of what’s possible, welcome to W Hotels. In joining W Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.</span> </div>
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<p><strong>Tiered Approach</strong></p><br> <p>In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:</p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Tier 0</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.</li> <li><strong>Tier 1</strong>: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments</li> <li><strong>Tier 2</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers</li> <li><strong>Tier 3 or no tier indicated</strong>: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates</li> </ul> <p>Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.</p><br> <p><strong>Background</strong></p><br> <p>Anchored in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and aligned with the UNDP Strategic Plan 2026–2029, the Regional Bureau for Arab States (RBAS) supports the Arab States region in achieving sustainable development by eradicating poverty in all its forms, accelerating structural transformations, and building resilience to crises and shocks. RBAS operates across the full spectrum of development settings in the region, including Least Developed Countries, Middle Income Countries, Net Contributor Countries, and countries affected by crisis. </p><br> <p>The Regional Hub for Arab States in Amman serves as the centre for thought leadership, crisis response, and country office support. Its work spans strategic policy advice, programme development and implementation, capacity development, policy research and analysis, knowledge services, and operations support. The Amman Regional Hub hosts the Regional Programme for Arab States, which responds to emerging regional priorities through knowledge generation, regional initiatives, and development projects aligned with the Regional Programme Document 2026–2029. </p><br> <p>Artificial Intelligence has emerged as a defining force in the development landscape of the Arab States region, presenting both transformative opportunities and significant governance challenges. In response to growing demand from governments, donors, civil society, and private sector partners, RBAS is accelerating its engagement on AI as a cross-cutting enabler for sustainable development outcomes. This work is embedded within the <i><strong>Regional Programme</strong></i> and implemented in close collaboration with governance, innovation, and programme teams across the Hub. </p><br> <p>UNDP’s <strong>AI Sprint</strong> is a flagship initiative aimed at accelerating the adoption of Artificial Intelligence for sustainable development across the Arab States and Africa. The Sprint is structured around four key pillars: <strong>AI Landscape Assessment (AILA)</strong>, <strong>AI Trust & Safety</strong>, <strong>AI Capacity Building</strong>, and <strong>AI Model Development</strong>. The initiative seeks to equip governments, the private sector, academia, and civil society with the skills, policies, and tools required to leverage AI responsibly and effectively in support of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through the AI Sprint, UNDP supports partner countries in identifying national AI priorities, assessing ecosystem readiness, strengthening governance frameworks, building human capacities, and advancing inclusive AI solutions particularly in Arabic and local languages. </p><br> <p>Within this framework, and under the direct supervision of the head or regional digital and AI team - <strong>Digital Transformation Specialist</strong> the <strong>Artificial Intelligence(AI )Analyst</strong> will be responsible of supporting the implementation of activities across the four AI Sprint pillars, while also providing substantive support to the Regional Programme’s AI-related components and delivering tailored AI technical support to UNDP Country Offices across the Arab States. The candidate will support research, policy development, and knowledge sharing to ensure that AI adoption in the region is ethical, inclusive, and aligned with global best practices. </p><br> <p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><br> <p>Under the direct supervision of the<strong> Digital Transformation Specialist</strong>, the <strong>AI Analyst</strong> will perform the following key functions: </p><br> <p><strong>1. Contribute to the Regional AI work</strong> </p><br> <ul> <li>Providing substantive support to the Regional Programme’s AI-related components. </li> <li>Delivering tailored AI technical support to UNDP Country Offices across the Arab States.</li> <li>Coordinate AI Landscape Assessment (AILA) </li> <li>Coordinate country-level assessments of AI readiness, ecosystem maturity, and policy frameworks. </li> <li>Analyze findings to produce synthesis reports and actionable insights for national and regional planning. </li> <li>Support the facilitation of engagement with governments, academia, and private sector partners to validate and apply assessment results. </li> </ul> <p><i><strong>2</strong></i><strong>. Contribute to AI Trust & Safety</strong> </p><br> <ul> <li>Support the development of responsible AI governance frameworks and practical guidance on fairness, accountability, transparency, and privacy. </li> <li>Develop tools and methodologies for risk assessment and mitigation. </li> <li>Track global AI governance trends and align regional efforts with international standards. </li> </ul> <p><strong>3.Facilitate AI Capacity Building</strong> </p><br> <ul> <li>Design and coordinate capacity-building programmes and workshops for policymakers, practitioners, and institutions. </li> <li>Support in developing learning materials and toolkits on AI ethics, governance, and applications for sustainable development. </li> <li>Support the coordination with UNDP Country Offices to identify AI priorities, technical support needs, and opportunities for south-south collaboration. </li> </ul> <p><strong>4.Support AI model development and knowledge sharing </strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Support initiatives focused on Arabic and local-language AI model development and deployment. </li> <li>Support the engagement with partners to enhance linguistic inclusivity and representation in AI systems. </li> <li>Document lessons learned and promote inclusive and culturally relevant AI approaches. </li> </ul> <p><i><strong>5</strong></i><strong>.Research, policy and partnership support</strong> </p><br> <ul> <li>Prepare policy briefs, knowledge products, and concept notes on responsible AI. </li> <li>Support coordination among partners, including governments, research institutions, and the private sector. </li> <li>Contribute to advocacy, communication, and reporting on AI Sprint outcomes and progress. </li> </ul> <p><strong>6. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. </strong></p><br> <p><strong>Institutional Arrangement</strong> </p><br> <p>The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Analyst will report directly to the Digital Transformation Specialistand work in close collaboration with: </p><br> <p>• The Regional AI and Digital Team in Amman. </p><br> <p>• The AI, Digital, and Innovation Hub in New York. </p><br> <p>• Regional Programme Team. </p><br> <p>• UNDP Country Offices across the Arab States. </p><br> <p>The candidate will work remotely but may be required to travel for regional workshops, consultations, and coordination meetings. The candidate will provide their own work equipment (laptop, internet connection, etc.) and maintain flexibility to work across time zones. </p><br> <p><strong>Competencies</strong></p><br> <p>Core Competencies</p><br> <p><strong>Achieve Results</strong> – LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline.</p><br> <p><strong>Think Innovatively</strong> – LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is a pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements.</p><br> <p><strong>Learn Continuously</strong> – LEVEL 1: Open-minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback.</p><br> <p><strong>Adapt with Agility</strong> – LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible.</p><br> <p><strong>Act with Determination</strong> – LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in the face of adversity, confident.</p><br> <p><strong>Engage and Partner</strong> – LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion and understanding towards others, forms positive relationships.</p><br> <p><strong>Enable Diversity and Inclusion</strong> – LEVEL 1: Appreciates and respects differences, is aware of unconscious bias, confronts discrimination.</p><br> <p>Cross-Functional & Technical Competencies</p><br> <p><strong>Digital</strong></p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Artificial Intelligence Thought Leadership</strong><br> Deep understanding of current and emerging trends in AI, along with their social, ethical, and economic implications, including data privacy and human rights. Ability to engage with industry experts, government representatives, and academics to stay updated on the latest trends and to form partnerships. Strong skills in conducting and interpreting research to support thought leadership initiatives, including white papers, policy briefs, or case studies. Understanding of global trends and cultural nuances as they relate to the field of AI. Familiarity with international laws and standards regarding technology, particularly in a multi-stakeholder environment like the UN.</li> <li><strong>Policy/Regulations for Digital and Emerging Technology</strong><br> Ability to design or advise on regulations and policy for digital and emerging technology.</li> <li><strong>Transformation in Developing Organizations</strong><br> Knowledge of re-designing processes and leading projects that involve development issues.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Data</strong></p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Data Analysis</strong><br> Ability to extract, analyze and visualize data to form meaningful insights and aid effective business decision-making.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Business Management</strong></p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Digital Awareness and Literacy</strong><br> Ability to monitor new and emerging technologies, as well as understand their usage, potential, limitations, impact, and added value. Ability to rapidly and readily adopt and use new technologies in professional activities, and to empower others to do the same.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Communication</strong></p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Digital Capacity Building</strong><br> Ability to increase the impact of digital communications through trainings, partnerships, and relevant resources.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Business Direction & Strategy</strong></p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Systems Thinking</strong><br> Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system.</li> </ul> <p>*Please refer to the competency framework site for the entire list of competencies and further explanations.</p><br> <p><strong>Required Skills and Experience</strong></p><br> <p>Minimum Education Requirements</p><br> <ul> <li>An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Data Science, Telecommunications, International Development, Public Policy, or a related field is required.</li> </ul> <p><strong>OR</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree) in the areas stated above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience, will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.</li> </ul> <p>Minimum Years of Relevant Work Experience</p><br> <ul> <li>Minimum of <strong>2 years</strong> (with a Master’s degree) or <strong>4 years</strong> (with a Bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible professional experience in AI development, digital innovation, or applied data technologies.</li> </ul> <p>Required Skills</p><br> <ul> <li>Proven experience in conducting AI ecosystem assessments and policy design.</li> <li>Demonstrated experience in AI capacity building, research, and stakeholder engagement.</li> <li>Experience in developing AI models, AI governance, responsible AI, digital transformation, and emerging technology frameworks.</li> <li>Proven experience in developing project proposals and partnership engagement.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to draft high-quality technical reports, policy briefs, concept notes, and strategic recommendations.</li> </ul> <p>Desired Skills</p><br> <ul> <li>Experience in international or regional AI or digital development projects in the Arab States Region is an asset.</li> <li>Familiarity with UN or other international development organizations, Digital and AI teams' policies, procedures, and programme implementation frameworks is desirable.</li> <li>Experience supporting the development of national AI strategies or assessments, digital transformation roadmaps, or innovation policies in the Arab States Region is an advantage.</li> <li>Familiarity with emerging global debates, standards, and policy frameworks related to AI trust and safety, digital ethics, and responsible AI implementation is desirable. Relevant work in the Arab Region is preferred.</li> <li>Experience working with Arab States Region government institutions, regulators, innovation hubs, academia, or private-sector technology partners is considered an asset.</li> </ul> <p>Required Languages</p><br> <ul> <li>Fluency in both written and spoken English and Arabic is required.</li> <li>Knowledge of another UN language, particularly French, is an asset.</li> </ul> <p>Professional Certificates</p><br> <ul> <li>N/A</li> </ul> <p><strong>Equal opportunity</strong></p><br> <p>As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. </p><br> <p>UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.</p><br> <p><strong>Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. </p><br> <p><strong>Right to select multiple candidates</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.</p><br> <p><strong>Use of AI by candidates</strong></p><br> <p>Applicants are invited to read UNDP’s guidance for candidates on using AI responsibly in UNDP recruitment and selection</p><br> <p><strong>Scam alert</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. For further information, please see www.undp.org/scam-alert.</p><br><br> #LI-DNI<br><br> </div>