Section Head, Ecosystem

U MobileKuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

30+ days ago

Job description

U Mobile Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Life at U Mobile

We are Passionate, Innovative, Trustworthy, Team-Oriented & Fun-Loving.

At U Mobile, we are always on the lookout for great talents and passionate individuals to join our growing team.

Let’s start your journey with an award-winning organization!

#UnbeatableCareerAwaits

Top Reasons To Join Us!

Awarded for Most Preferred Employers in the Telecommunication Industry (2022, 2023 & 2024)
Bronze Winner in Cross-Generational Workforce Engagement (2024)
Gold Winner for Excellence in Workplace Culture (2021)
Comprehensive medical, dental, optical, and insurance benefits
Flexi working hours arrangements
Staff Line & Device Subsidy
Smart Casual Attire
Child Parental Care Leave
Convenient location with access to public transport (Imbi Monorail / Bukit Bintang MRT)
Special employee discounts for selected F&B Brands

Role

The Day-To-Day Activities

Ecosystem Partner Strategy, Identification & Exploration

Spearhead the strategic identification and assessment of potential ecosystem partners that align with EIP’s priorities and strategic goals.

Evaluate the viability and value of potential partners based on capabilities they can offer (e.g., bespoke technology, market position, reach, strategic fit).

Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential partners.

Collaborate with senior internal stakeholders to influence partnership priorities and ensure alignment with enterprise innovation objectives and digital transformation initiatives.

Strategic Partner Engagement & Ecosystem Management

Lead the development and execution of strategies for engaging and onboarding new ecosystem partners.

Serve as the primary point of contact for partners.

Understand partners' objectives and identify opportunities for mutual collaboration and value creation.

Drive performance monitoring and insight generation for strategic partnerships, ensuring data-driven decisions and sustained ecosystem advancement.

Strategic Co-creation & Program Development

Define and align program objectives, timelines, and success metrics to contribute to EIP’s innovation and business transformation goals.

Drive collaboration with ecosystem partners, industry leaders, and internal stakeholders to co-create and execute flagship events, workshops, hackathons, pilot programs, and other initiatives.

Lead the end-to-end strategy, planning, execution, and delivery of transformative events and programs.

Ensure alignment of partner programs with the overall innovation strategy of the telco.

Ensure programs align with AIP commitments and deliver on the MyDigital agenda.

Leadership & Team Management

Establish, lead, and manage a high-performing team to support ecosystem development, partner engagement, and program delivery.

Define team structure, roles, and responsibilities for effective execution across all ecosystem functions.

Foster a culture of innovation and responsibility through an agile, team-oriented environment.

Oversee cross-functional coordination between internal teams and external partners for seamless ecosystem initiatives.

About You

More than 15 years of related experience.

Strong background in leading and guiding teams across multiple functions.

Experience in partnership management, business development, alliance management, or ecosystem development roles within tech and / or telco sectors.

Proven track record of building and managing strategic partnerships with external organizations.

Experience in driving events, programs, and initiatives.

Strong understanding of the innovation ecosystem, including startups, technology vendors, and research institutions.

Ability to build and maintain long-term relationships with external partners.

Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to understand the broader business context and identify strategic partnership opportunities.

Strong organizational and project management skills to plan, execute, and track partner programs and initiatives.

Negotiation skills to establish mutually beneficial agreements and persuade partners to collaborate.

Strong networking skills to build connections across the partnership ecosystem.

What’s Next? Once you have applied online, our team will review your application. Due to high volume, only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology, Engineering, and Other

Industries

Telecommunications

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