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Section Head, Ecosystem

Section Head, Ecosystem

U Mobile Sdn BhdKuala Lumpur, Malaysia
30+ days ago
Job description

Closing Date : 31 / 10 / 2025

Section Head, Ecosystem

  • For registered candidates, please login to apply 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 o Most Preferred Employers in Telecommunication Industry (2022, 2023 & 2024) o Bronze Winner in Cross-Generational Workforce Engagement (2024) o 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 The Day-To-Day Activities

    • Ecosystem Partner Strategy, Identification & Exploration :

  • Spearhead the strategic identification and assessment potential ecosystem partners that align with EIP’s priorities and strategic goals.
  • Evaluate the viability and value of potential partners based on what 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.
  • 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 :

  • Lead the strategic definition and alignment of program objectives, timelines, and success metrics, ensuring programs directly 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 transformative 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 commitment 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 to ensure effective execution across all ecosystem functions.
  • Drive a culture of innovation and responsibility through an agile, team-oriented environment.
  • Oversee cross-functional coordination between internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless execution of ecosystem initiatives. About You
  • More than 15 years’ 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.
  • Proven track record of successfully building and managing strategic partnerships with external organisations.
  • 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 strong, long-term relationships with external partners.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to understand the broader business context of partners and EIP, and identify strategic partnership opportunities.
  • Strong organisational and project management skills to plan, execute, and track partner programs and initiatives.
  • Ability to negotiate mutually beneficial agreements and persuade partners to collaborate.
  • Strong networking skills and the ability to build connections across partnership ecosystem.

    • #LI-AM1 What’s Next ? Once you have applied online, our team will review your application and due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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