Digital Monetization & Ad Ops Manager

ABOUT THR ROLE:

We are seeking a Digital Monetization & Ad Ops Manager to be responsible for the end-to-end operational execution and of monetization across all digital channels, including web display and video, mobile apps, CTV/OTT, programmatic partners, and social platforms. The role ensures that all inventory is correctly set up, monetized efficiently, compliant with platform and policy requirements, and continuously optimized to maximize yield and revenue stability. This position focuses on day-to-day delivery, performance monitoring, issue resolution, and reporting, translating monetization strategy into consistent operational results. Success in the role will be measured through clearly defined quarterly KPIs covering revenue performance, fill rate, yield improvement, monetization uptime, and reporting accuracy.

The following job description details the skills and competencies required for this level.

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• 4+ years in ad ops, programmatic advertising, or digital monetization (agency, ad-tech, or publisher side).
• Strong knowledge of GAM, SSPs, DSPs (DV360, The Trade Desk).
• Familiar with paid media platforms: Google Ads, Meta Ads, TikTok Ads, YouTube Ads.
• Experience managing ad-tech partners (Teads, Magnite, PubMatic, SpringServe, etc.).
• Strong analytical and reporting skills (Google Analytics, Looker, Data Studio).
• Background in CTV/FAST advertising models is a strong plus.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset and High attention to detail  
• Excellent communication skills with the Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment  
• Proactive and ownership-driven attitude with Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Commercial mindset: ability to translate ad ops into revenue opportunities for sales.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.Display & Video (Web) 

• Manage and hands on GAM trafficking and line item setup to ensure accurate and timely campaign implementation.
• Support and hands on Prebid setup and troubleshoot related issues to maintain optimal header bidding performance.
• Apply and optimize floor prices by geo, device, and format to maximize revenue opportunities.
• Conduct creative QA and ensure compliance with internal policies and industry standards.
• Perform daily pacing and delivery checks and adjust campaigns as needed to meet performance goals.

2.App (iOS / Android)

• Validate SDK integrations in collaboration with the tech team to ensure proper ad delivery.
• Map ad units according to placements to ensure correct implementation and tracking.
• Maintain mediation waterfall hygiene to optimize demand competition and yield.
• Monitor latency and timeout settings to improve performance and user experience.
• Conduct regular app monetization stability checks to ensure consistent revenue performance.

3.CTV / OTT / FAST

• Configure and manage ad pods to ensure proper ad sequencing and delivery.
• Validate and monitor SSAI integrations to maintain seamless ad insertion.
• Support deal setup, including PMPs and Programmatic Guaranteed campaigns.
• Monitor delivery, pacing, and fill rates to ensure campaign effectiveness.
• Perform quality control checks to maintain strong CTV monetization performance.

4.Programmatic Partners (SSPs, DSP Tags) 

• Execute partner onboarding processes to enable smooth integrations.
• Monitor and hands on daily performance and yield across partners to optimize revenue.
• Block MFA and low-quality demand sources to protect inventory quality.
• Enforce floor price compliance across all programmatic partners.
• Prepare and share partner performance reports with relevant stakeholders.

5.Social Media Monetization 

• Enable and manage monetization across all social media platforms and accounts.
• Ensure policy compliance and verify monetization eligibility requirements.
• Optimize yield across formats and geographies to maximize revenue.
• Track revenue and reconcile payouts to ensure accuracy.
• Prepare social monetization reports and escalate issues when necessary.

6.Revenue & KPIs and Success Metrics:

• Maintain monthly revenue variance within ±5% of forecasted targets
• Monitor revenue trends and proactively address fluctuations
• Collaborate with commercial teams to stabilize and grow revenue performance

What We Offer

• The chance to define the digital monetization roadmap for Lovin & Smashi.
• Hands-on exposure to CTV & FAST monetization, one of the fastest-growing areas in media.
• A cross-functional role bridging tech, content, and commercial.
• Growth opportunities within a leading regional media company.

Augustus Overview

Augustus is a Middle Eastern digital media holding company based in Dubai, Cairo and Riyadh and has been designed to adapt and evolve to this perpetually changing media environment. 

We apply our expertise to building media brands, each centered on an audience first mindset, such as promoting the ideals of a positive lifestyle or an aspirational business mentality. Our brands have originated from new media platforms and power our entire ecosystem of services, especially creating brand communications that resonate with our audiences across digital and the real world. Our content is loved and seen by millions, natively across visual, audio and text platforms. 

Lovin’ 

Lovin’ is a local news and lifestyle brand. Lovin’ captures the best of the world around us: what we see, do, think, eat and drink. Lovin’ presents a positive view of our city, town, country or community. Lovin’s mantra is simple: Lovin’ Your Life. 

Smashi

Smashi is a business news network streaming live from the heart of the Arab world, covering the most innovative products, services and technologies changing our lives. Smashi is a mindset, it’s for the driven, the dreamers and the doers. 

ODEUM 

ODEUM is our in-house content studio, powered by data and insights, designed to produce new media formats, in real time for clients that live across our brand channels. We connect brands with communities and culture.