Communication and Media Outreach Analyst NOA - UAE Nationals Only

World Food Programme; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Communication and Media Outreach Analyst to join their dynamic team in Dubai. This role involves developing communication strategies that enhance the visibility of humanitarian efforts, creating engaging content, and building relationships with media outlets. The ideal candidate will be bilingual in Arabic and English, possess strong analytical skills, and have a commitment to humanitarian goals. Join a mission-driven organization where your contributions will help shape global food security initiatives and make a significant impact in the humanitarian sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year experience in communication or public relations.
• Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication strategies for the Global Humanitarian Response Centre.
• Create compelling content and manage media relations to enhance visibility.

Skills

Communication Skills

Bilingual (Arabic and English)

Analytical Thinking

Team Collaboration

Graphic Design

Video Editing

Education

Bachelor's in Communications, Journalism, or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

JOB TITLE : Communication and Media Outreach Analyst

JOB CONTRACT / GRADE : NOA FIXED-TERM STAFF

JOB LOCATION : UAE, DUBAI

NO OF OPENINGS : One

REPORTING TO : Head of Communication, WFP GCC Office

The Communication and Media Outreach Analyst position is part of the Communication team of the GCC WFP Office based in Dubai. The position holder will report to the Head of Communication and will support the development and implementation of the communication strategy for the Global Supply Chain Support Centre. The role will involve delivering a range of communication activities, conducting research and analysis, and effectively prioritizing communication tasks while operating with minimal supervision.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. Contribute to the development and implementation of Communication Strategies to enhance the visibility and reputation of the Global Humanitarian Response Centre.
2. Tailor communication plans to promote the Centre's mission of supporting WFPs and partners humanitarian responses, ensuring alignment with WFP's broader communication and fundraising strategies.
3. Create compelling communication content that showcases the centre's critical role in global humanitarian response and its innovative approaches highlighting success stories, partnerships, and impact achieved.
4. Monitor and analyse traditional and social media to inform the development and/or evaluation of communication activities and strategies.
5. Ensure effective dissemination of content through various channels including traditional media, social media platforms, newsletters, and targeted outreach to stakeholders.
6. Contribute to building and maintaining strong relationships with local, regional, and international media outlets to secure accurate and positive coverage of the Centre's activities.
7. Support with preparation of interviews, talking points when spokesperson needs to respond to media inquiries, interviews, and press briefings, ensuring consistent messaging and alignment with organizational goals.
8. Assist in coordinating media visits, press conferences, and other events to showcase the Centre's initiatives and achievements.
9. Collate communication and media outreach data and contribute to the preparation of accurate and timely reports.
10. Any other duty as required.

Position requirements :

1. Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, International Relations, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
2. Bilingual, proficiency in Arabic and English.
3. Graphic design, video editing software knowledge is an advantage.
4. Driven and motivated by WFP's mandate, showcasing a commitment to humanitarian goals. Strong work ethic, and genuine willingness to contribute to advancing global food security.
5. Readiness to travel across GCC and to some locations where WFP operates.
6. Minimum of 1-year post-graduate experience, ideally in a communication, public relations, journalism position.
7. Excellent people skills, a proven team approach.
8. The ability to thrive in multicultural environments, and a curious mindset geared towards analytical thinking and innovation.
9. Track record of achieving tangible and measurable results in previous roles with an ability to set and meet ambitious targets aligned with organizational objectives.
10. Only UAE Nationals are eligible to apply for this position.

LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

All WFP Employees are expected to demonstrate the competencies and standards of behaviour aligned with our core values and defined in the WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK, namely :

• Leading by example with integrity,
• Driving results and delivering on commitments,
• Fostering inclusive and collaborative teamwork,
• Applying strategic thinking,
• Building and maintaining sustainable partnerships.