Communications Associate - UAE National

Deliveroo; Dubai Emirate; On-site; AED 183,621 - 257,069; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Make a visible impact every day

Learn fast in an entrepreneurial environment

Build a career, not just a role

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Deliveroo is actively seeking a Communications Associate - UAE National to assist in executing integrated communications strategies that align with business priorities. This role demands strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple work streams effectively.

Key responsibilities include supporting communications plans, coordinating with stakeholders, and managing logistics for various initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong Arabic and English communication skills and excel in stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality of communication.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of communications plans.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely delivery.
• Manage logistics for partnerships and public-facing initiatives.

Skills

Strong written and verbal Arabic and English communication skills

Stakeholder management

Ability to simplify complex information

High level of organization

Editorial judgement

Job description

We’re looking for a Communications Associate - UAE National to support the Head of Communications in driving the development and execution of integrated consumer and corporate communications strategies. This role requires strong ownership, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple work streams while ensuring alignment across internal and external stakeholders.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the development and delivery of quarterly communications plans and reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with business priorities.
• Coordinate quarterly functional updates to ensure readiness and alignment ahead of planning cycles.
• Coordinate with regional and global teams on shared initiatives, reporting, and requests.
• Liaise regularly with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and timely delivery of communications plans.
• Support the development and execution of CSR and community programs.
• Coordinate with NGOs, charity partners, and relevant stakeholders to deliver initiatives effectively.
• Execute assigned communications initiatives across both consumer and corporate streams.
• Coordinate day‑to‑day delivery with agency partners, ensuring timelines, quality, and outputs are met.
• Support the rollout of campaigns, announcements, and initiatives.
• Manage logistics and coordination for partnerships, activations, media engagements, and public‑facing initiatives.
• Support prioritisation of incoming communications requests based on business impact and urgency.
• Support the development of communications materials including press releases and spokespeople interviews and internal comms updates.
• Support executive and leadership communications where required.
• Monitor media coverage and flag relevant opportunities, risks, or emerging issues.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date reporting, including weekly coverage reports and global updates, WIP trackers, and monthly All Hands and Newsroom updates.
• Review incoming press queries via the press inbox, ensuring timely responses or escalation.

What You’ll Need to Thrive

• Strong written and verbal Arabic and English communication skills, with attention to detail and tone.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and coordination skills.
• Ability to simplify complex information into clear, structured messaging.
• High level of organisation and ownership.
• Ability to exercise editorial judgement and prioritise competing communications requests.

Benefits

• Make a visible impact every day.
• Learn fast in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Build a career, not just a role.
• Deliver together in an inclusive culture.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At Deliveroo, we know that a great workplace reflects the world around us and that true diversity and inclusion make us stronger, more creative, and better at what we do. We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone can do their best work and feel they belong.

We believe in equality of opportunity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio‑economic background, religion, or belief.

If you have a disability or long‑term health condition and need support to apply for one of our roles, or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, you’ll have the opportunity to let us know once you’ve submitted your application. We’ll share details on how to request support so we can ensure you have a fair and equitable experience.