Communications Manager

Amazon Middle East and North Africa FZ-LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UAE is seeking a senior communications professional with a strong track record in developing integrated campaigns. The role involves managing corporate communications, nurturing media relations, and crafting strategic narratives to build and maintain the brand's reputation. Proficiency in Arabic and English is essential for this dynamic position set in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in communications at a senior level.
• Proven track record of executing integrated communications campaigns.
• Strong media relations skills with an established network.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive communications strategies.
• Manage corporate communications initiatives to enhance brand reputation.
• Coordinate with communications agencies to ensure consistent messaging.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Strategic thinking

Media relations

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Job description

We are looking for someone with a challenger brand mindset and start-up mentality, who can thrive in our fast-paced, innovative environment. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of creating and implementing communications strategies that drive business results and enhance brand reputation.

Key job responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive communications strategies that align with Amazon UAE's business objectives

• Lead proactive campaigns across Amazon.ae product and feature launches, and other milestone moments.

• Work closely with key stakeholders to create and execute truly integrated campaigns across all channels.

• Manage and coordinate with communications agencies and contractor teams to ensure consistent delivery and messaging.

• Support content development and review needs in Arabic and English across (but not limited to) press releases, talking points, briefing documents, case studies, and other collateral for the media that advance Amazon strategic priorities in the UAE.

• Create and track KPIs, coverage reports, and campaign effectiveness metrics to demonstrate impact.

• Manage corporate communications initiatives to build and maintain Amazon's reputation in the UAE.

• Manage executive communications and profiling for key media opportunities and industry events.

• Create and implement integrated campaigns leveraging traditional, digital, and social media channels.

• Provide strategic communications counsel to internal executives on both short and long-term challenges and opportunities.

• Build and maintain relationships with key media outlets and influencers.

• Successfully manage complex and fast-moving communications challenges and issues with media.

• Collaborate with international teams to ensure consistency in global messaging while adapting for local market needs.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Extensive experience in communications at a senior level

- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field

- Proven track record of developing and executing integrated communications campaigns

- Experience in developing and executing creative brand narratives and strategies, either in start-up environments or within established multinational companies

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Arabic and English

- Strong media relations skills and established network of media contacts.

- Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and influence without direct authority

- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Expertise in digital and social media communications

- Experience managing multiple agencies

- Knowledge of the UAE media landscape and consumer behavior

- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment

- Experience with data-driven communications strategies and measurement

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Amazon Middle East and North Africa FZ-LLC