Communications Manager

IFZA Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

IFZA Dubai is seeking a dynamic Communications Manager to lead external and internal communications, enhance brand reputation, and engage diverse audiences across the UAE and beyond. You will develop PR strategies, manage media relations, and create compelling content while aligning with business objectives.

This role requires strong English writing and speaking skills; Arabic is a plus. A proactive, relationship-driven professional with multi-brand experience will thrive in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Public Relations, Corporate Communications, or related field.
• Strong media relations and stakeholder engagement experience.
• Experience in developing and executing PR campaigns.
• Excellent written and verbal English; Arabic an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute PR, corporate communications, and media engagement strategies.
• Build relationships with journalists, media outlets, influencers, and key stakeholders.
• Manage press releases, media pitches, corporate announcements, and thought leadership content.
• Identify media opportunities, interviews, and speaking engagements.
• Plan and support communication campaigns, launches, events, and brand initiatives.
• Create engaging content across articles, newsletters, presentations, social media, and leadership communications.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging.
• Support corporate events and leadership forums.
• Monitor media coverage and campaign performance, providing insights.

Skills

Media relations

Stakeholder management

Copywriting

Content creation

PR strategy

Arabic language

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and proactive Communications Manager to lead and execute external and internal communication initiatives that enhance brand reputation, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and drive engagement across diverse audiences.

This role will be responsible for developing and implementing PR and communications strategies, managing media relations, creating compelling content, supporting corporate events and campaigns, and ensuring consistent messaging across all communication channels. The successful candidate will play a key role in building strong relationships with media, industry partners, and internal stakeholders while delivering impactful communication initiatives that support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute PR, corporate communications, and media engagement strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, media outlets, influencers, and key stakeholders.
• Manage press releases, media pitches, corporate announcements, executive communications, and thought leadership content.
• Identify and secure media opportunities, interviews, speaking engagements, and industry features.
• Plan and support communication campaigns, launches, events, and brand initiatives.
• Create engaging content across multiple channels, including articles, newsletters, presentations, social media, and leadership communications.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to develop communication plans and ensure consistent messaging.
• Support the planning and execution of corporate events, employee engagement initiatives, and leadership forums.
• Monitor media coverage, campaign performance, and communication effectiveness, providing insights and recommendations.
• Ensure all communications align with brand guidelines and tone of voice.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Public Relations, Corporate Communications, or a related field.
• Strong experience in media relations, reputation management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Background within a PR/communications agency or a fast-paced in-house environment managing multiple brands, business units, or stakeholders.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English, Arabic is a plus
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing communication and PR campaigns.
• Strong storytelling, copywriting, and content creation skills.
• Experience creating presentations, communication materials, executive briefs, and campaign assets.
• Design capabilities and familiarity with creative tools are considered a strong advantage.
• Experience supporting corporate events, forums, and engagement initiatives is beneficial.

Who You Are

• Energetic, confident, and relationship-driven.
• Brings a modern, creative, and commercially minded approach to communications.
• Comfortable taking ownership, working independently, and driving initiatives from concept to execution.
• Equally effective collaborating within cross-functional teams.
• Highly organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.