Communications Manager AWS MENAT AWS Comms EMEA

Amazon; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud technology company is seeking an experienced Communications Manager to join its Dubai team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for executing integrated communications plans across the Middle East, promoting new AWS services and enhancing media relations. Applicants should have extensive experience in public relations within the tech industry, excellent communication skills in both English and Arabic, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role offers opportunities to showcase innovative customer stories and enhance AWS's brand presence in the region.

Qualifications

• Experience in professional communications or public relations.
• Extensive experience in PR, ideally in the tech industry.
• Strong media relationships with top-tier business, technology and general press.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a strong understanding of media landscape in the Middle East.
• Work cross-functionally to plan and execute PR campaigns.
• Manage news-related business & technology press opportunities.
• Build relationships with key journalists, bloggers, AWS customers and partners.

Skills

Media relations

Written and oral communication in English

Public relations

Narrative crafting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Are you passionate about the rapidly growing technology industry and excited to join the communications team of one of the fastest‑growing tech companies in history? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking an experienced Communications Manager to join its Middle East AWS Communications team.

As a Communications Manager you will be responsible for supporting the Communications Lead for AWS in the Middle East, North Africa and Turkey region in executing integrated communications plans for AWS. This includes managing the launch process of new AWS services, features, programs, regions, customer success stories and partnerships in a way that maximizes positive coverage and awareness.

You will work closely with internal business stakeholders, key partners and customers who are innovating through technology, helping them effectively showcase their results. Additionally, you’ll partner with the AWS global PR team and AWS leaders to develop messaging and plans as an integral member of Amazon’s communications team.

The ideal candidate possesses extensive media relations skills, is an expert at writing and pitching media opportunities, and can drive customer success stories. We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, innovative environment and is excited by the prospect of shaping industry leading this role. You’ll have the opportunity to develop innovative customer stories and create forward‑looking programs that reflect AWS’s position as a cloud technology leader. Your creativity will be instrumental in crafting compelling narratives that showcase our continued innovation in the cloud space.

Key job responsibilities

• Maintain a strong understanding of media landscape and business environment in the Middle East.
• Work cross‑functionally to plan and execute PR campaigns.
• Enhance AWS news media relations activities and proactive campaigns.
• Manage news‑related business & technology press opportunities.
• Identify and develop customer references for media relations and public speaking opportunities.
• Build relationships with key journalists, bloggers, AWS customers and partners.
• Manage a PR agency to deliver successful high‑quality campaigns.

Qualifications

• Experience in professional communications or public relations.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Extensive experience in PR, ideally in the tech industry.
• Strong media relationships with top‑tier business, technology and general press.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Experience working with customers and partners to develop compelling stories.
• Deep understanding of technology and ability to communicate complex topics effectively.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment and is willing to roll up their sleeves to get the job done.
• Strong attention to detail.

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Required Experience

Manager