Community Outreach Coordinator

Hill International; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Community Outreach Specialist to assist in planning and executing community initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of experience in community relations, preferably within the construction sector. Responsibilities include organizing public meetings, maintaining stakeholder relationships, and preparing reports on engagement efforts. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in community relations, public affairs or stakeholder engagement.
• Experience preferably in the construction or infrastructure sector.
• Strong writing skills for content creation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing community outreach initiatives.
• Serve as a point of contact for community members.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with community stakeholders.
• Prepare summaries and reports on community engagement efforts.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Problem-solving abilities

Public speaking

Content creation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Social Sciences or a related field

Job description

• Assist in planning and executing community outreach initiatives including public meetings, site visits, and informational sessions.
• Distribute newsletters, flyers and other outreach materials to keep the community informed.
• Support the development and maintenance of social media content and updates.
• Serve as a point of contact for community members to answer questions and provide project updates.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with community stakeholders including residents, local officials and businesses.
• Record and report community feedback, concerns and inquiries to the Community Outreach Manager.
• Maintain accurate records of community interactions, feedback and outreach activities.
• Prepare summaries and reports on community engagement efforts and outcomes.
• Track and document resolutions to community concerns and complaints.
• Assist in organizing community meetings, open houses and other public events.
• Coordinate logistics including venue booking, presentation materials and participant registration.
• Ensure that events run smoothly and that community members feel welcomed and heard.
• Work closely with the Community Outreach Manager and project team to align outreach efforts with project timelines and milestones.
• Assist with preparing presentations, visual aids and other communication tools.
• Collaborate with public relations and communication teams to ensure consistent messaging.

Qualifications Experience Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Social Sciences or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in community relations, public affairs or stakeholder engagement, preferably in the construction or infrastructure sector.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Conflict resolution and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficiency in public speaking and conducting community meetings.
• Excellent writing and content creation skills.
• Knowledge of community engagement best practices and construction project impacts.