Content and Communication Officer

JPC - 4683 - Content and Communication Officer

Location: Ajman

Position Type: Direct

Total Experience: 5 - 6 Years Experience

Education : Bachelors Degree

Languages : Arabic and English

The Content and Communication Officer will play a pivotal role in coordinating and executing comprehensive fundraising and communication strategies to advance the company's strategic goals. Reporting directly to the Director of Advancement and Alumni Affairs, this position requires a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills and a proven track record in integrated communication strategy development.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a cohesive, multi-channel external communication strategy focused on engaging donors and alumni.
• Ensure alignment of communication efforts across the company, presenting the company positively to external stakeholders.
• Liaise closely with the company's strategic communication unit to foster synergy and amplify messaging momentum.
• Actively participate in fundraising-related multimedia streaming events to enhance donor engagement and support.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders including administration, academic units, and development officers to align fundraising efforts with the company's priorities.
• Conduct fundraising-related market research to gather insights relevant to the company's fundraising goals.
• Provide recommendations based on sectoral trends and institutional information to optimize donor targeting and segmentation.
• Assist in donor segmentation based on market research and reconnaissance.
• Prepare fundraising proposals as required to support different fundraising products and campaigns.
• Support the Director of Advancement and Alumni Affairs with administrative duties and ad-hoc tasks as assigned.

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in mass communications or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in strategic communications, preferably in a higher education setting.
• Applicant must demonstrate proficiency in writing in both languages (Arabic & English).

Knowledge & Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities to navigate complex fundraising landscapes.
• Project management skills to coordinate multifaceted communication campaigns and fundraising initiatives.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while demonstrating initiative and autonomy.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing integrated communication strategies.
• Proficiency in multimedia content development and digital tools.
• Knowledge of fundraising principles and practices is an advantage.

Working Conditions

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• No or very limited physical effort is required.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
• The position may entail work after duty hours, on weekends, on holidays, and in emergencies (i.e., may be subject to “on-call” responsibilities).