CSR Coordinator

Messe Frankfurt; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Messe Frankfurt is seeking a CSR Coordinator to lead and support community engagement initiatives aligned with UAE's sustainability goals. This role involves planning CSR activities, collaborating with various stakeholders, and ensuring effective communication of social impact efforts. The ideal candidate will be a UAE National with strong organizational and communication skills, fluent in Arabic and English, and passionate about community development.

Qualifications

• Must be an Arabic speaking UAE National.
• Strong interest in community development and national sustainability.
• Experience in stakeholder relationship building and social impact initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute CSR initiatives like beach clean-ups and blood donation drives.
• Collaborate with HR on Emiratization efforts and support inclusive workplace initiatives.
• Track and report on CSR participation and impact metrics.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Organizational

Multitasking

Social Impact Interest

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration

Social Sciences or related field

Job description

The role of a CSR Coordinator for Messe Frankfurt Middle East is to support the planning, execution and promotion of community engagement and corporate social responsibility in line with the companies social value pillar. Activity • Plan, coordinate, and support the execution of CSR initiatives such as beach clean-ups, mangrove planting, blood donation drives, and employee volunteer programs. • Collaborate with internal departments to drive staff participation in CSR activities, aligning with the company’s Social Value objectives. • Work closely with People & Culture (HR) to support Emiratization efforts, internships, and inclusive workplace initiatives. • Liaise with NGOs, government entities, community organizations, and industry partners to identify joint CSR and sustainability opportunities. • Assist in developing annual CSR calendars and impact frameworks aligned with UAE Vision 2031 and Year of Sustainability goals. • Create engaging internal communications and campaigns to promote awareness and participation in CSR events. • Gather success stories, photos, and testimonials from CSR activities to be featured in internal reports, the Digital Sustainability Hub, and ESG publications. • Track and maintain accurate records of CSR participation, volunteer hours, and impact metrics for reporting and audit purposes. • Provide logistical and administrative support for CSR events, including vendor coordination, materials preparation, and on-site assistance. • Monitor social impact trends, national initiatives, and best practices to inform and enhance MFME’s CSR strategy.

• Essential: Must be an Arabic speaking UAE National with a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in Business Administration, Social Sciences or a related field. Experience • Strong interest and passion for social impact, community development and national sustainability goals • Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders. • Strong negotiation, communication and presentation skills. • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities with keen attention to detail. • Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment. Personal Attributes • Able to successfully maintain and to identify the most appropriate channels to increase an organization’s external visibility via local engagement. • Highly organised, with excellent planning skills and the ability to work simultaneously on several demanding projects and initiatives. • Highly creative, resourceful and imaginative and have a proven flare for locating innovative cost-effective ways to increase marketing credentials and fundraising income. • Able to articulate in English and Arabic with excellent communication skills. • High ethical standards demonstrate sound work ethics, ethical traits include integrity, objectivity, honesty, trustworthy, respectful, due care and hospitality – including alignment to local culture as required and guiding other non-UAE Nationals when required. • Acts confidently and assuredly; communicates competently with different groups of persons. • Shows high commitment and high willingness to perform; takes over additional tasks and responsibility on own initiatives as a team player. • Reflects the respectful and growth culture of Messe Frankfurt as an ambassador for the business.