Digital Communications Manager

Hanson Search; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanson Search is seeking an experienced Digital Communications Manager to lead its digital strategy, platforms and campaigns for a high-profile global sustainability initiative. The role offers the chance to shape a new marketing and communications function and to extend the programme’s reach across audiences worldwide.

You will develop the annual digital communications plan, manage websites and social channels, coordinate with agencies, and use analytics to improve engagement, reach and impact.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in digital communications, digital marketing or related field.
• Strong knowledge of web management, content, SEO, SEM, email marketing and social media.
• Experience working with global foundations, NGOs or purpose-led initiatives is valued.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing the digital communications and content strategy.
• Managing the organisation’s website, social media and wider digital presence.
• Planning and delivering web, email, SEO, paid media and digital advertising campaigns.
• Working closely with marketing colleagues and external agencies on integrated campaigns.
• Using analytics and audience insights to improve reach, engagement and performance.
• Identifying emerging platforms, technologies and digital trends.
• Leading website improvements, relaunches and digital enhancement projects.
• Managing digital vendors and agency relationships.
• Producing clear campaign reports and recommendations for senior stakeholders.

Skills

Digital communications

Digital marketing

Web management

Content creation

SEO

SEM

Email marketing

Social media

Analytics & reporting

Campaign management

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Job Description:

A high-profile global sustainability initiative is seeking an experienced Digital Communications Manager to lead its digital strategy, platforms and campaigns.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a purpose-led organisation as it builds a new marketing and communications function. The successful candidate will help expand its global reach, strengthen audience engagement and use digital channels to share the stories of sustainability innovators around the world.

About the Digital Communications Manager Role

The Digital Communications Manager will develop and deliver the organisation’s annual digital communications strategy and act as the custodian of its digital platforms.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing the digital communications and content strategy.
• Managing the organisation’s website, social media and wider digital presence.
• Planning and delivering web, email, SEO, paid media and digital advertising campaigns.
• Working closely with marketing colleagues and external agencies on integrated campaigns.
• Using analytics and audience insights to improve reach, engagement and performance.
• Identifying emerging platforms, technologies and digital trends.
• Leading website improvements, relaunches and digital enhancement projects.
• Managing digital vendors and agency relationships.
• Producing clear campaign reports and recommendations for senior stakeholders.

The Ideal Digital Communications Manager Candidate

You will bring substantial experience in digital communications, digital marketing or a related field, with strong knowledge of web management, content, SEO, SEM, email marketing and social media.

Experience working with a global foundation, prize, NGO, philanthropic organisation or purpose-led initiative would be particularly valuable. Candidates from government-related organisations, global brands or leading digital agencies will also be considered.

You should have:

• Strong digital campaign and platform management experience.
• Excellent analytical and reporting skills.
• Experience managing agencies, vendors and cross-functional projects.
• A proactive, creative and hands-on approach.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• An interest in sustainability, innovation and global impact.

Why Apply for This Digital Communications Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the digital presence of an internationally recognised initiative, join a growing team and deliver campaigns that connect global audiences with people creating meaningful change.