Digital Communications Manager, Sustainability, Abu Dhabi

Hanson Search; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 270,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanson Search is partnering with a high-profile global sustainability initiative to recruit a Digital Communications Manager. The role leads the organisation's digital strategy, oversees its websites, social media and wider digital presence, and collaborates with marketing and external agencies on integrated campaigns.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in digital communications, SEO/SEM, email marketing and analytics, with a track record of driving global reach and engagement

Qualifications

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

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 campaign management

Analytics & reporting

Stakeholder management

Agency/vendor management

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.

Apply for This Digital Communications Role

Hanson Search is managing this confidential appointment. Please submit your CV and a brief overview of your relevant digital communications experience.

Please apply only if your skills and experience closely match the requirements of the role.

Hanson Search is a globally recognised, award-winning talent advisory and headhunting consultancy. Our expertise lies in building successful ventures worldwide through recruitment, interim and executive search in communications, sustainability, public affairs and policy, digital marketing and sales and commercial.

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