Director - Corporate Communications (UAE National)

Michael Page; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent government organisation in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Director of Corporate Communications. This role will oversee the entire communications strategy, focusing on aligning with government directives and enhancing the organization's reputation. Successful candidates will have at least 9 years of experience in corporate communications, including leadership roles, and will be fluent in Arabic and English. The position offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to work within a high-profile government entity.

Benefits

Competitive salary in line with government guidelines

Opportunity to lead a strategic function

Work closely with senior leadership

Influence major initiatives

Professional growth and development

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years' experience in marketing/corporate communications, with at least 4 years in a leadership role.
• Proven success in organisational transformation and change management.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams of 10+.
• Expertise in marketing, branding, and stakeholder engagement.
• Fluency in Arabic and English; excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic communication plans aligned with organisational and government objectives.
• Oversee internal and external communications, including media, marketing, and PR activities.
• Manage branding and corporate identity across all platforms and initiatives.
• Supervise events, public announcements, and protocol management.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key stakeholders.
• Lead risk management and contingency planning for communications.
• Drive innovation in communication strategies to strengthen organisational image.

Skills

Corporate communications

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Change management

Marketing

Fluency in Arabic

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or Communications

Job description

Overview

The Director of Corporate Communications will lead the organisation's communications strategy, ensuring alignment with government directives and organisational objectives. This role covers internal and external communications, branding, media relations, and stakeholder engagement to enhance reputation and visibility.

Client Details

The hiring organisation is a large public sector entity based in Abu Dhabi, focused on economic development and policy implementation. It is well-regarded for its structured environment and impactful contributions to the region's growth and development. A prominent government organisation committed to driving growth and evolution of Abu Dhabi. It partners with public and private sectors to foster innovation and consistently improve the global positioning of the region.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic communication plans aligned with organisational and government objectives.
• Oversee internal and external communications, including media, marketing, and PR activities.
• Manage branding and corporate identity across all platforms and initiatives.
• Supervise events, public announcements, and protocol management.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key stakeholders.
• Lead risk management and contingency planning for communications.
• Drive innovation in communication strategies to strengthen organisational image.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years' experience in marketing / corporate communications, with at least 4 years in a leadership role.
• Proven success in organisational transformation and change management.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams of 10+.
• Expertise in marketing, branding, and stakeholder engagement.
• Fluency in Arabic and English; excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Master's degree in Business Administration or Communications preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary in line with government guidelines.
• Opportunity to lead a strategic function within a high-profile government entity.
• Work closely with senior leadership in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
• Influence major initiatives that shape the region's media landscape.
• Professional growth and development in a role with significant impact.

Skills

corporate communications