Director of Conferences and Communication Department

Thelinkmena; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic event management expert to oversee and execute high-profile events. This role involves strategic planning, media relations, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders to enhance the organization's visibility and impact. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in public relations and marketing, demonstrating exceptional leadership and communication skills. Join a forward-thinking team committed to excellence and innovation, where your contributions will significantly influence the organization's strategic goals and public engagement.

Qualifications

• 13 years of experience for Bachelor's holders, including 6 in supervisory roles.
• 11 years for Master's holders, including 4 in supervisory roles.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute official events with optimal media coverage.
• Develop plans for cooperation with academic institutions and think tanks.
• Supervise social media and website content for effective communication.

Skills

Public Relations

Marketing

Strategic Thinking

Media Relations

Event Management

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations or Marketing

Master's degree

PhD

Job description

Develop a comprehensive plan to manage and execute ECSSR’s official events, ensuring excellence in logistical organization, alignment with corporate identity, and optimal media coverage in coordination with relevant departments. Oversee all interactions with external stakeholders and cultivate sustainable partnerships to support ECSSR’s strategic goals.

Qualifications

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, marketing, or a related field.
• For a Bachelor’s degree holder: 13 years of experience, including 6 years in supervisory roles.
• For a Master’s degree holder: 11 years of experience, including 4 years in supervisory roles.
• For a PhD holder: 8 years of experience.

Specialized-General Responsibilities

• Prepare and evaluate cooperation agreements with local and foreign agencies; monitor their implementation to maximize outcomes.
• Manage communication with external communities, agencies, and companies to promote ECSSR’s developments, activities, and events.
• Manage media relations to cover ECSSR’s news, including interviews and visual reports, in coordination with the Media Department, and build relationships with media outlets.
• Supervise the social media plan aligned with the Conference and Communication Department’s agenda, and develop an annual marketing plan for all events.
• Promote ECSSR’s activities and publications, inform the public about services like the UAE Federation Library, and actively promote these on social media within the allocated budget.
• Plan, organize, and market various activities and events such as conferences, seminars, and lectures.
• Develop plans to strengthen cooperation with domestic and international academic institutions and think tanks through joint events.
• Supervise website content across ECSSR’s social media platforms.
• Evaluate employee performance and identify development needs.
• Perform other tasks within the scope of work as assigned.
• Demonstrate flexibility and agility.
• Apply strategic thinking and make effective decisions.
• Manage strategic priorities and focus on achieving government objectives.
• Empower team members and delegate effectively.
• Prepare comprehensive reports.
• Drive innovation and transformational change.
• Stay familiar with emerging advanced technologies.
• Maintain a willingness to learn and develop.
• Adhere to policies, procedures, and regulations relevant to the role.
• Empower staff and organize daily tasks efficiently.
• Be a positive role model.
• Work effectively under pressure and resolve challenges.
• Maintain openness to global perspectives.
• Be familiar with ECSSR’s products and information sources.
• Analyze data with strong deductive skills and utilize forecasting tools.