Mackenzie Jones is currently partnering with a prestigious, government-affiliated organisation in one of the UAE’s most ambitious and fastest-growing Emirates – Ras Al Khaimah.
We’re looking for a seasoned editorial professional with a mastery of the English language (UK, Australia based) who’s ready for a new challenge in a role that’s all about purpose, influence, and storytelling.
Key responsibilities:
- Work closely with the Head of English Editorials and Media Relations, with a focus on securing national, regional and international media coverage for the organisation's different stakeholders.
- Delivering content that enhances the profile of the organisation, serve as a coordinator between Editorial & Social Media teams.
- Develop integrated media skills and techniques.
- Draft articles, op-eds, letters to the editor, social media posts, blog posts and scripts for the organisation and its stakeholders.
- Compose and edit press releases, organization literature & newsletters in English.
- Writing media advisories and statements, organizing media round tables and journalists’ visits to Ras Al Khaimah.
- Ensure that the content for social media and otherwise adheres to organisation's styles and regulations.
- Be the coordinator between the social media and editorial teams.
- Help in developing English media relations programs that increase awareness and provide positive media exposure for the key stakeholders among top tier media (including local, regional and international media).
- Help align media priorities and messaging with other RAK Government entities.
- Help manage communication between the organisation and various English media outlets, including print, online, broadcast, radio, bloggers, podcasters and other online influencers/bloggers.
- Support content marketing and social media campaigns with aligned editorial strategy and content
Key requirements:
- Minimum of 10 years of Media Relations & Editorial experience in a similar role gained with a recognized organization(s).
- Exceptional writing & reading abilities in English and presentation skills; a skilled lead spokesperson.
- Possesses strong media relationships.
- Extensive experience developing media strategies, pitching stories, working with or writing press releases and planning press events.
- Extensive knowledge of media landscape and thorough knowledge of the needs of different media and communication tools for digital, print and broadcast.
- Experience developing and leading media relations and PR campaigns for corporate, education, professional services, governmental, non-profit and/or consumer clients.
- At least 10 years in Corporate Communications and/or Public Relations at a PR/Communications agency and/or in-house communications team and/or as a journalist.
- Demonstrated skills as a writer, content creator and editor.
- A high degree of comfort in managing multiple tasks and deadlines and working in a fluid and fast-paced media environment.
- Flexibility and ability to adapt to various situations a must.
- Highly organized with superior attention to detail.
- Proficiency in MS Office packages.