Group Director Communications - Ports and Terminals - DP World - Dubai, UAE

DP World; Dubai; On-site; AED 390,600 - 502,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to influence strategic messaging

Contribute to shaping the global brand of a major logistics provider

Work closely with senior leadership

Job summary

DP World seeks a Group Director of Communications in Dubai to lead the global communications strategy for its ports and terminals. This role focuses on aligning corporate messaging with business strategy while ensuring brand integrity and supporting logistics operations.

The ideal candidate will have 10 to 15 years of experience and a strong background in strategic communications. Join a diverse workforce committed to innovation and making an impact in the logistics sector.

Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years of experience in strategic communications, corporate communications, or marketing leadership roles.
• Strong ability to translate complex business strategies into effective communication programs.
• Experience advising senior executives and influencing decision making at leadership level.

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic communications advisor to senior leadership.
• Develop and execute global communications strategies.
• Lead structured engagement with senior stakeholders.

Skills

Corporate communications strategy

Stakeholder engagement and executive communications

Brand positioning and reputation management

Media relations and crisis communications

Sustainability and corporate responsibility messaging

Communications planning and campaign management

Performance measurement and reporting

Digital media and social media strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or related field

Job description

Position Overview

Group Director Communications for Ports and Terminals in Dubai, UAE leads the global communications strategy for DP World's ports and terminals business pillar. The role focuses on aligning corporate messaging with business strategy, strengthening the organization's brand presence, and delivering integrated communications programs that support global logistics operations and stakeholder engagement.

Job Details

Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Logistics and Supply Chain
Function: Public Relations and Communications
Salary: 35000-45000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic communications advisor to senior leadership within the ports and terminals business pillar
• Develop and execute global communications strategies aligned with business objectives and commercial priorities
• Lead structured engagement with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment between communications activities and operational developments
• Design communications programs tailored for customers, employees, partners, and global stakeholders
• Manage collaboration with internal communications teams and external agencies to deliver integrated campaigns
• Ensure all communications initiatives support the global brand strategy and One DP World positioning
• Oversee sustainability and HSE communications programs and align them with commercial objectives
• Establish long term communications strategy based on business priorities, industry insights, and stakeholder needs
• Develop annual communications plans including project timelines, budgets, resources, and performance targets
• Ensure integration of sustainability and corporate responsibility initiatives into communications activities
• Oversee execution of communications initiatives through coordination with business units and communications teams
• Manage agency partners and external vendors to deliver effective communications programs
• Build a communications performance dashboard to measure impact, ROI, and engagement metrics
• Monitor communications outcomes and report performance against defined KPIs and objectives
• Provide crisis communications and risk management support when required
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement in communications practices and digital engagement strategies
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards, ethical policies, and brand identity guidelines

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or related field
• 10 to 15 years of experience in strategic communications, corporate communications, or marketing leadership roles
• Strong ability to translate complex business strategies into effective communication programs
• Experience advising senior executives and influencing decision making at leadership level
• Demonstrated expertise in integrated communications strategy development and execution
• Experience managing cross functional teams and large scale communications projects
• Understanding of sustainability, corporate responsibility, and stakeholder engagement communications
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to measure communications impact and ROI
• Excellent presentation, writing, and stakeholder engagement capabilities
• Knowledge of global media, digital communications trends, and social media strategy
• Ability to work in a fast paced global environment while managing multiple priorities
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing diverse teams and agency partners

Skills Set

• Corporate communications strategy
• Stakeholder engagement and executive communications
• Brand positioning and reputation management
• Media relations and crisis communications
• Sustainability and corporate responsibility messaging
• Communications planning and campaign management
• Performance measurement and reporting
• Digital media and social media strategy

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to lead global communications for one of the world's largest logistics and port operators
• Influence strategic messaging across international ports and terminals operations
• Work closely with senior leadership within a global trade organization
• Contribute to shaping the global brand and reputation of a major logistics provider
• Join a diverse global workforce committed to innovation and growth