Manager, Communications (DM&T)

ADNOC Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

ADNOC Group is seeking a seasoned Communications leader to oversee the DM&T Directorate's external and internal messaging. You will shape strategies, supervise a team, and coordinate with executives to protect and enhance the company's reputation.

You will manage stakeholder relations with government bodies, media, and partners, lead content creation, media relations, and digital communications while ensuring budget discipline and alignment with ADNOC standards and UAE national objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, communications or equivalent.
• 15 years of experience, including 7 years of managerial experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive communication strategies aligned with business objectives for the DM&T Directorate.
• Lead stakeholder relations with government agencies, media, and partners.
• Oversee internal communications to engage employees and ensure consistent messaging.
• Manage media relations and act as the spokesperson for DM&T.
• Oversee content creation across articles, reports, videos, and presentations.
• Leverage digital and social media to amplify DM&T messages.
• Plan and manage the communications budget and mentor a team.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communications strategy

Content creation

Media relations

Crisis comms

Stakeholder analysis

Risk management

Budgeting

Digital media

Online comms

AI fluency

AI optimization

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, communications or equivalent

Job description

JOB PURPOSE

Overseeing and leading all communication strategies and initiatives related to the DM&T Directorate. Develop and implement effective communication plans to enhance the company's reputation, manage stakeholder relationships, and ensure transparent and consistent messaging to various internal and external audiences.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

JOB SPECIFIC

Communication Strategy Development

• Develop comprehensive communication strategies aligned with the company's overall business objectives and the specific goals of the DM&T.
• Collaborate with the executive team, senior leaders, and subject matter experts to understand the DM&T operations thoroughly and tailor communication approaches accordingly.

Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, industry partners, community representatives, shareholders, and the media.
• Anticipate and address stakeholders' concerns, feedback, and inquiries promptly and professionally.

Internal Communication

• Develop and implement internal communication strategies to keep employees engaged and informed about DM&T related developments, projects, and company performance.
• Ensure consistent messaging across all internal communication channels

Media Relations

• Manage media interactions and serve as the company spokesperson for DM&T related matters.
• Prepare press releases, media briefings, and other materials for journalists and media outlets.

Content Creation

• Oversee the creation of compelling and informative content, including articles, reports, videos, and presentations, to showcase the company's achievements and initiatives in the DM&T sector.

Digital and Social Media

• Leverage digital and social media platforms effectively to amplify the company's DM&T related messages and engage with online audiences.

Budget and Resource Management

• Develop and manage the budget for DM&T communications activities, ensuring cost-effectiveness and maximum ROI.
• Lead and mentor a team of communication professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.

GENERIC

Management

• Plan and supervise the activities of the personnel and resources of the Department to achieve the Division objectives in an efficient and cost-conscious manner while ensuring implementation of approved operational plans for the Department in line with Division objectives.
• Develop the knowledge, competencies and innovative spirit in the Department and support the establishment of Personal Development Plans (PDP’s), Succession Planning and Talent pipeline within the Department in coordination with the Human Capability Group to continuously develop employees with emphasis on UAE Nationals to meet Emiratization targets.

Budgets and Operational Plans

• Compile and provide input for preparation of the Division budgets and regularly monitor expenditure against approved the Department budget levels.
• Investigate, highlight and reconcile any significant variances to ensure effective performance and cost control.

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Lead the implementation of approved Department policies, processes, systems, standards, procedures and internal controls in order to support execution of the Division work programs in line with Company and International standards.

Performance Management

• Implement the Company Performance Management System for individuals within the Department in accordance with Company approved guidelines and continuously monitor the achievement of the Department KPIs related to the approved Annual Performance Management Contract and the Balanced Score Card.

Organization Structure and Development

• Review, develop and recommend the appropriate organization structure for the Department that will best utilize human capital while proactively incorporating sustainability into the on-going work practices to meet the business objectives.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Encourage innovation, enhance employee motivation and support initiatives for implementation of Change Management to continuously improve operations and services.
• Propose improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with ISO standards in order to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the Department.

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability

• Support the institution of an HSE culture and ensure compliance with relevant HSE policies, procedures, systems & controls and applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines across the Department in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.
• Ensure adequate HSE training and induction for all Department employees to meet HSE standards.

Management Information Systems (MIS) and Report

• Prepare all Department MIS and progress reports to provide accurate and timely reports and necessary information to Company Management to effectively manage the business

COMMUNICATION & WORKING RELATIONSHIP

Internal

• Group Communications Executive Function
• Corporate Communications
• VP Communications (DM&T)
• Any other Directorate / Function, as required.

External

• Downstream Companies
• Media, external communication providers and development partners.
• External organizations, advertising agencies, or similar organizations regarding various communication initiatives.
• Government organizations and entities.
• Digital Communications / Marketing agencies and digital vendors.
• Social media companies.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, communications or equivalent.

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

• 15 years of experience, including 7 years of managerial experience

Professional Certifications

• N/A

CORE / TECHNICAL SKILLS

Stakeholder Management (L4), Communications Strategy (L4), Content Creation and Storytelling (L4), Media Relations and Monitoring (L4), Reputation Issues and Crisis Communication (L4), Stakeholder Communication and Analysis (L4), Risk Detection and Reputation Management (L4), Budgeting Software and Management (L4), Digital Media Management (L4), Online Communications (L4), AI Fluency (L3), AI-Driven Process Optimization (L4), Intelligent Data Interpretation (L4)