Manager - Corporate Communications Arabic speaker

Visa; Dubai; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a dynamic Corporate Communications Manager to drive external communication strategies across the GCC region. This role is pivotal in promoting the company's interests in Qatar and Kuwait, requiring a native Arabic speaker with a strong storytelling mindset. The ideal candidate will collaborate with various teams to enhance corporate reputation and manage diverse content across multiple channels. If you're a creative and energetic professional with a passion for strategic communication, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in public relations or communications.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute external communications strategies.
• Collaborate with business units on campaigns and communication plans.
• Manage budgets and ensure compliance with Visa policies.

Skills

Strategic Communication Planning

Storytelling

Project Management

Public Relations

B2B Communication

Data-driven Mindset

Interpersonal Skills

Creative Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

PhD

Job description

The Corporate Communications team in the GCC region is a strategic and high-performing function that reports to Visas CEMEA and Global Corporate Communications as well as local market leadership. It is our role to advance and protect Visa's reputation and drive business growth.

What a Corporate Communications Manager does at Visa:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Corporate Communications Manager to join our team. This person will be responsible for developing and executing Visa's external communications strategy to promote the company's interests, primarily in Qatar and Kuwait. The candidate will also support internal and client communications strategies specific to the GCC region. Native Arabic speaker is a must.

An ideal candidate is an experienced communications generalist who excels at working collaboratively but requires minimal supervision. The ideal candidate is curious, creative, has a strong storytelling mindset, and is a good writer and digital creator. They are energetic and strive to become a strategic business partner to other functional leads.

Responsibilities:

1. Proactively execute efficient and timely communication strategies aligned with regional business development priorities.
2. Translate business objectives into clear messages, develop narratives, define distribution strategies, and establish content schedules.
3. Develop diverse content including key messages, FAQs, videos, presentations, blogs, and articles, ensuring a steady flow across multiple channels.
4. Integrate content across internal and external platforms to engage employees and external stakeholders.
5. Collaborate with business units on campaigns and communication plans, coordinating with agencies and monitoring progress.
6. Foster effective B2B communication to position Visa as a leader in B2B sales, including thought leadership and industry advocacy.
7. Work with the Marketing team to align corporate communication and marketing programs leveraging Visa's assets.
8. Enhance Visa's corporate reputation in Qatar and Kuwait, measuring success through media coverage and perception audits.
9. Maintain relationships with journalists in business and IT media in Qatar and Kuwait.
10. Assist in crisis communication to protect Visa's reputation.
11. Manage budgets, scope of work requests, purchase orders, and ensure compliance with Visa policies.
12. Develop reports on content performance, insights, and improvements.

The role reports to the Senior Director of Corporate Communications for Visa in the GCC, based in Dubai, UAE.

This is a hybrid position. Days in office will be confirmed by the hiring manager.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree, or
• At least 2 years with an Advanced degree (e.g., Masters, MBA, JD, MD), or
• No experience with a PhD.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Over five years of experience in public relations within technology or financial services, with in-house or agency background.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Arabic. Proven ability to draft, edit, and proofread communication materials.
• Skills in strategic communication planning, insights, and measurable results.
• Experience delivering end-to-end strategic communication projects.
• Exceptional storytelling, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Good business acumen, understanding of payments, fintech, digital currency, crypto, and related fields.
• Data-driven mindset with attention to detail.
• Creative, curious, proactive, energetic, and self-motivated.
• Understanding of the sociopolitical landscape in the GCC.
• Experience in collaborative, results-oriented environments.
• Financial services or B2B experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of the payment ecosystem.
• Experience in financial budgeting.

Additional Information:

Visa is an EEO Employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. Visa also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with EEOC guidelines and local laws.

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time