Manager - Corporate Communications (UAEN Talent Pool)

Dubai World Trade Centre; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the UAE is seeking a seasoned professional in corporate communications. This role involves supporting the corporate brand through strategic media relations, managing publicity campaigns, and crafting compelling Arabic content. You will collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance the organization's positioning and execute effective internal communications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public relations, excellent writing skills in Arabic, and the ability to thrive under pressure. Join a dynamic team and contribute to impactful communications within a vibrant environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in corporate communications or media roles.
• Strong command of Arabic with journalistic writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Support corporate communications and manage publicity campaigns.
• Draft and review Arabic content for corporate communications.
• Liaise with stakeholders for integrated communications.

Skills

Corporate Communications

Media Relations

Public Relations Management

Content Creation

Event Management

Bilingual Communication (Arabic & English)

Project Management

Education

University Degree in Media/Public Relations

Diploma from Chartered Institute of Public Relations

Job description

Core Duties & Responsibilities
Corporate Communications Venues, Real Estate & Free Zone, Events Management + Internal Communications
- Support corporate communications team across the corporate brand (i.e. DWTC) which primarily extends across stakeholders related to venues, commercial real estate, free zone operations and event management
- Assist with annual planning, scheduling and management of corporate-wide publicity campaigns, media activities, news releases, press conferences and DWTC management interviews across all media channels
- Liaise with key stakeholders (internal and external) to further develop and evolve DWTC's positioning and communications via integrated comms
- Work closely with HR and other BUs to execute and implement DWTC's internal communications program
Core PR/Media Management
- Assist with planning and development of editorial content across cyclical PR and publicity activity calendars for all business units
- Ensure media are given accurate and appropriate information, and coordinate media interviews for key stakeholders
- Assist with PR Agency management on an ongoing basis to develop and implement PR campaigns in line with business unit goals and deliverables
Core Content Management
- Draft, edit and review Arabic corporate communications content for including press content
- Provide assistance to designated spokespeople on interviews from Arabic language media during press conferences or events managed by DWTC, as well as media-related content for our corporate business units
- Review content submission by agency partners and deliver final output in-line with DWTC standards and business requirements
Operating Environment
- The role requires the ability to work effectively when under time bound pressures, deadlines and to deliver quick turn-around times
- Strong communication skills, able to multi-task, attention to detail and flexibility with work hours especially during events season
- The individual would benefit from past working experience in working with Dubai Government entities requiring them to be adaptable and flexible to navigate changing circumstances and situations
Formal Education
- University degree holder in Media Public Relations or Communications
- Diploma or Certification from related professional bodies (e.g. Chartered Institute of Public Relations) would be preferred
Work Experience
- Minimum of 5-year cumulative professional work experience in corporate communications, media or public relations management role
- Minimum of 2-3 years experience with a leading public relations agency, consultancy or a similar communications position held within a related industry
- Past work experience in Dubai or Abu Dhabi is preferred, with past exposure to the GCC region being required
- Proven achievement with integrated public relations and publicity
- Experience with operational publics relations and protocol management such as official openings and inaugurations, guided media tours, press and media office operations
- Past role and experience with integrated public relations campaigns and projects involving non-traditional social and digital content platforms would be preferred
Skills & Knowledge
- Knowledge and/or relationships with the international, regional media networks as well as the leading local mainstream broadcast, print/digital news media
- Excellent command of written Arabic language with experience in journalistic/creative communications writing Should have excellent oral and written communications skills
- It is expected that the candidate will have a strong interest in current events, the ability to work well under daily deadlines and experience with working under pressure
- Excellent knowledge of the structure and content of the Arabic language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar etc
- Proven track record for creating and carrying out event communications, plans and publicity campaigns
- Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media
- Experience in handling media crises and directing a public relations agency's efforts
- Strong research, writing, editing and client interaction skills are pre-requisites
- High level of detail orientation, organization and project management is critical