Manager - External Communications

Dubai International Airport; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A major international airport in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Manager for External Communications. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing Arabic media relations, executing strategic communications initiatives, and ensuring effective messaging across various platforms. With 7-10 years of experience in communications, preferably in aviation, the role requires excellent Arabic language skills and a solid understanding of regional media dynamics. Join us to contribute to delivering outstanding airport experiences.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in a communications role, ideally within airport or aviation.
• Excellent business level written/spoken Arabic.
• Good understanding of regional media and contacts.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute Arabic media relations programmes.
• Manage Arabic media enquiries and respond accordingly.
• Draft speeches and prepare senior leadership for media engagements.

Skills

Arabic media relations

Crisis communications

Social media management

Content coordination

Public relations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications

Job description

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Manager - External Communications

Revenue. Reputation. Relationships with 1300 organisations. Our team’s task is as challenging as it is complex. They develop the revenue that drives our profitability, funds future development and improves customer service. From flights to fuel, parking to property leasing, and in-flight meals to landside lattes, they make the best of every revenue stream through fresh service propositions.

What you’ll deliver

• You will plan, execute, and evaluate Arabic media relations programmes, including senior executive interviews, translations and Arabisation, crisis communications, Arabic social media management, internal capability building, and cross-departmental content coordination.
• You will lead senior-level Arabic media management by developing targeted media strategies, building strong relationships with regional and international Arab press, securing positive coverage, and mitigating potential reputational risks.
• You will monitor, manage, and respond to Arabic media enquiries, ensure alignment with Dubai Airports’ corporate policies and reputation, deliver consistent messaging, and act as an official Arabic spokesperson.
• You will manage Arabic content development by drafting speeches and press materials, preparing senior leadership for media engagements, overseeing translation quality, and ensuring optimal coverage of Dubai Airports’ products and services across internal and external channels.
• You will design and deliver Arabic media strategies and campaigns, including digital and social media monitoring and reporting, press conferences, media tours, spokesperson preparation, campaign execution, and supervision of media events and coordination teams.

What you bring

• You’ll be educated to a Bachelors Degree level in a Communications related field.
• You should have 7–10 years of experience in a communications role, preferably within an airport, aviation, or agency environment, including 3–5 years of relevant experience across public relations, advertising, publishing, and social media platforms.
• You’ll have comprehensive experience in the aviation or hospitality industry or working in a complex, cross-functional service-oriented organization.
• You’ll have excellent business level written/spoken Arabic, suitable for variety of audiences.
• You’ll have a good understanding of the regional (UAE and GCC) media, and media contacts.

Life at Dubai Airports

Fast-moving and fast-growing, Dubai Airports is a business that’s all about delivering great airport experiences, 24 hours a day. Life here means always pushing – and being pushed – to work better and smarter. With us, you’ll be encouraged to be the best you can be. You’ll be part of the team that connects the world. And at every opportunity, you’ll go beyond; delivering an advanced, innovative future for yourself and our business, and making an impact that delivers for Dubai