Manager - External Communications

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

Job summary

A leading airport authority in the UAE seeks a Communications Specialist. You will be responsible for managing Arabic media relations, executing media strategies, and ensuring effective communication. The ideal candidate has 7–10 years of experience in communications with a strong grasp of public relations and a degree in a relevant field. A good understanding of the regional media landscape and excellent Arabic language skills are essential. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering exceptional airport experiences.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in a communications role.
• Experience in public relations, advertising, and social media.
• Comprehensive understanding of the UAE and GCC media landscape.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and evaluate Arabic media relations programmes.
• Monitor and respond to Arabic media enquiries.
• Develop targeted media strategies and build relationships with the press.

Skills

Arabic media relations

Crisis communications

Digital and social media management

Public relations

Content development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications or related field

Job description

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

Job Info

• Job Identification 25000501
• Posting Date 01/09/2026, 09:14 AM
• Apply Before 01/16/2026, 09:14 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Dubai International Airport, 2525, AE