Manager, External Communications

ADNOC (Abu Dhabi National Oil Company); United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

ADNOC Drilling is seeking a senior professional to lead external communications and advocacy. The role focuses on formulating strategies, supervising events, and coordinating with ADNOC HQ and business lines to enhance the company’s standing with external stakeholders.

The position requires a Bachelor degree in Communications/PR/Jounalism, 12 years of experience including 4 at national level, and strong English and Arabic language skills. The role includes budget oversight and staff development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Communications/PR/Journalism or equivalent.
• 12 years of relevant experience including 4 years at national level for large organizations.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in English and Arabic (spoken and written).
• Computer literate.

Responsibilities

• Develops external communications and advocacy strategies for ADNOC Drilling.
• Oversees external Major events, exhibitions, seminars, and official gatherings.
• Aligns external communications with ADNOC Drilling objectives and vision.
• Leads and manages the External Communications Department staff.
• Maintains and manages the department budget and related processes.
• Maintains and updates websites, databases, and knowledge management systems.

Skills

Excellent communication

Bilingual English/Arabic

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor degree in Communications/PR/Journalism

Job description

Job Purpose

Manage and supervise, under the guidance and direct supervision of Division VP, the formulation and implementation of the external communications and advocacy strategies to increase the standing and awareness of ADNOC Drilling with all external stakeholders. Promote a client-oriented approach in ADNOC Drilling. Manage and direct company’s external Major events, exhibitions, seminars, official gathering and meetings. Align external communication initiatives in ADNOC Drilling to promote ADNOC vision. Manage external communication consistency and ensure external strategy reflects the company objectives and goals. Dedicate 60% of the incumbent’s time on managing the external communication needs of the ADNOC Drilling and supervise staff of the External Communications Department.

Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 1)

• Develops messages, content and narratives for external use, focused on the ADNOC Drilling businessactivities and achievements; ensures consistency and full sign off of relevant SMEs seniorcommunications.
• Seeks out ADNOC stories and pitch communications content to ADNOC HQ. Develops specializedbusiness content.
• Effectively supports Group communications to address day-to-day media inquiries(national\international) by ensuring full connectivity with ADNOC drilling SVPs and VPs and closelyliaising with ADNOC business line communications.
• Prepares ADNOC Drilling CEO for any external communications to protect ADNOC; ensures alignmentin close collaboration with ADNOC business line communications.
• Develops English and Arabic content for digital\print and social media and ensure ADNOC approvaland supports the roll out and implementation of the revised brand guidelines and unified website acrossthe ADNOC Group.
• Identifies IC\brand leads in ADNOC Drilling to work closely with the ADNOC brand team on all relatedissues and communication.
• Coordinates with ADNOC HQ on external events focusing on brand management and promotion ofADNOC Drilling in ADIPEC, OTC, SOGA, etc.
• Formulates an external communication strategy and visibility plans tightly linked to ADNOC Drillingpriorities in ways to help position the company as a leader in the industry, boost demand for variousservice lines and increase overall business opportunities.
• Lead the creation and implementation of external communications and advocacy strategies, support tobusiness development.
• Supervise the elaboration and implementation of media and events activities.
• Initiate activities judged as beneficial to the company, its staff or which may enhance the companyimage and sale of its services.
• Manage and direct the company’s external Major events, exhibitions, seminars, official gathering andmeetings.
• Supervise maintenance of websites, databases and knowledge management systems.
• Facilitate knowledge building and knowledge sharing among external stakeholders.
• Manage the provision of information for elaboration of ADNOC Drilling management communicationsand outreach strategy based on the external communications strategy.
• Oversee the development of communication materials for marketing and awareness-raising campaigns,including briefing materials, press releases, Q&As, press conferences, briefing sessions, interviews,etc.
• Facilitate and manage the external communication process on the organizational level and with regardsto the communication processes and procedures with external parties.
• Align external communications initiatives to positively promote brand and messages to all coreaudiences externally.
• Lead team members of the External Communications Department to execute all externalcommunication and production activities.
• Develop and manage the External Communications Department budget.
• Institute personal and professional development programmes and initiatives for staff.
• Cultivate proactive relationships with external stakeholders’ organisations that will promote the workand reputation.
• Maintain documentation of standardized communications processes, policies and manuals.
• Comply with all UAE, ADNOC, ADNOC Drilling and client Asset Integrity Management codes ofpractice.

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor Degree in Communication/Public Relations, Journalism or equivalent.

Minimum Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• 12 years of relevant experience, out of which 4 years at the national level in providing communicationpackages to promote the activities of prestigious/large scale organization.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good knowledge of spoken and written English and Arabic.
• Must be computer literate.

Professional Certifications

• As applicable