Publications Specialist-Editor

Zayed University; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Publications Specialist to enhance its visibility through impactful content creation. This role involves collaborating with various departments to produce engaging publications, managing website content in both English and Arabic, and supporting events with creative materials. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public relations and content development, along with excellent bilingual communication skills. Join a dynamic team that values creativity and innovation, and enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes tax-free salaries, housing allowances, and educational subsidies. If you're passionate about storytelling and making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Cash housing allowance

Furniture allowance

Annual vacation

Airline tickets for employee and family

Educational subsidies for children

Healthcare for employee and family

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in public relations or content creation.
• Must have strong command of English and Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Develop content for institutional publications and digital platforms.
• Edit and proofread publications and website content in both languages.

Skills

Public Relations

Content Creation

Editing

Proofreading

Bilingual (English & Arabic)

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Graphic Design Software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Description

The Opportunity
Government Communication Department seeks an incumbent for the position of Publications Specialist to provide oversight and content creation for the production of publications and other materials that give information about and create visibility for Zayed University in English and Arabic both for digital and print.

The Responsibilities

1. Under the direction of the Marketing and Publications manager, works closely with individual University departments, colleges, and units to develop content of main ZU institutional publications (such as college brochures, student and faculty handbooks, catalog, etc.) and non-institutional publications.
2. Reviews, edits, and proofreads digital and print publications.
3. Reviews, edits, and updates ZU's website content in Arabic and English as and when needed.
4. Provides publications support for events by creating content for invitations, programs, advertisements, videos, web content, etc., and coordinating design.
5. Assists the Web Content Developer in monitoring and creating content for the University website (Arabic & English).
6. Drafts required MPD related policies in line with ZU's policies and procedures.
7. Drafts required MPD related digital strategies and Media/Marketing plans in line with ZU's mission and objectives.
8. Coordinates with ZU's Media team to generate web-friendly news articles based on published press releases in Arabic & English.
9. Creates content for social media posts and digital platforms.

The Requirements
Must possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution. A minimum of 4 years experience in public relations, publications, content, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, skill, or experience. Must have superior command of both written and oral English & Arabic.

Desired or Preferred Requirements
Experience in a university environment is a plus.
Knowledge of graphic design software is a plus.
Highly computer literate with strong knowledge of MS Office suite.

The Benefits
The University's benefits package is highly attractive with competitive salaries free of tax in the U.A.E. Cash housing, a furniture allowance, annual vacation, airline tickets for the employee and immediate family, educational subsidies for children, and healthcare is provided to the employee and sponsored family members.

While we appreciate all applications, you will be contacted only if you are selected for an interview.

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