Senior Manager - Strategic Project Communications & Public Affairs

Remote DXB; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Emirates Nature-WWF is seeking a senior communications leader to drive strategic communications and external engagement in the UAE. You will translate technical conservation work into accessible content while shaping messaging for executives and public affairs.

Authenticity, cross‑functional collaboration, and strong relationships with government bodies, NGOs, and partners are essential. Fluency in English and Arabic is required to write, edit, and translate effectively.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of professional experience in strategic communications, public affairs, or PR.
• Fluency in English and Arabic (essential for writing, editing, and translation).
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience delivering integrated communications strategies and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience managing external agencies and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and digital communications platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of strategic communications and external engagement agendas.
• Translate complex conservation programmes and technical information into engaging communications.
• Develop integrated communications campaigns to inspire behavioural change and public participation.
• Partner with senior leadership to develop consistent messaging for executive communications and public affairs.
• Build and maintain relationships with government entities, corporate partners, and international NGOs.
• Manage communications budgets, resources, and external agencies.
• Monitor reputation and implement crisis communication plans when required.
• Oversee brand positioning and visual identity across all external channels.

Skills

Strategic communications

Public affairs

Public relations

Bilingual English/Arabic

Stakeholder engagement

Digital platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/PR/Journalism/Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of strategic communications and external engagement agendas
• Translate complex conservation programmes and technical information into engaging communications
• Develop integrated communications campaigns to inspire behavioural change and public participation
• Partner with senior leadership to develop consistent messaging for executive communications and public affairs
• Build and maintain relationships with government entities, corporate partners, and international NGOs
• Manage communications budgets, resources, and external agencies
• Monitor reputation and implement crisis communication plans when required
• Oversee brand positioning and visual identity across all external channels

Requirements

• 8–10 years of professional experience in strategic communications, public affairs, or PR
• Fluency in English and Arabic (essential for writing, editing, and translation)
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field
• Proven experience delivering integrated communications strategies and stakeholder engagement
• Experience managing external agencies and cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and digital communications platforms

Preferred Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline
• Experience working within an international NGO or the sustainability/environmental sector
• Experience supporting senior leadership through executive communications
• Familiarity with Generative AI and emerging digital technologies for content development

About the Company

Emirates Nature-WWF is a UAE environmental non-governmental charity established in 2001. Working in association with WWF, the organization is dedicated to biodiversity conservation, habitat protection, and sustainable development within the United Arab Emirates.