Sr. Specialist Communications, PA & Sustainability

talabat; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online food delivery network is seeking a Communications, Public Affairs, and Corporate Responsibility Specialist in Dubai. The role involves drafting press releases, managing media outreach, and liaising with government entities. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and excellent English communication skills. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and features a collaborative work environment with various amenities.

Benefits

Monthly talabat credit

Parental leave

Sponsored healthcare

Gym membership

Wellbeing and music rooms

Discounts at cafe

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in Communications and/or Public Relations.
• Agency or in-house experience is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills; Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for Communications and Public Affairs initiatives.
• Draft and edit press releases and media materials.
• Build relationships with key media contacts in the UAE.
• Monitor media coverage and prepare reports.
• Coordinate with government entities and strategic partners.

Skills

Communications

Public Affairs

Corporate Responsibility

Journalism

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Job description

Job Description

As a Communications, Public Affairs, and Corporate Responsibility Specialist, this role will support the department across these three functions, reporting to the local Head of Department. The role involves working closely with team members and liaising with the regional team.

• Provide day-to-day support for Communications, Public Affairs, and Corporate Responsibility initiatives.
• Draft and edit press releases, media alerts, briefing documents, and other key communications.
• Support media outreach, including pitching stories, coordinating interviews, and managing follow-ups.
• Build relationships with key media contacts in the UAE.
• Monitor daily media coverage and prepare monthly media reports.
• Align with the marketing department on Communications, Public Affairs, and Corporate Responsibility initiatives.
• Monitor news in the UAE and relevant industry updates; share daily updates with the team.
• Support research, content drafting, and presentation preparation.
• Coordinate with government entities, regulators, and strategic partners for ongoing initiatives and events.
• Prepare briefing materials, talking points, and reports for meetings with external stakeholders and public sector partners.
• Track and report on policy updates, regulatory developments, and government initiatives impacting the business or industry.
• Provide on-ground support for Public Affairs and Corporate Responsibility events, coordinating with partners, vendors, and government entities.
• Assist in planning, reporting, and executing charity campaigns and CSR initiatives.
• Maintain and share updated trackers and reporting dashboards for Corporate Responsibility.
• Organize files, update trackers, and document meeting minutes across all three functions.
• Coordinate with external suppliers and the finance department for timely payments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in Communications and/or Public Relations, preferably with exposure to Public Policy and Corporate Responsibility.
• Agency experience or in-house exposure is preferred.
• Qualifications or experience in Journalism, Public Affairs, Communications, and Events.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills; Arabic is a plus.
• Proactive attitude with a strong sense of ownership.
• Ability to work collaboratively and foster positive relationships.
• Highly organized with multitasking skills.
• Passionate about learning and making a difference.

Additional Information

As part of the talabat team:

• Work in our collaborative space at City Walk.
• Opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.
• Monthly talabat credit to spend in the app.
• Parental leave.
• Be part of a diverse, cross-cultural team working in the fast-growing online food delivery network.
• Enjoy amenities like fresh fruits, cereals, beverages, tea, discounts at the cafe, wellbeing and music rooms, and views of Dubai Downtown Skyline.
• Sponsored healthcare and gym membership.