Strategic PR & Communications Lead, MENA/GCC

Asharq; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Asharq is seeking a senior communications professional to lead strategic PR and corporate messaging from its UAE base. The role requires coordinating across Editorial, Digital, and Marketing teams to ensure consistent narratives and timely responses in Arabic and English.

You will manage crisis communication, build media relations, and represent Asharq at key industry events, while aligning with regional objectives in the GCC and broader markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 7–10 years of experience in corporate communications or PR in media, news, or broadcasting.
• Proven PR campaigns management and multi-market media relations experience in GCC/MENA.
• Excellent bilingual Arabic & English communication skills, written and verbal.
• Strong regional media landscape knowledge and crisis management capability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement PR strategies to elevate Asharq’s visibility in MENA and international markets.
• Maintain narrative consistency across Editorial, Digital and Marketing teams.
• Draft corporate messages, press releases, statements, and media responses in Arabic and English.
• Support crisis communication and reputation management with timely, accurate messaging.
• Build strong journalist relations and oversee press materials, media kits, and reports.

Skills

Bilingual AR/EN

Crisis management

Executive communications

Brand reputation

Corporate communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/PR

Master’s preferred

Tools

MS Office

Media monitoring tools

Job description

Asharq is seeking a senior communications professional to lead strategic PR and corporate messaging from its UAE base. The role requires coordinating across Editorial, Digital, and Marketing teams to ensure consistent narratives and timely responses in Arabic and English.

You will manage crisis communication, build media relations, and represent Asharq at key industry events, while aligning with regional objectives in the GCC and broader markets.