Strategic Communications Lead - Media & Storytelling

Employment; Doha; On-site; QAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) invites applications for a Communications Specialist to craft, copywrite and translate UDST content across multiple channels, ensuring a consistent tone and messaging. The role emphasizes media relations, publications, and press releases to raise UDST's profile.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Marketing and Communications, at least 5 years in communications, and fluency in English and Arabic.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Communications is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Communications or related field.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Create, copywrite and translate UDST content for channels.
• Distribute UDST news, publications and information across media platforms.
• Write and distribute copy for publications, marketing and press releases.
• Maintain relationships with media stakeholders for coverage and promotion.
• Coordinate responses to media requests for interviews, photos and information.
• Support media training for senior management and Academic Staff as needed.
• Assist in researching and writing speaking notes for executives and external guests.
• Liaise with business units to share information and identify positive stories.

Skills

Copywriting

Content creation

Media relations

Bilingual English/Arabic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Communications

Job description

University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) invites applications for a Communications Specialist to craft, copywrite and translate UDST content across multiple channels, ensuring a consistent tone and messaging. The role emphasizes media relations, publications, and press releases to raise UDST's profile.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Marketing and Communications, at least 5 years in communications, and fluency in English and Arabic.