Strategic Communications & Public Engagement Director

Foreground LLC; Doha; On-site; QAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Foreground LLC is partnering with a national cultural and heritage institution in Qatar to appoint a Director of Communications & Public Engagement, based in Doha. The role leads a comprehensive strategy to amplify the institution's voice, values, and visibility across exhibitions, education initiatives, and diplomatic programming.

The ideal candidate will bring senior communications leadership, fluency in Arabic and English, and a deep understanding of Qatari culture and soft power.

Qualifications

• 1215 years of senior communications experience, preferably within public institutions, cultural entities, or diplomatic settings in the GCC.
• Strong media network and experience navigating both Arabic and English-language press landscapes.
• Proven ability to lead public engagement strategies that balance institutional positioning with community inclusion.
• Fluent in Arabic and English, with strong writing and presentation skills in both languages.
• Deep understanding of Qatari cultural values, soft power strategy, and national brand priorities.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement an integrated communications strategy covering media relations, public affairs, social media, and stakeholder engagement in line with institutional goals and national positioning.
• Serve as the official spokesperson when required, managing all public statements, media briefings, and editorial outreach.
• Oversee the production of high-quality content, press materials, publications, and campaigns across digital and traditional channels.
• Drive national and regional community engagement initiatives, including school partnerships, public programming, and audience-building strategies.
• Work closely with internal departments and external consultants to align messaging across exhibitions, knowledge platforms, and international collaborations.
• Build and lead a communications team, including public relations, social media, translation, and editorial content functions.
• Ensure communication efforts are culturally sensitive, protocol-compliant, and aligned with Qatari values and government standards.
• Advise executive leadership on communication risk, reputational strategy, and stakeholder perception.

Skills

Senior communications leadership

Media relations

Public diplomacy

Stakeholder engagement

Arabic & English writing

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Communications

Job description

Foreground LLC is partnering with a national cultural and heritage institution in Qatar to appoint a Director of Communications & Public Engagement, based in Doha. The role leads a comprehensive strategy to amplify the institution's voice, values, and visibility across exhibitions, education initiatives, and diplomatic programming.

The ideal candidate will bring senior communications leadership, fluency in Arabic and English, and a deep understanding of Qatari culture and soft power.