Technology Narrative Specialist

Aramco Overseas Company UK Ltd; Dhahran Compound; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Technology Narrative Specialist to enhance their engagement through strategic insights and narratives. This pivotal role involves crafting compelling content that aligns with the company's R&D initiatives on low-carbon energy technologies. You will collaborate with diverse teams, monitor industry trends, and develop communication strategies that resonate with both national and international stakeholders. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for sustainability and effective communication, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in strategic communication within energy or petrochemicals.
• Strong analytical skills and understanding of energy transition trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop technology narratives and engaging content for various platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive messaging.

Skills

Strategic Communication

Content Development

Analytical Skills

Public Affairs

Geopolitics Understanding

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Advanced Degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Technology Narrative Specialist to join our Technology Outlook & Strategy Division within our Technology Strategy & Planning Department (TSPD).

TSPD's mission is to provide high-impact leadership and support across the technology life-cycle, from strategy setting to value realization and sustainable growth, and partner with corporate and business stakeholders to integrate new technologies into the company's strategies and investment plans.

Your primary role is to develop strategic insights and narratives that promote the Company's R&D and technology portfolio, ensuring messaging aligns with national and international stakeholders and the Company's stance on energy transition technologies. You will also be responsible for writing insightful reports on emerging and disruptive low-carbon energy and digital technologies, developing digital content and presentations, supporting communication strategies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver effective messaging on technology.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop the company's technology narratives to enhance engagement by crafting technical briefs, insights, and key messaging on emerging low-carbon energy and digital technologies.
2. Create engaging content such as press releases, blogs, reports, newsletters, and social media posts explaining the company's R&D on low-carbon energy technologies and sustainability initiatives.
3. Develop critical content and technical talking points for senior executives for engagements at national and international events related to the energy industry and energy transition, translating technical content for non-expert audiences.
4. Organize and participate in conferences, workshops, and forums to promote the company's position in R&D and low-carbon energy technologies.
5. Collaborate with engineers, scientists, economists, and project managers to ensure consistent messaging and provide communication training to technical teams.
6. Monitor industry trends, public opinion, and policy changes related to low-carbon energy to stay ahead of developments and advise leadership on aligning communication strategies.
7. Respond to critical requests promptly, aligning efforts with broader marketing and PR strategies to ensure cohesive messaging.

Minimum Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Strategic Communications, Energy and Policy Journalism, or related field. An advanced degree is preferred.
2. Minimum of 10 years' experience in strategic communication and public affairs within the energy or petrochemicals industry, management consulting, or international media.
3. Strong analytical skills with the ability to address complex challenges, and a good understanding of energy transition trends and geopolitics' impact on energy markets.
4. Strategic thinker with a deep understanding of technical aspects of global energy markets, low-carbon technologies, and effective communication strategies.
5. Confidence, integrity, collaboration skills, and ability to work with senior executives and meet deadlines.
6. Self-starter with an engaging attitude, social media savvy, and content development skills.