General Manager of Corporate Communications

Carter Murray; Riyad Al Khabra; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A key government ministry in Saudi Arabia is seeking a seasoned communication leader to head its General Department of Corporate Communication. The role includes developing corporate communication strategy, managing media relations, and overseeing content across platforms. Candidates should have 13+ years of experience and a relevant degree. Strong leadership and strategic thinking are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 13 years of experience in corporate communication.
• At least 5 years in executive leadership roles.
• Proven expertise in strategic planning, media relations, crisis management, and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of communication policies and procedures.
• Manage media relations and crisis communication.
• Oversee stakeholder engagement and brand consistency.

Skills

Strategic planning

Media relations

Crisis management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Media, Communications, or a related field

Job description

A key government ministry in Saudi Arabia is seeking a seasoned communication leader to head its General Department of Corporate Communication. This strategic role will oversee all internal and external communication efforts, ensuring alignment with ministerial directives and enhancing the ministry’s public image.

The General Director will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive corporate communication strategy, managing media relations and crisis communication, and ensuring brand consistency across all platforms. The role involves close collaboration with internal departments, external stakeholders, and media organizations to drive impactful communication initiatives.

Key responsibilities include leading the development of communication policies and procedures, supervising content creation across digital and traditional media, monitoring departmental performance, and fostering innovation and excellence within the communication team. The role also includes managing stakeholder engagement, overseeing visual identity compliance, and ensuring effective internal communication systems.

Candidates must have a minimum of 13 years of experience in corporate communication, including at least 5 years in executive leadership roles. Proven expertise in strategic planning, media relations, crisis management, and stakeholder engagement is essential. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Media, Communications, or a related field is required, with professional certification in media or social communication preferred.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong leadership, strategic thinking, innovation, and effective communication skills. Technical competencies should include media campaign management, performance analysis, digital and traditional media handling, and protocol adherence.

Performance will be measured by achievement of strategic communication KPIs, stakeholder satisfaction, media response time during crises, and compliance with visual identity standards.

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