News Analyst

Jobs for Humanity; Dammam; On-site; SAR 224,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational organization in energy is seeking a News Analyst in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. The role includes monitoring media coverage, preparing reports, and managing media inquiries, requiring a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience. Proficiency in Arabic and English is essential. The organization values analytical skills and flexibility during crisis events.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in media monitoring or related discipline.
• Proactive team player with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor media coverage using specialized software.
• Prepare and distribute detailed media reports.
• Manage incoming media inquiries effectively.
• Support during crisis situations.

Skills

Media analysis

Communication skills

Data analytics

Crisis management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Job description

A multinational organization operating at the forefront of energy innovation is hiring News Analyst. This role involves conducting in-depth media analysis, and coordinating with agencies, media relations teams, and relevant internal stakeholders when required.

Responsibilities

• Use specialized software to continuously monitor media coverage, including industry-specific topics such as oil and gas, as well as broader news.
• Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports summarizing media mentions and providing analytical insights.
• Create customized, ad-hoc media analysis reports in response to crises, emerging issues, or special requests.
• Manage incoming media inquiries efficiently, ensuring accurate tracking and logging in close collaboration with the Media Relations team and other relevant parties.
• Provide support during crisis situations in alignment with the organization’s crisis communications manual.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, Data Analytics, Information Technology, Computer & Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in media monitoring or a related discipline.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities; must be a proactive team player with strong analytical skills, the ability to manage stress, and flexibility to adapt during crisis events.
• Native-level proficiency in Arabic and fluent professional proficiency in English (both written and spoken).
• Familiarity with the news media landscape and knowledge of the broader energy sector is an advantage.
  
  

Location

• Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
  
  

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.