Policy, Planning & Communications Specialist

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international research university in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Policy, Planning & Communications Specialist. The successful candidate will manage communication plans and materials for the Saudi Initiatives Department, ensuring alignment with university standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and over 4 years of relevant experience, preferably in higher education. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to strategic planning and policy development.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in policy development and project oversight.
• Experience in higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support communications strategy for Saudi Initiatives.
• Oversee writing and editing of Department’s correspondence.
• Maintain KAUST branding and communications standards.
• Assist in the preparation of operational plans and reports.

Skills

Policy development

Project management

Excellent communication skills

Content editing

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, English, Journalism or related discipline

Job description

Policy, Planning & Communications Specialist

KAUST (King Abdullah University of Science and Technology) is seeking a Policy, Planning & Communications Specialist.

The successful candidate will oversee the Saudi Initiatives Department’s communication plans and material, including letters, reports, proposals, handbooks, and other documents, as well as website content. They will also oversee the development and writing of the Department’s policies and procedures and provide planning support by assisting in the conceptual design and operations review of various projects and initiatives.

Major Responsibilities

• Support the overall communications strategy of Saudi Initiatives.
• Prepare, edit and assist in the Department’s correspondence with the University’s internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee communications (content, procedures, editing and quality control), including emails, letters, reports, proposals, handbooks, and other documents, as well as website content.
• Work with the Communications Department to maintain KAUST branding and communications standards.
• Oversee the development and writing of the Department’s policies and procedures in a language and style which are clear and unambiguous.
• Ensure content is aligned with the KAUST template and guidelines for policy and procedure writing.
• Work with the Legal and HR departments and other policy proponents to secure agreement for recommended policy, ensuring compliance and alignment with KAUST policies.
• Benchmark with appropriate external reference organizations to achieve best practice and optimize the quality of the Department’s policies.
• Assist with Saudi Initiatives planning, including yearly planning and assigned programs/projects.
• Assist in the preparation of routine or special reports for management to review and approve.
• Assist in the preparation of the fiscal year operational plan.

Required Education and Experience

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, English, Journalism or a related discipline, and a minimum of 4 years of experience formally interacting with diverse constituencies and providing intelligent, well-supported information concerning policies, programs or cultural issues, preferably in a higher education environment.

Experience in policy development/writing and planning and overseeing projects and programs is also required.

About The Company

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is an international, graduate-level research university dedicated to inspiring a new age of scientific achievement in the Kingdom that will also benefit the region and the world.