Strategic PR Director: Brand Reputation & Media Mastery

Tafaul; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 500,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare stipend

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Tafaul seeks an experienced Public Relations Director to lead its PR function, strengthen client relationships, and oversee integrated PR strategies in Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on crisis management, media relations, and corporate communications while guiding a cross-functional team to deliver impactful campaigns.

Ideal candidates bring 8–10 years in PR, 3+ years in leadership, and fluency in Arabic and English to manage client accounts and build strong media connections.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of PR and communications experience.
• 3+ years in a managerial or leadership position.
• Experience in media relations and crisis communications.
• Strong client account management and strategic campaigns.
• Excellent Arabic and English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive PR strategies aligned with objectives.
• Lead and manage PR campaigns with measurable results.
• Build and maintain relationships with media, journalists, and stakeholders.
• Oversee media relations, releases, coverage, and announcements.
• Develop crisis communication plans and manage reputational risks.
• Lead corporate communications strategies and messaging.
• Manage client relationships and satisfaction across PR projects.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the PR team.
• Monitor media coverage, sentiment, and campaign performance.
• Coordinate with content, creative, digital marketing, and BD teams.
• Manage departmental budgets, resources, and KPIs.
• Identify opportunities to enhance market presence and reputation.

Skills

Public relations leadership

Media relations

Crisis communications

Stakeholder management

Client relationship management

Strategic communication

Team leadership

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Bilingual English/Arabic communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field

Job description

Tafaul seeks an experienced Public Relations Director to lead its PR function, strengthen client relationships, and oversee integrated PR strategies in Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on crisis management, media relations, and corporate communications while guiding a cross-functional team to deliver impactful campaigns.

Ideal candidates bring 8–10 years in PR, 3+ years in leadership, and fluency in Arabic and English to manage client accounts and build strong media connections.