Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage comprehensive communication strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Maintain relationships with communication agencies and advisors in target markets.
• Manage a 12-month pipeline of press releases, events, and media engagements.
• Draft and review media releases, crisis statements, fact sheets, and speaking notes.
• Oversee creation and review of Arabic content, particularly during crisis scenarios.
• Coordinate with PR agencies, media outlets, and journalists to enhance visibility.
• Conduct media briefings and act as company spokesperson when required.
• Organize and manage events, sponsorships, and executive engagements.
• Monitor and report on communications activities, media coverage, and sentiment.
• Develop and implement crisis communication plans to protect company reputation.
• Ensure alignment and consistency of messaging across all channels.
• Manage communications budgets and coordinate with other departments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
• Minimum of 5+ years in PR/communications management roles.
• Strong background in industries such as aviation, travel, hospitality, telecommunications, or FMCG.
• Excellent knowledge of media relations, crisis communication, and external communications strategies.
• Strong leadership, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Creative thinker with the ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Bilingual proficiency (Arabic & English) is required.