210 Strategic Communications jobs in the United Arab Emirates

We are seeking a skilled Communications Specialist to lead our PR efforts. This individual will drive strategic communications to enhance our reputation and projects across key stakeholders.

• Develop and implement comprehensive PR strategies and plans.
• Manage media relations initiatives, including press conferences and launches.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure cohesive brand messaging.
• Lead creation of all PR content, including press releases and feature articles.
• Oversee development of marketing materials, including newsletters and social media posts.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of the industry, and the ability to think strategically.

• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Ability to develop and implement PR strategies.
• Experience managing media relations initiatives.
• Collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of marketing principles and practices.

Our company offers a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.

If you are a motivated and experienced PR professional, please submit your application.

We are seeking a seasoned Public Relations expert to spearhead our public relations initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to craft compelling narratives and analyze complex data for actionable insights.

• Develop and implement effective public relations strategies that align with business objectives
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and press
• Collaborate with sales teams to create mutually beneficial proposals that drive revenue growth
• Monitor project teams to ensure seamless execution of contracts
• Leverage customer and competitor data to derive valuable insights and inform strategic business decisions

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as public relations, journalism, communications, English, or marketing
• Proven experience in managing high-profile events and developing strategic partnerships

The successful candidate will work in a professional office setting, utilizing standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

As a member of the Corporate Communications team, you will play a critical role in advancing and protecting Visa's reputation while driving business growth in Qatar and Kuwait.

1. Develop and execute external communications strategies to promote Visa's interests in the GCC region.
2. Support internal and client communications strategies specific to the region.
3. Proactively execute efficient and timely communication strategies aligned with regional business development priorities.
4. Translate business objectives into clear messages, develop narratives, define distribution strategies, and establish content schedules.
5. Develop diverse content including key messages, FAQs, videos, presentations, blogs, and articles, ensuring a steady flow across multiple channels.
6. Collaborate with business units on campaigns and communication plans, coordinating with agencies and monitoring progress.
7. Foster effective B2B communication to position Visa as a leader in sales, including thought leadership and industry advocacy.
8. Enhance Visa's reputation in the region, measuring success through media coverage and perception audits.
9. Maintain relationships with journalists in business and IT media in the region.
10. Assist in crisis communication to protect Visa's reputation.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of the GCC region and its business landscape.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful communications strategies.

Benefits:

• A challenging and rewarding role that contributes to the success of our business.
• The opportunity to work with a dynamic and experienced team.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Join us in this exciting opportunity to be part of a talented team of professionals who share your passion for strategic communications. Apply today!

This is a senior-level position that oversees all public relations activities, including strategy development and campaign coordination.

Responsibilities include creating press releases, managing media inquiries, organizing events, and providing advice on communication matters.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in public relations and/or communications, excellent English language skills, and strong interpersonal abilities to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders effectively.

As the successful Public Relations Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing effective public relations strategies, enhancing the company's image and reputation, and fostering positive relationships with external sources.

Additional responsibilities include monitoring media coverage, analyzing feedback, and recommending improvements to public relations activities.

Ultimately, this role requires a highly skilled professional who can provide strategic guidance, creative solutions, and exceptional communication skills to drive business success.

Purpose of the Position:

The role is responsible for developing and implementing communication plans aligned with Masdar's overall strategy, with a strong focus on financial priorities. The successful candidate will contribute to creating yearlong communications plans using various tactics across traditional and digital media channels.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic communications campaigns to achieve key objectives.
• Create timely and accurate content to ensure effective messaging across all channels.
• Work closely with stakeholder outreach teams to encourage advocacy and ensure key messages are communicated effectively.
• Develop an appropriate messaging framework and relevant proof points that align with Masdar's financial priorities.
• Support the development of a range of communications materials, including website content, press releases, flyers, brochures, and social media posts.
• Develop briefing documents and talking points for key spokespeople.
• Oversee video content, including storyboarding and messaging.
• Support the wider team in developing a monthly newsletter by sharing insights, collating video testimonials, and assisting with outreach efforts.

Delivering Content:

• Build and maintain relationships with local and regional media outlets to support communications objectives.
• Assess and recommend incoming media inquiries and opportunities.
• Oversee hosted media programs.
• Proactively pitch announcements and media interviews.
• Prepare written responses to media questions.
• Develop compelling media pitches to target journalists.
• Collate and analyze media coverage.
• Identify media opportunities and implement campaigns around key programs and issues.

Managing Stakeholders and Third-Party Service Providers:

• Ensure smooth management of service level providers to guarantee quality and timely services.
• Manage key relationships and negotiations with internal and external stakeholders to secure favorable deals and agreements that safeguard Masdar's best interests.

Qualifications and Skills:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in journalism, mass communication, or a related field from a top-tier internationally recognized institution.
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, mass communication, or a related discipline.

Preferred Experience:

• 6-8 years of experience in corporate communications and content development, with a proven track record in managing teams delivering content in challenging environments.

Key Skills:

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good knowledge of financial transactions and regulatory reporting.
• Strong understanding of project management and complexity challenges.
• Knowledge of marketing trends and diverse communications media.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent computer literacy and organizational skills.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Strategic Communications Expert to join our team. This is a high-level position responsible for developing and overseeing the Corporate Communications Strategy.

The role requires building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, supporting external communications activities, and leading the Strategic Communications vertical for the organization.

• Develop and oversee the Corporate Communications Strategy and delivery of all external communication functions.
• Lead the Strategic Communications vertical for the organization and its related portfolio of assets and projects.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and support all external communications activities as required.

• Responsible for leadership positioning and content development for senior leaders.
• Executes content development needs, reviews, and edits external content such as public domain reports, speeches, press releases, and articles.

• Oversees all media engagement activities, including planning, media interviews, press conferences, and coverage reports.
• Manages all social media and digital content needs related to corporate, assets, and projects.
• Leads daily media monitoring and alerts leadership and senior team members of potential reputational impacts.

• Develops and manages agency contracts across advisory, public relations, media monitoring, social media, and website maintenance.

Leads issues and crisis communications for local and international situations, including developing the corporate crisis manual and holding statements as needed.

• Minimum 15 years of experience in strategic communication, public relations, or corporate communications.
• Proven experience as an in-house or external consultant in communications/public relations.
• Demonstrable experience engaging with stakeholders at the senior government or ministerial level.
• Experience in programme management, communications, and/or public relations.
• Knowledge of the regional geopolitical context.
• Strong educational and practical background in project management.
• Ability to mentor team members and provide constructive feedback.
• Ability to propose and present solutions to senior management.
• Quick understanding of new concepts across various fields.

We are seeking a skilled Communications Manager to join our team. As a key member of our communications team, you will play a vital role in shaping our public narrative and ensuring consistency across all external and internal consumer and corporate communications.

You will work closely with our Head of Communications, cross-functional teams, and agency partners to drive impactful messaging, protect our reputation, and support business objectives.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about communications and wants to make a meaningful impact.

• Develop and implement communications plans in collaboration with our Head of Communications & Head of Policy and Government Affairs.
• Work with agency partners to monitor media and identify relevant opportunities and emerging issues that may require a proactive or reactive response.
• Coordinate partnerships and public meetings, and presentations.
• Manage day-to-day workflows and deliverables of the PR agency.
• Collaborate on monthly, quarterly, and annual communications plans and reports to assess performance and shape future strategy.
• Liaise regularly with key functions such as Marketing, Operations, Commercial, Retail, and Policy to ensure communications plans are aligned with business objectives.
• Support development and review of content across external and internal channels, including press releases, talking points, executive messaging, and newsletters.
• Support the development and rollout of our CSR and community programs, including coordination with NGOs, government entities, and internal departments.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in communications or related fields - agency experience is highly valued.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic — fluency in both languages is essential.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, taking full ownership and following through.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in corporate and consumer communications.
• A solid understanding of the UAE/GCC media landscape and a good network of media contacts is a strong advantage.
• Hands-on execution skills and a solutions-oriented mindset.

We offer a range of benefits, including healthcare, well-being, parental leave, pensions, and generous annual leave allowances. We prioritize the welfare of our employees and strive to create a positive and supportive work environment.

We are a dynamic and innovative company that is transforming the way people shop and eat. Our mission is to make access to food and products more convenient and enjoyable. We give people the opportunity to buy what they want, as they want it, when and where they want it.

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our hiring process and recognize that some candidates may require adjustments to apply for a position or fairly participate in the interview process.

About Our Agency

Our agency blurs the lines between PR, Advertising, Social, Digital, Earned Media, and Experiential to create innovative work that drives consumer behavior in today's socially charged, digital environment.

Our team is passionate, unconventional, and driven by a desire to do great work. We get results for our clients and have the trophies to prove it. We are tough on work but kind to each other.

The Role

We are seeking an exceptional Associate Account Director to join our growing team. You will be responsible for steering some of our largest and most high-profile mandates. You will act as a trusted partner to clients, offering strategic counsel and leading the design and execution of innovative communications programs that deliver measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities

• You will participate in key pitches and client meetings as a Subject Matter Expert.
• You will support private sector and governmental clients across the Middle East.
• You will build strong relationships with clients and maintain external sector-specific relationships and networks.
• You will guide clients and teams to achieve business objectives with strategic and creative ideas that yield real impact.
• You will be accountable for overall profitability, quality, relationship, and client satisfaction of corporate clients owned and served in the Middle East market.
• You will partner with the business manager and resource manager to ensure profitable growth and allocation of resources.
• You will be accountable for developing and operationalizing Client Development Plans: growth and diversification of the business, including identifying, generating, and coordinating organic growth opportunities; and team, including sharing best practices, coordinating efforts, identifying gaps, and training staff.

Requirements

• You must have at least 8 years' experience within an agency environment, preferably in the Middle East.
• Experience in the government sector is advantageous.
• You must have excellent written and spoken English, with Arabic writing being beneficial.
• You must possess excellent interpersonal communication skills and be able to work effectively in an agile environment.
• You must have a track record of developing and executing successful communications strategies and programs.
• You must demonstrate strong leadership qualities and have experience managing a group and helping employees grow.
• You must have excellent attention to detail and project management skills.
• You must have a good understanding of the media landscape and be able to collaborate and communicate with multiple stakeholders.
• You must demonstrate ability to lead and convert new business opportunities.
• You must be a team player who is focused on developing a collaborative work ethic within account teams and committed to ensuring an excellent work environment.

What's in it for you?

• This role offers an opportunity to shape your future and work with talented professionals who will nurture, challenge, and enable you.
• Hybrid work environment where you can work from home.
• Potential for personal growth, training, and further development of skills.
• A dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive culture where diversity is celebrated and valued.
• A range of virtual learning and development resources to support your personal and professional growth.

This role supports the department across communications, public affairs, and corporate responsibility functions. Reporting to the local head of department, you will work closely with team members and liaise with the regional team.

• Support daily communications initiatives for the department.
• Draft and edit key communications materials, including press releases, media alerts, briefing documents, and more.
• Develop relationships with key media contacts in the UAE and coordinate media outreach efforts.
• Monitor daily media coverage and prepare monthly reports.
• Align with the marketing department on cross-functional initiatives.
• Stay up-to-date on news and industry updates relevant to the business or industry, sharing insights with the team.
• Support research, content creation, and presentation preparation.
• Coordinate events, partnerships, and vendor management for ongoing initiatives and projects.
• Prepare briefing materials, talking points, and reports for external meetings and stakeholder engagements.
• Track and report on policy updates, regulatory developments, and government initiatives impacting the business or industry.
• Provide on-ground support for events, coordinating with partners, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Assist in planning, executing, and measuring charity campaigns and CSR initiatives.
• Maintain trackers and dashboards for Corporate Responsibility efforts.
• Organize files, update trackers, and document meeting minutes across all three functions.
• Coordinate supplier and finance teams for timely payments.

Key qualifications include:

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in communications and/or public relations, preferably with exposure to public policy and corporate responsibility.
• Agency experience or in-house exposure is preferred.
• Qualifications or experience in journalism, public affairs, communications, and events are highly valued.
• Excellent English communication skills; Arabic language proficiency is a plus.
• Proactive attitude with strong ownership and collaboration skills.
• Highly organized with multitasking abilities.
• Passionate about learning and contributing to the company's mission.