Public Relations & Communications Manager -Abu Dhabi

Our client is seeking an experienced Public Relations & Communications Manager is an experienced, connected and established individual who can establish, manage and execute robust public relations campaigns for our client. He / She would work to ensure successful strategies are developed and executed in line with the marketing objectives and contribute to the foundation and its brand objectives of the organization.


Key Responsibilities :
• Devise ambitious PR & Comms plans in order to raise the profile of the brand supporting the Foundations objectives
• Create and implement cost-effective media engagement plans, maximizing positive coverage across all channels. Manage media interviews and positioning of the Founder
• Drive positive press coverage, focusing on quality in-depth articles with leading titles
• Develop communication content and messages that support the value propositions of the Foundation and the various brands
• Manage and maintain key media relations internationally, regionally and locally in line with the Foundation’s interest and opportunities
• Developing stories and news to continuously push the brand’s exposure in media
• Working with the head of a department to develop the fully integrated programme and channel strategies
• Manage the brand reputation and ensure internal and external alignment.
• Write speeches, literature and other composition assignments requested for the purpose of the organization
• Work closely with content and social teams with digital communications plans
• Coordinate and liaise with VIPs, artists, influencers & artist management agencies
• Manage PR & communication agencies to achieve KPIs

Preferred Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of PR experience with specific experience working in the MENA region is a must.
• Fluent Arabic or English Speaker.
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
• A team player with an understanding of editorial and commercial imperatives.
• Understanding of communications and a proven portfolio of innovative marketing experience.
• Educated to degree level.
• Ability to prioritize multiple markets and activities.
• Budget responsibility.
• Manage key relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong project management or organizational skills.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and their respective participants (Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, etc.) and how they can be deployed in different scenarios.
• Ability to effectively communicate information and ideas in written and verbal format.
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
• Motivated to deliver to deadlines.

A team player with an understanding of editorial, PR, commercial and research imperatives

Salary AED 30,000 per month