Sr. Consultant – Communications

Job

Sr. Consultant – Communications

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Education : Degree in journalism, public relations, or communications studies

Nationality : Any Nationality

Experience : 6 - 10 years

Industry Type : MARITIME

Functional Area: Journalism

Date Posted : 16 - Sep - 2021

Job Description

To be focal point of the Company's Communications team with the Hope Consortium, coordinating all requests and activities with the four main members of the Consortium mainly the Department of Health, Abu Dhabi, Etihad Cargo, Skycell and Rafed.
To take a lead role in overseeing the development and implementation of the communications plans for the HC in coordination with the Communications Director/Manager, the relevant government entities and stakeholders and the PR agency.
To advise on best media outlet for different target audiences and key messages
To manage an editorial timeline for the HC, ensuring adequate planning to support activity where appropriate in coordination with other entities and with the PR agency
To manage the approvals process between the PR/Corporate / HC partners and Government stakeholders
To be responsible for the content for the HC ensuring it is accurate/ factual and above all approved by the relevant government entities (NCEMA? ADGMO) and the partners
To proactively look for opportunities and suggest opportunities to place stories about the HC relevant to the key media and audiences
To maintain a good knowledge of the media relevant to the business and maintain an updated database of key media representatives
To perform any other related duties as assigned by his/her direct line manager.

Desired Candidate Profile

Degree in journalism, public relations, or communications studies
Must be fluent in English and Arabic
10+ years of experience, specifically in journalism, public relations, and corporate communications
PR Experience in a business-to-business environment and continuously updated with industry news would be preferred
Work experience in a range of different settings – majority to be media relations focused
Good familiarity with UAE & International Media
Commercial & cultural awareness
Experience in Media interactions
Ensuring that the CEO and Health, Safety and Environment vision is carried through the media.
Protecting the integrity, credibility and reputation of the Health, Safety and Environment and AD Ports employee within the media.
Ensuring all media queries are answered promptly and accurately, reflecting Health, Safety and Environment.