Community Engagement & Communications Manager – NGO

Job description / Role

Community Engagement & Communications Manager - NGO - Dubai

The Community Engagement & Communications Manager will be responsible for defining and implementing the communications strategy and action plan for the Gulf region. Furthermore you be tasked with building the brand recognition in particular with HNWI's, corporate companies and governmental partners.

Core Responsibilities:

* Developing communication channels and materials
* Managing website and social media presence
* Coordinating and activate support through media, journalists, PR agencies etc.
* Engaging the Community (PR, awareness and networking events) including social groups, networks, clubs, schools etc. and develop a concept for community volunteering
* Raising funds with donors and HNWI through community engagement activities, networking and liaison
* Supporting active fundraising and networking through the involvement of the Leadership Forum in close cooperation with the Managing Director

SR Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Requirements

Essential Skills:

* Minimum of 5 years of related international work experience (e.g. in PR, external communication, event management, journalism)
* Min 3 years of GCC experience
* Excellent writing and communication skills
* Strong Relationship building skills, ability to engage and inspire others
* Good understanding of the UAE and its different social and expat communities and networks
* Ability to explain complex issues to external audiences and present the organization and its diverse programmes in an appealing and concise manner.
* Independent, target‐oriented and structured working approach.
* Excellent knowledge of English (written/oral/comprehension). Arabic an advantage

About the Company

Carter Murray is a specialist recruitment consultancy specialising in the placement of marketing professionals into professional services firms, the financial services sector, multi-national corporations and global brands from our offices in London, Dubai and Sydney. Carter Murray is a member of The SR Group, a specialist global recruitment consultancy founded in 1987, operating in the niche markets of Taxation, Legal, HR and Marketing recruitment. From the worlds largest companies to small owner-managed businesses, we recruit at all levels for a complete cross-section of clients. Our clients include the full range of UK and international professional services firms and financial services companies. We recognise that they expect an exceptional level of service and a real knowledge of todays highly specialised market.Each of our consultants personally manages their own clients and specialises in specific areas of this key marketplace. We take the time to really understand both parties needs and provide focused and consistent advice.