| Public Relations Manager – GMASCO | |
| Al Futtaim Group Dubai, UAE Ref: HP698-4106 |
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The RoleThe RoleGMASCO enjoys an enviable reputation as the Gulf's most diverse full service communications, marketing and advertising agency in an industry typified by current decline, over-specialisation and lack of integration in other markets. Our Dubai location positions us in a still growing market at the hub of business in the northern hemisphere with a client base operating in more than 15 countries across the Middle East, Europe, the Sub Continent and Asia. Our offerings include every aspect of communications, advertising and marketing in traditional and new media formats.We are currently looking to recruit a Public Relations Manager to work from our Dubai based offices. Playing an important role in communicating the Company's policy, you will be required to: * Plan and direct public relations programmes designed to create and maintain a favourable public image for employer or client, prepare estimates; & ensue profitability in terms of viable return on investments * Conceptualise  and plan PR campaigns  with strategies arid action plans * Strong liaison with local and regional media * Managing internal (team) and external (client) expectations * Monitor Arabic and English media * Ensure time-lines are strictly met * Research, write press releases and ensure they reach the target media * Organise press conferences, exhibitions and press tours * Manage the Company's publicity strategies via the press * Draft speeches on behalf of the Company's top executives for public meetings * Arrange and manage interviews with journalists and specific spokespeople * Develop internal and external communications strategies for clients which will support their marketing and business plan * Liaise with Event Managers * Deal with third party suppliers * Coordinate and conceptualise PR strategies In additional you will manage special events and liaise with third party service providers in order to gain public attention through the media without advertising directly, draft speeches for company executives, and arrange interviews and other forms of contact for them. |
RequirementsRequirementsTo apply for this role you should have the following skills, experiences and qualifications; * At least five years experience in recognised PR and Media Relations organisation (preferably Gulf) * Fluent in both English and Arabic * A bachelors degree in public relations, journalism, marketing, or communications from a recognised university * Excellent presentation skills * Ability to think out of the box and react quickly * Solid understanding of how the media works * Managerial and communications skills * Pro-activeness in generating new ideas In order to succeed in this position you need to have a strong ability to identify main client groups and audiences and determine the best way to communicate publicity information to them. We are looking for someone who can write interesting and effective press releases, prepare information for media kits and develop and maintain the company's corporate image and identity, which includes the use of logos and signage. |
About the CompanyAbout the CompanyEstablished in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt. The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Group’s continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery. The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Group’s belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility. |
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