Communications Manager

Job description / Role

Communications Manager Africa and Middle East

Airbus Africa Middle East is looking for an experiences and talented Communications Manager. Reporting to the HO Communication Africa Middle East - The position holder will drive communications activities in line with the company’s strategy.

Main responsibilities:

• Assist the head of communications in the development of communications’ strategy and plans.
• Manage the implementation of communications’ programs and create detailed plans, implement and coordinate a range of activities.
• Build relationships with partner organizations from public and private sector.
• Coordinate the day to day press office duties (managing media enquiries, press and PR agency activities, media interviews, briefings, etc.)
• Lead in the production of engaging content across multiple channels and for a variety of internal and external audiences (press releases, opeds, speeches, talking points, corporate material, etc.)
• Editor’s level in English and Arabic writing skills. Ability to develop content from scratch as well as edit/proofread content to ensure the highest quality.
• Take lead role on CSR and community initiatives and ensure they are promoted effectively internally and externally.
• Ensure coordination and completion of projects on time within budget and within scope.
• Set deadlines, assign responsibilities, monitor and summarize progress of projects.
• Prepare reports for management on projects and market insights.

Requirements

• 5 to 8 years of experience in communications – experience in aerospace industry is an advantage.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic are a must.
• Ability to communicate complex information accurately.
• Ability to lead and support on multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Excellent organizational and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Critical thinking and understanding of geopolitics (Africa/Middle East).
• Ability to travel a considerable amount of time.

About the Company

Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2017 it generated revenues of € 67 billion and employed a workforce of around 129,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners from 100 to more than 600 seats. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world’s leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide.

Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. Taking pride in our work, we draw on each other's expertise and experience to achieve excellence. Our diversity and teamwork culture propel us to accomplish the extraordinary - on the ground, in the sky and in space.