PR & Communication Manager

Black Pearl

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Ref: RP174-477

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Our client, an event management organization, is currently looking for a PR & Communication Manager to be based in Abu Dhabi. The Public Relations & Communications Manager should be an experienced, connected and established individual who can establish, manage and execute robust public relations campaigns for company. 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. Other responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Developing PR strategies and plans to compliment the marketing strategy and business objectives.
• Managing media relations and commanding distribution activities.
• Developing stories and news to continuously push the brand’s exposure in media.
• Working with the head of department to develop fully integrated programme and channel strategies.
• Manage the brand reputation and ensure internal alignment.
• Write speeches, literature and other composition assignments requested for the purpose of the organization such as internal communication.
• Manage and write the internal communication and company-wide announcements.
• Managing the daily press office functions including press releases, briefing materials, Q&As, website copy, BTL communication items and other collateral.
• Utilize the owned and social media channels to deliver key PR messages.
• Work alongside the Social Media and Digital to ensure alignment.
• Crisis Management and the ability to deliver recovery plans.
• Budget Management.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years PR experience with specific experience working in the MENA region a must.
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
• A team Player with understanding of editorial and commercial imperatives.
• Understanding of communications and proven portfolio of innovative marketing experience.
• Educated to degree level.
• Ability to prioritise multiple markets and activities.
• 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.
• Willing to work for longer hours (Normal Working Hours- 9 AM to 6 PM Sunday to Thursday)

About the Company

Black Pearl is a human resources and recruitment agency that provides a holistic business and talent solution in a progressive, dynamic, and efficient way.

We pride ourselves as a unique black pearl and strive to delight our clients with a personalized partnership that helps them propel towards success.

Whether you need to find top talent, your next great job opportunity, or a consulting solution for managing your business, engaging employees, evolving your work culture, planning your people strategy, or resourcing challenges, we can help.

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