Reports to: VP – Communications and PR

Basic Functions

Handle special PR events such as sponsorship of races, launching of new products or services, or other activities the firm supports in order to gain public attention through the press without advertising directly.
Build and maintain positive relationships with media, PR agencies and private sector entities as well as special interest groups to help support corporate goals and strategies.

Duties & Responsibilities

Prepare / edit publication material for internal and external audiences, including company and employee newsletters, portal, intranet, press releases, editorials and advetorials. Ensure proper copywriting and translation of all required information to be disseminated.

Prepare and implement the public relations plan including coordination, supervision, implementation and management of all company events such as ceremonies, press conferences, media interviews, tradeshows, and other special events.

Collect and observe all published material from all relevant media sources (press, magazines, online, etc…) and disseminate it to management with the right comments when actions are required.

Answer inquiries from individuals, journalists and other organizations.

Initiate special events, such as press conferences, exhibitions, open days, tours, competitions and sponsorship and organize them with the support of the Event Manager.

Manage the relationship with PR agency(ies) to define requirements, set objectives, plan and execute PR campaigns.

Strengthen community relations through events such as open days and involvement in community initiatives.

Initiate, plan, execute and direct development and communication of informational programs with partners, industry experts, and opinion leaders.

Look for opportunities where the company might receive media coverage.

Create ITC staff loyalty program

Work Contacts:

Frequent contacts with various government and private institutions, media, and social and cultural organizations etc.

Supervisory Responsibility
None.

Work Conditions:
The job requires visiting outside entities and be on field for events.

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills :

A Graduate degree in Public Relations /Mass Communications /Public Administration
A presentable and sharp personality with speech clarity
Energetic, self starter and determined for success
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods.
Excellent command of spoken and written English and Arabic languages
Strong relationships management skills

Experience :

At least 3 to 4 years of experience in similar position and total from 7-10 years of experience. Previous work with a public relations agency or multinational company is a plus.

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Working Partners/Contacts:
- Internal: all level 1 management of Siemens regional company. Siemens Middle East Cluster Corporate Communication, Siemens AG Corporate Communication, Group / Sector Communication at Siemens AG, and Siemens AG Corporate Strategy and Development. – External: Media (press), supplier network (primarily preferred agency networks), major customers of Regional Companies, Government bodies in the country, and partners and agents of Siemens in the country.

Tasks:
- Full responsibility of Development of communications strategy in line with the company business plan and Siemens Middle East cluster communications plans (including integration of sector communications plans in the country) – Full responsibility of financial management of Corporate Communication’s budget, including planning, forecasting and management. – Shared responsibility of Execution of the communications plan. – Management of internal communications vehicles. – Corporate event management. – Act as primary media spokesperson. – Executive management communications counsel. – Positioning of regional company in Siemens world and cluster. – Development and management of effective web presence. – Development of communications talent. – Brand management within regional company.

Skills

Education:
Bachelor degree in media /marketing /Public relations or related fields.

Knowledge/Languages:
- Professional Knowledge in the following: – Communications modeling & planning – News-writing – Media management – Event management – Audio and Visual production – Agency management – Financial management – Brand management – Web management – Crisis communications management Languages: – Fluent Arabic. – Fluent English. – German language is a plus.

Experience
- Eight years of experience at senior management level in a large agency or corporation, preferably a multinational or with multinational clients (in case of agency experience). – Must have experience of working in, or with, global brand structures. – Direct hands-on experience in communications management, specifically communications modeling and planning; media and event management. – Five years of experience in leading a communications team at a senior level. – Four years of experience in working with top management.

Capabilities:
- Unlimited Thinking. – Strategic Judgment. – Initiative. – Change Orientation. – Business Competence. – Excellent Communication. – Coaching and Mentoring. – Analytical Thinking. – Decision Making. – Result and Quality Oriented. – Customer Focus. – Professional Ethics. – Siemens Values.

Additional Information:
- Saudi Nationals are encouraged to apply.

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- IT specialist / Writer to work on a prestigious IT related account
- Help craft and supervise the implementation of the client’s PR / communication program for the entire year
- Draft all the newsletters / press releases and Media materials that require solid IT background
- Attend client meetings and take ownership of projects and deliver on time
- Work location will be in Riyadh and Jeddah .

Skills

- Arab male with IT experience : i.e past working experience and writing skills specifically in the field of computer programs & software implementations;
- He or she has to be fully conversant with the IT language plus solid knowledge of Oracle applications and ERP (SAP) and its business management features and advantages
- Ideally worked at/for companies that introduced electronic transformation programs internally.
- Past PR experience is preferable but not a must

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Leads Yesser’s external communications efforts including:
• Coordinating with Change and Human Capacity Building programs.
• Creating effective action plan increasing eGovernment adoption.
• Conducting stakeholder identification workshops.
• Audience identification and analysis.
• Developing cohesive messaging.
• Coordinating channel and media choices for maximum effect.
• Assist marketing with writing and placement of articles in newspapers, business and trade publications and on Web pages.
• Write and produce seminar flyers, event invitations and public awareness campaigns.

Leads Yesser’s internal communications efforts including:
• Works with all groups within Yesser to coordinate top-level messaging for consultants, management and staff.
• Develops and maintains internal communications program using email, newsletter (SharePoint) and content development.
• Maintain and refresh core presentations used by Yesser
• Supports human resources during new staff orientation.
• Write and direct the production of special communications projects, e.g., Yesser Magazine, Annual Report, display, audio and video programs.
• Edit and produce speaker support presentation materials (print and Power Point) for eGovernment seminars and speeches.
Participate in the management of Yesser’s marketing program including:
• Work with Marketing Manager on development of comprehensive communications/marketing plan of Yesser technologies and consultants and resources
• Develop effective “public engagement” action plans
• Coordinate Yesser’s printing and vendor relationships as they relate to marketing/communications.
• Supervise Yesser’s graphic design needs including coordination with external designers and agencies.

Skills
Experience: Minimum five-seven years in communications planning, public relations or marketing position, strategic communications development and implementation experience preferred.

Required skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to write clearly for news organizations, speeches and presentations.

Special Skills: Must be self-motivated and independent, able to work with a minimum of supervision and to work well with technology managers and staff. Strategic thinking and supervisory skills are required to accomplish a goal oriented activities. Knowledge and enthusiasm of e-government & e-commerce is a strong plus.

Education
Major in Communication, Mass Communication or Marketing required.

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Skills
1-Bilingual: English & Arabic
2-Computer use: MS Office, Internet
3-Communicates effectively and candidly

in addition the applicant should have the following Functional Competencies :
1-Public Relations
2-Conceptual Thinking
3-Media Management
4-Achieves through teamwork
5-Strategic Planning
6-Executes for results
8-Brand Management

Education
Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Media, Journalism, Communication, Business Administration

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Working Partners/Contacts:
- Internal: all level 1 management of Siemens regional company. Siemens Middle East Cluster Corporate Communication, Siemens AG Corporate Communication, Group / Sector Communication at Siemens AG, and Siemens AG Corporate Strategy and Development. – External: Media (press), supplier network (primarily preferred agency networks), major customers of Regional Companies, Government bodies in the country, and partners and agents of Siemens in the country.

Tasks:
- Full responsibility of Development of communications strategy in line with the company business plan and Siemens Middle East cluster communications plans (including integration of sector communications plans in the country) – Full responsibility of financial management of Corporate Communication’s budget, including planning, forecasting and management. – Shared responsibility of Execution of the communications plan. – Management of internal communications vehicles. – Corporate event management. – Act as primary media spokesperson. – Executive management communications counsel. – Positioning of regional company in Siemens world and cluster. – Development and management of effective web presence. – Development of communications talent. – Brand management within regional company.

Education:
Bachelor degree in media /marketing /Public relations or related fields.

Knowledge/Languages:
- Professional Knowledge in the following: – Communications modeling & planning – News-writing – Media management – Event management – Audio and Visual production – Agency management – Financial management – Brand management – Web management – Crisis communications management Languages: – Fluent Arabic. – Fluent English. – German language is a plus.

Experience
- Eight years of experience at senior management level in a large agency or corporation, preferably a multinational or with multinational clients (in case of agency experience). – Must have experience of working in, or with, global brand structures. – Direct hands-on experience in communications management, specifically communications modeling and planning; media and event management. – Five years of experience in leading a communications team at a senior level. – Four years of experience in working with top management.

Capabilities:
- Unlimited Thinking. – Strategic Judgment. – Initiative. – Change Orientation. – Business Competence. – Excellent Communication. – Coaching and Mentoring. – Analytical Thinking. – Decision Making. – Result and Quality Oriented. – Customer Focus. – Professional Ethics. – Siemens Values.

Additional Information:
- Saudi Nationals are encouraged to apply.

Apply Now!

Main Duties & Responsibility:
External Communications:
• Support all Group marketing activities by way of PR,
• Spearhead the launch of new content & projects,
• Promote, engage and supervise all activities aimed at improving Group profile,
• Manage media relations,
• Manage customer intelligence, through
a. Data analysis
b. Data mining
c. Manage crisis and all related communication
• Coordinate and delegate coordination with all Group channels and their key management,
Internal Relations, Communications & Processes:
• Plan, manage and control all PR activities and ensure flawless execution,
• Plan and review PR-related research,
• Oversee all business relationships with PR agencies, conference and exhibition organizers, and media owners,
• Lead establishment and maintenance of excellent relationship with government institutions, public, private bodies and the press,
• Departmental Structure and Staff: Plan and organize development, training and staff coaching and mentoring,
• Interview, hire, train and evaluate staff, when necessary, discipline and discharge subordinates. Ensure buy-in and understanding of departmental strategy by staff.
• Press / Public relations / Events management

Skills
• Masters Degree preferred,
• Minimum of 8 years experience in Journalism and Public Relations (and preferable Events Management),

Education
Communications, Journalism or a related field,

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Main Duties & Responsibility:
External Communications:
• Support all ROTANA marketing activities by way of PR,
• Spearhead the launch of new content & projects,
• Promote, engage and supervise all activities aimed at improving ROTANA profile,
• Manage media relations,
• Manage customer intelligence, through
a. Data analysis
b. Data mining
c. Manage crisis and all related communication
• Coordinate and delegate coordination with all ROTANA channels and their key management,
Internal Relations, Communications & Processes:
• Plan, manage and control all PR activities and ensure flawless execution,
• Plan and review PR-related research,
• Oversee all business relationships with PR agencies, conference and exhibition organizers, and media owners,
• Lead establishment and maintenance of excellent relationship with government institutions, public, private bodies and the press,
• Departmental Structure and Staff: Plan and organize development, training and staff coaching and mentoring,
• Interview, hire, train and evaluate staff, when necessary, discipline and discharge subordinates. Ensure buy-in and understanding of departmental strategy by staff.
• Press / Public relations / Events management

Skills
• Masters Degree preferred,
• Minimum of 8 years experience in Journalism and Public Relations (and preferable Events Management),

Education
Communications, Journalism or a related field,

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For a leading communications agency with an expanding operation in the Middle East we are currently recruiting for a Public Relations Director based in Saudi Arabia.
You will be responsible in supporting the expansion in Saudi Arabia.

The team where you will be working in contains talent from all over the world. You will be working in an international team where high cooperation is required.
As the Public Relations Director you have great management skills and know how to support the juniors in your team.

As the Public Relations Director you have a strong background in PR, on agency side or in-house experience. You are an expert in financial management and planning.
Your presentation skills are excellent and writing is strong and preferably in Arabic..

If you are the Public Relations Director we are looking for with a minimum of 8 years experience please apply now online.

Requirements
As the Public Relations Director you have a strong background in PR, on agency side or in-house experience. You are an expert in financial management and planning.
Your presentation skills are excellent and writing is strong and preferably in Arabic.

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Requirements
Your background will ideally be in corporate communications from an international PR consultancy. Alternatively you will have worked for at least five years in-house at a large blue chip international firm. This role demands accuracy, attention to detail and excellent writing skills in English. For these reasons it is likely that the best candidates will have English as their Mother tongue. This role could be a full time permanent hire as an employee of the agency, or alternatively it could be a fixed term contract. Applicants already within the Gulf are preferred, however UK based candidates would also be welcome. Relocation costs will be covered.

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