Manager, Public Relations
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At One&Only, we exist to create joy for our guests through anticipation, creativity, precision, empathy and warmth. We tailor every aspect of our guests\' stay to bring their dreams and desires to life. With an atmosphere that\'s chic but wonderfully unstuffy\xe2\x84\xa2, and a team who are meticulous but warm, we seek to exceed our guests\' expectations at every possible turn.

Behold the dawn of a new, all-encompassing resort experience in Dubai - One&Only One Za\'abeel. A vibrant hub for business, a magnetic stage for entertainment, and a haven for inner-city wellness, this new Dubai resort will be more than a trailblazing icon of the skyline, and it will be an utterly unrivalled urban oasis. With abundant knowledge and generosity, we anticipate our guest\'s every need and surpass expectations. Whether we are designing the perfect family day out or arranging a romantic private dinner, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of playfulness, discovery and adventure. This is not simply our job, it\'s our passion.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Manager, Communications to join our team and lead the communications efforts for the pre-opening of our first urban resort. The communications manager will play a key role in the successful launch of our resort, developing and implementing comprehensive communications plans and strategies that will drive brand awareness, and strong media value.

Job Summary:
The Communications manager assists in delivering commercially driven omnichannel communications strategies aimed at driving brand awareness, storytelling and content across owned, earned and paid media in key international markets. The Communications manager must have a strong understanding of brand strategy, marcomms campaigns, creative storytelling, programming, partnerships and PR. The Communications manager will work closely with the Director of Marketing and Communications and the Global Communications team at One&Only Global Office to ensure marcomms activations are aligned with programming calendars.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Communications strategies: Develop, create and execute integrated resort Communication yearly plans to drive brand awareness and bookings

Storytelling development: Develop storytelling strategies that include, but not limited to: brand partnerships, resort activations, programming, events, etc.

Agency management: In tandem with the Global Communications Team, build relationships and manage global agency networks including communications agencies

Media events: Organize and attend media events on and off property to represent One&Only One Za\'abeel and grow our network and connections

Partnerships: Identify and pursue strategic local and international partnerships to help position the resorts and create new and engaging content.

PR & Media Relations: media engagement, agency management, crisis communications, press room content, media interviews, hosting media and KOLs

Media stays: Assist in the organization of media and influencer stays, vetting of the opportunity, lookbook, itinerary, hosting, coverage report and feedback forms

Media clipping: keep track of all press coverage coming from various markets

Required Skills and Experience:

Minimum of 5 years\' experience in Communications in luxury hospitality, PR agencies, or media publication

Proven track record implementing successful Communication strategies and campaigns to build brand reputation, awareness, and conversion

Global outlook with experience of working across multiple regions

Experience working with media agencies and extensive knowledge of publications and existing relationships with press/media/local influencers (PR/Comms)

Demonstrate ability to build and maintain productive and cohesive relationships with peers and cross-functional teams.

Driven, ambitious, and enthusiastic about the world of PR and luxury

Strong communication and writing skills

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to speak and present effectively

Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, comfortable, confident and enthusiastic when working with tight deadlines

Proven ability to work effectively within a cross-departmental team

Must be a strong self-starter as well as an effective team player

Passion, Integrity, Energy and idea generating initiatives.

Excellent organization and managerial skills with the ability to create high impact concise content specific communications

Excellent writing and verbal skills.

Strong problem solving and analytical thinking skills

Ability to write press releases, biographies, Q&As, briefing documents and interview questions

Given the nature of the role, the candidate must present a professional image according to established standards

Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.

Kerzner International