Pr & Communications Specialist For An International Professional Services Firm
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Description
PR and Communications Specialist for an International Professional Services Firm, Dubai The PR and Communications Specialist is responsible for growing and maintaining the firm\xe2\x80\x99s reputation and brand. The candidate will create, plan and execute PR strategies, identify media opportunities, build and maintain media relations, and manage conference opportunities in the region.
Responsibilities PR and media strategy
Media Relations
Content Creation
Conferences and corporate events
Expert Communications Coaching
Reporting
Others
Qualifications:
You can apply by sending your CV to hello@recruitme-uae.com Add us on Linkedin: RecruitME: Administration, Human Resource and Finance Recruitment in Dubai See our other vacancies on www.recruitme-uae.com
Responsibilities PR and media strategy
- Work in close coordination with the PR firm to formulate PR campaigns, strategies and activations to promote the firm\xe2\x80\x99s thought leadership in the media
- Ensure that our campaigns are aligned with our strategic goals
- Support in the dissemination of press releases and articles
- Stay on top of industry current trends, competitors\xe2\x80\x99 news, news stories and areas of trending public interest
- Build consistent editorial plans
- Build relationships with thought leaders to grow industry awareness
Media Relations
- Establish and maintain relationships with media contacts, key influencers, and digital communicators
- Leverage existing media relationships, including broadcast, traditional, and online to land prominent placements
- Conduct media outreach and seek high-level media placements
- Manage media inquiries and interview requests in a timely and professional manner
- Identify the right publications/media outlets to expand our presence in the region
Content Creation
- Spearhead PR content development and deployment of assets (imagery, press releases, key messages, storytelling/feature/pitch packages)
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to craft compelling story angles and develop diversified asset packages to maximize coverage opportunities
- Proofread and edit content to ensure writing is clear, compelling, and on-brand
- Brief VCS designers and guide them through efforts to innovate on PR and media formats
Conferences and corporate events
- Build out the firm\xe2\x80\x99s conference speaking calendar
- Source and negotiate conference opportunities across our industries
- Lead promotional and branding activities for conferences/events
- Act as an events team lead and a liaison for all event projects to ensure client satisfaction
- Take an active role in handling logistics of events managed and supported by the firm
- Evaluate opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships and advertising on an ongoing basis
Expert Communications Coaching
- Support in all aspects of media trainings with clients and contractors, liaising with seniors/participants on content, attendance and logistics
- Organize, schedule, and prepare key leaders for press interviews
- Lead all aspects of seniors\xe2\x80\x99 photo shoots and media bios
Reporting
- Monitor local media report and handle various media requests
- Support the marketing team in providing analysis and building weekly and monthly activity reports
Others
- Maintain repository of photo assets and digital files
- Support in managing viewpoint inventory, ensuring offices are sufficiently stocked
- Follow up on deadlines and deliverables with key parties such as marketing material vendors and printers
Qualifications:
- Bachelor\'s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or related field
- 4+ years of experience in public relations or corporate communications
- Excellent organization skills
- Experience in copywriting and editing
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
- Strong working knowledge of media
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Proven ability to develop, implement, and execute successful public relations campaigns
You can apply by sending your CV to hello@recruitme-uae.com Add us on Linkedin: RecruitME: Administration, Human Resource and Finance Recruitment in Dubai See our other vacancies on www.recruitme-uae.com
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1493075
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationDubai, United Arab Emirates
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EducationNot mentioned