Job Description

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IRIS Executives, leader in Emiratization and Executive Search, is urgently looking for a Project Manager - Media Communication for one of its largest clients in Abu Dhabi.
Job Title: Project Manager Media Communication
Job Location: Abu Dhabi
Remuneration: Competitive
Job Responsibilities:
Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Project Manager - Media Communication to lead media strategies, public relations, and campaign execution within the Department. This role requires a strategic communicator who can develop press releases, media content, engagement plans, and strategic messaging to support high-level initiatives. The ideal candidate specializes in copywriting.
Key Responsibilities:

• Content Creation and Editing

• Develop, edit, and proofread high-quality content across multiple platforms, including print, digital, and social media, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with brand guidelines.

• Write, edit, and oversee the production of press releases, articles, and media advertisements.

• Review and approve content for publication, ensuring it adheres to the highest editorial standards, aligns with the brand voice, and meets legal and ethical requirements.

• Craft key messages, talking points, and official remarks for His Excellency.

• Ensure all external communications align with the department's vision and strategic goals.

• Editorial Oversight

• Take responsibility for editorial content across all media channels, ensuring consistency in tone, style, and messaging.

• Monitor and analyze the performance of media content across platforms, using insights to guide future editorial decisions and improve content strategy.

• Performance Analytics

• Analyze and report on the effectiveness of media and engagement strategies, providing recommendations for improvement.

• Public Relations & Government Communications

• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, and government stakeholders.

• Lead crisis communication strategies when necessary, ensuring transparency and credibility.

• Campaign Management & Engagement Plans

• Plan and execute engagement strategies for major sustainability events such as Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, UNGA, or IRENA.

• Design and implement multi-channel media campaigns, including digital, print, and broadcast.

• Research & Case Study Development

• Lead the development of case studies showcasing the impact of key initiatives.

• Analyze and report on the effectiveness of media and engagement strategies, providing recommendations for improvement.

• Stakeholder & Leadership Support

• Work closely with His Excellency and senior officials to support their public engagements and official statements.

• Assist in preparing briefing materials, speeches, and presentations for government events and international forums.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Around 8 to 12 years of experience in communication.

• 3+ years' of copy writing experience.

• Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills in English.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, International Relations, Advertising, Journalism, Media Communications, etc.

Skills Required