Founded in 1984, APCO Worldwide is an award-winning, independently owned global communication and business strategy firm with offices in major cities throughout North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. APCO combines a global perspective with local expertise to help clients around the world manage challenges, opportunities, perceptions and reputations. APCO clients include corporations and governments; industry associations and nonprofit organizations; and many of the top companies on the Fortune 500. The firm is a majority women-owned business. Job Responsibilities
Day to day client relationship management
Nurture relationships with client partner agencies
Supervise and mentor the junior staff on the day to day running of the account
Develop PA and advocacy plans and presentations in conjunction with more senior staff
Implement PR strategies
Participate in client\xe2\x80\x99s plan presentations
Execute plans and projects on behalf of clients, with assistance of juniors
Monitor status and manage project to ensure on-time completion
Assist with and oversee all project administrative duties including contract set-up and maintenance, time approval, and issue accurate client reports (monthly, quarterly, annual) with a high degree of accuracy
Writing articles and briefs for MENA Managing Directors
Writing new business proposals
Requirements:
Solid understanding of strategic communications,
Robust understanding of regulatory landscape in the region
Able to effectively use all available tools and resources to complete internal client tasks
Able to convincingly and methodically build media and government stakeholder relationships
Strong presentation skills
Ability to work in a team environment in a resourceful and collaborative manner
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Flexibility and adaptability skills
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Strong analytical abilities and quantitative skills
Able to understand market insights and apply effectively
Proficient in English and Arabic
Education and Experience
Minimum 2 to 4 years related work experience
University Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree Business, International Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism or Equivalent
Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree will be a plus
Prior client servicing experience
AD-Hocks Assignment/reports:
As per the Direct Manager\xe2\x80\x99s requests
Competencies
Client relationship skills
Customer service skills
Leadership skills
Analytical skills
Content Writing skills
Work Conditions
The physical abilities needed to perform the duties of this position, in addition to the office climate:
Office environment is general office setting
Some travel may be required
Must reside in Dubai
Willing to work additional or irregular hours as needed and allowed by local regulations
About APCO in the Middle East and North Africa Home to some of the fastest growing economies in the world, the Middle East and North Africa region has a pivotal role to play in driving global conversations \xe2\x80\x93 from environmental policies to religion and pop culture. The UAE and Saudi Arabia are clear leaders in this equation, although the wave of innovation continues to transcend borders. APCO launched its regional operations in 2006 in Dubai. Growing from a team of less than 10 consultants, APCO today has over 200 people from 26 countries working in teams across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Manama and Kuwait and our projects take us to countries across the region and the Levant. APCO was awarded Best Agency in the Middle East by PRWeek in 2019 and Best Agency to Work for: EMEA Network by PRovoke Media in 2017 and 2019. With a portfolio of over 100 clients, APCO\xe2\x80\x99s MENA offices deliver public relations and digital communication support across health, food, consumer & retail, finance, technology, real estate & hospitality, non-profit and public affairs practices. The region also offers specialized services, created for the Middle East, such as our Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model and our Compass and License to Operate offerings. In addition, APCO\xe2\x80\x99s global AI Comms Lab, a first-of-its-kind innovation center which utilizes artificial intelligence to build and protect the reputations of major global brands, governments and organizations is driven from the Dubai office. From helping governments connect with the private sector and civil society, to supporting the Pope\xe2\x80\x99s historic visit to the region and launching iconic brands and destinations, we understand the nuances of the MENA region and pride ourselves on making an impact.
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