Comprising of award-winning hotels and restaurants, The First Collection is an innovative lifestyle brand offering exciting hospitality services and unforgettable dining experiences.

portfolio of five operational hotels are renowned for their world-class service and cutting-edge amenities designed to ease guests into their stay. The First Collection at JVC opened in September 2021 and is the first branded and managed hotel under the group. , offers comfortable studios and one-bedroom apartments in the heart of the city, and is owned and managed by The First Collection. Bringing to the market a range of franchised properties, the group also manages and , which are franchises of the Wyndham Group. While Citadines Metro Central Dubai, offers hotel apartments in a prime location and is a franchise of The Ascott Limited.

The First Collection\xe2\x80\x99s restaurants offer exceptional and original dining experiences that focus on creating unique lifestyle-driven dining concepts with a strong emphasis on quality and affordability. The rapidly growing portfolio of restaurants, cafes and bars features a dynamic mix of homegrown brands and recognised International franchises, including MasterChef, the TV Experience \xe2\x80\x93 the world\xe2\x80\x99s first restaurant based on the global TV phenomenon. With an emphasis on social dining, this exciting restaurant portfolio is helping establish the collection of upscale and upper midscale hotels among Dubai\xe2\x80\x99s hottest gastronomic and lifestyle destinations.

With ambitious growth plans in the years ahead , The First Collection will be opening numerous upper scale hotels and a series of dining concepts throughout Dubai.

• Oversee and contribute to the formulation of PR plans and strategies in line with the goals of our restaurant brands.
• Manage external PR agencies.
• Oversee, guide, and grow our dedicated intern team.
• Enhance the company\xe2\x80\x99s voice and presence through online and offline channels.
• Introduce meaningful partnerships in line with the companies\xe2\x80\x99 goals.
• Manage media relations and requests.
• Proof ready press releases, speeches, and other PR copy.
• Plan and supervise events, launches, etc.
• Support the implementation of promotional plans.
• Present solutions in times of PR crisis.
• Facilitate the resolution of disputes with the public or external vendors.
• Lead survey initiatives and analyze public opinion.

Desired Skill & Expertise

• Proven experience as public relations specialist or similar position.
• Previous experience in hospitality and F&B.
• Experience in project management and execution of PR campaigns and/or initiatives.
• Experience in copywriting and editing.
• Working knowledge of MS Office; PowerPoint and Excel.
• Working knowledge with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook etc.)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in English.
• A creative yet practical mind.

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