Job Description

Communication

Internal Communication:

GCEO Office, Other Departments and Strategic Business Units

Purpose:

To facilitate and coordinate strategic decisions related to media coverage and media relations, and advise on the progress of all work under his/her control To monitor and ensure that the media coverage is being implemented in a consistent, effective in line with corporate guidelines To liaise and coordinate media coverage of Milaha's activities and achievements

External Communication:

Media organisations (print, online, TV etc.)

Purpose:

To effectively coordinate Milaha's media coverage across all media platforms

Occupational Health & Safety and Environment

Accountability:

Are accountable for their acts and omissions.

Responsibility:

To follow agreed safe systems of work; to follow training and instructions; and to report accidents, incidents and near misses.

Authority:

To stop work if they think the work is unsafe.

Minimum Qualification/Experiences/Skills

Education & Professional Qualification:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Media, Advertising, Public Relations, Journalism or any related field

Professional Experience:

Past experience of 5 years in media, marketing, communication or a related field with a diverse stakeholder base

Geographic Experience:

Ability to take ownership of projects, as well as effectively managing multiple stakeholders Training in mass media tools and strong understanding of mass/ group psychology GCC / Middle East experience a plus Willing to work occasional evenings and weekends. Ability to deal and interact with cross geographical agencies and media. Ability to deal effectively with urgencies and crisis. Strong collaborative interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment

Computer Skills:

Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint Superior accuracy, attention to detail, creativity, time-management and organizational skills

Language Skills:

Excellent written and oral communication skills, fluency in Arabic is essential.

Market/Industry/Functional Knowledge:

N/A

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain a comprehensive database of validated and categorized media contacts with all relevant details; Act as accessible resource that is available for press inquiries on both regular days of business and moments of sudden change or emergencies; Assist Senior Manager, Corporate Communications in preparing a proactive stakeholder engagement plan, towards establishing and maintaining cordial relationships with media contacts, agencies and networks in target markets; Arrange interviews and other speaking engagements for Milaha's designated spokespersons with media outlets; Develop, translate, write and draft, and copy edit key messages in line with Milaha's communications strategy including annual reports, press releases, articles, speeches, contents and brochures, and annual newsletter; Assist in organizing press conferences within agreed timelines and budget. Takes ownership for preparation of press kit and coordination for other arrangements; Review and monitors print and electronic media for news, advertisements that are industry-related and/or company-specific and takes ownership of development and production of media monitoring reports; Maintain a comprehensive record of external media requests and a request log. In addition to a press release archive; Provide input into social media content development to maximize use of social media channels in promotion of Milaha; Establish a good relationship and rapport with media houses, media representatives, and media personalities for the benefit of improving image and reputation within Qatar and the region; Coordinate with concerned departments within Milaha to compile, edit, translate internal and/or external messaging content and communication related text viz. press releases, interview guides with answers, documentaries, FAQs, media profiles, biographies, among other written communication; Conduct analyse and response reports of content among different stakeholder groups and presents plans on how to engage and manage the different groups; Follow specified systems, processes and procedures, implemented in the workplace, to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and other requirements/standards. Perform job related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualification/Experiences/Skills

Education & Professional Qualification:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Media, Advertising, Public Relations, Journalism or any related field

Professional Experience:

Past experience of 5 years in media, marketing, communication or a related field with a diverse stakeholder base

Geographic Experience:

Ability to take ownership of projects, as well as effectively managing multiple stakeholders Training in mass media tools and strong understanding of mass/ group psychology GCC / Middle East experience a plus Willing to work occasional evenings and weekends. Ability to deal and interact with cross geographical agencies and media. Ability to deal effectively with urgencies and crisis. Strong collaborative interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment

Computer Skills:

Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint Superior accuracy, attention to detail, creativity, time-management and organizational skills

Language Skills:

Excellent written and oral communication skills, fluency in Arabic is essential.

Market/Industry/Functional Knowledge:

N/A