Head of International Media Relations - UAE National

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📍 Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesFull-timeOn-site
📅 Posted: 5d ago🔄 Updated: 5d ago
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The Head of International Media Relations will lead the international media relations function, develop media engagement strategies, and manage relationships with key international media. This role involves overseeing campaign execution, building and maintaining strong relationships with leading international media outlets (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters, FT), identifying media opportunities, and managing media inquiries and interviews. The ideal candidate will have 8-12 years of experience in international media relations or corporate communications, a strong network of international media contacts, and proven experience managing sensitive media issues. Fluency in English with outstanding communication and writing skills, along with excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities, are essential.
Required Skills
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International media relationsMedia engagement strategies
Soft Skills & Professional Competencies
CommunicationStakeholder Management
Requirements
Requires 8-12 years of experience in international media relations or corporate communications, a strong network of international media contacts, proven experience managing sensitive media issues, and a track record of successful international media campaigns. Must be fluent in English with outstanding communication and writing skills, and possess excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
Description
Role purpose: Lead the day-to-day international media relations function, develop media engagement strategies, and manage relationships with key international media while overseeing campaign execution.Key responsibilities:Develop and implement international media relations strategies aligned with organizational objectives.Build and maintain strong relationships with leading international media outlets, including Bloomberg, Reuters, Financial Times (FT), and other influential global publications.Identify and secure high-impact media opportunities and proactively position the organization's leadership and initiatives.Develop and execute international editorial campaigns across priority markets.Manage media inquiries, interviews, and press engagements.Assess media and reputational risks and provide strategic recommendations to mitigate potential issues.Support crisis communications and sensitive media situations.Monitor global media coverage and identify emerging trends and opportunities.Lead and mentor the media relations team and manage agency partners where applicable.Requirements:Fluent in English with outstanding communication and writing skills.8–12 years of experience in international media relations or corporate communications.Strong network of international business, financial, and mainstream media contacts.Proven experience managing sensitive and high-profile media issues.Track record of delivering successful international media campaigns.Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
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