Internal Communications Specialist (Arabic), AED 20,438-21,356 per month, Dubai

21 سبتمبر، 2022

0 34 3 دقائق

الوصف الوظيفي

Our client is seeking a candidate with at least four years’ experience in a strategic internal communications role preferably in a professional services environment or communications firm/ad agency setting. In this role you will help create an internal communications function that fuels and builds employee engagement. You will develop internal comms initiatives in support of the business strategies and execute programs that drive engagement and help shape culture. Our client is looking for a blend of project management, writing, and creativity skills mixed with an upbeat and innovative attitude. This role will also collaborate with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to identify communication needs, objectives, and messaging. Must be fluent in both English and Arabic.

Description:

Articulate and execute an internal communications plan (including tactics, initiatives and materials) that drives internal engagement and alignment to our business objectives
Manage the firm’s internal communications content across all platforms/channels in line with strategic and operational requirements
Identify and pursue different channels to reinforce the firm’s mission and values to a growing, diverse team
Play the role of an internal champion for the firm’s brand voice to ensure consistency and on brand application across all internal communications channels/materials
Coordinate with MarCom seniors on internal communications and any external communications relating to corporate strategy, reputation, and crisis management
Lead the development and execution of an internal communications platform from a technical point of view (user interface, usability, and integration) to planning, creating, and refreshing content
Develop and implement a metrics dashboard to measure effectiveness of internal communication channels and assess progress against goals
Explore various internal comms channels and new technologies/platforms
Lead the development and production of a variety of internal comms materials (digital, email, internal announcements, flyers, presentation materials, fact sheets, Google sites, etc.)
Work with cross-functional departments/internal stakeholders to write, edit and proofread content and visuals for a variety of internal communications collateral to ensure quality, on-brand messaging, and alignment with the firm’s values and business objectives
Develop and script videos including but not limited to senior updates, firm events, news, department highlights, etc.
Manage the firm’s internal communications and IFS calendars and work cross functionally to coordinate timing and messaging of events and initiatives
Build relationships with key internal stakeholders both regionally and globally, to ensure internal comms alignment with any ongoing business or people strategy communication plans
Collaborate with cross-functional departments (Social Impact, Recruiting, Diversity & Inclusion, BOMs, etc.) to understand their requirements and provide key support for internal communications and marketing priorities
Collaborate with the PR and social media teams to ensure internal comms is consistent with external messaging
Support internal teams in all branding requirements, including branded materials, and source/distribute branded items for internal and external use
Coordinate approvals across different teams including marketing, brand, design, legal and risk, quality, and independence
Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of the firm’s virtual and in-person meetings and events – agendas, speaker coordination, content development, event planning and execution, reporting and improvements
Handle production of branding requirements at internal events (planning and printing marketing collateral, branded items, handling shipping and following up on delivery)
Support team in media trainings, by handling logistics and collecting supporting documents for the training agency such as media bios and thought leadership
Manage digital and print collateral library

المهارات

Criteria:

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, PR or another related field
4+ years of professional experience in a strategic internal communications role preferably in a professional services environment or communications firm/ad agency setting
Experience with a range of internal, digital, and social communication formats, channels and tools
Experience in writing and editing marketing and internal content
Fluent English and Arabic speaker
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent storytelling skills and a passion for bringing creative ideas to life
Strong project management skills
Strong cross-team collaboration, with a demonstrated ability to work across stakeholder groups, functional areas, and different levels of seniority to get things done
Technologically savvy and able to learn new platforms quickly
Utmost respect for brand guidelines and appropriate messaging
Able to self-manage time and projects, prioritizing and balancing across multiple competing demands
Familiarity with information technology, digital and video means of communication
Experience in video editing, production and/or design skills would be an advantage
Proficiency in reporting metrics/data analytics would be an advantage
Must currently reside in the UAE

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