Riyadh Saudi Arabia

DescriptionOverview:looking to hire a Senior Communications Manager for an international fintech client in Riyadh Saudi must have a minimum of 8 years of experience in communications corporate communications PR or nonprofit missiondriven in English and Arabic is a Purpose:Senior Manager Corporate Communications will be responsible for developing and executing external and internal communications strategy advancing client business interests in Bahrain Oman and Saudi Arabia (KBO cluster).He or she will be tailoring global strategy managing communications agencies across the markets and implementing communications activities that meet the global regional (CEMEA) and local business priorities while protecting and advancing ideal candidate is an experienced communications generalist who excels at working collaboratively delivering highquality work and strives to become a strategic business partner to other functional Responsibilities:Proactively execute efficient and timely communications strategies and approaches that align to and support the regional business development priorities in markets of responsibility including KBORaise awareness of the company and improve its corporate reputation among critical audiences as measured by media coverage message pullthrough and where possible perception auditsBuild and implement product communications plans with a focus on digital payments and innovationDirect and manage communications agencies to ensure that corporate messages and news stories are managed and distributed in a way that enhances external perceptions of clients and meets business objectives providing briefings toolkits and adviceWork with business units to develop and manage specific projectbased campaigns and communications plans ensure appropriate implementation through communications agency monitor and manage against targetsWork with Subject Matter Experts and business units to agree on the messaging that supports business objectives and overall corporate narrative and ensure adoption across local markets communications activitiesManage corporate profiling for the market key speakers to support business objectives and to develop a proactive plan for where their presence can add the most valueFoster relationships with key media representatives pitching stories appropriately and effectively with a focus on Tier1 outlets in markets of responsibility Become a contributor to crisis and issues managementManage evaluation of media monitoring to provide reportingManage budgets for Corporate Communications for the indicated markets communications agencies and campaigns assignedEnsure appropriate communications processes are aligned with global requirements documented in place and followed including approvalsLiaise with major partners to develop shared strategy and messages for significant launches including all approvals requiredDevelop and execute internal communications strategy and develop plans and key messages to support GCC business priorities and executive speaking engagements to engage employeesPartner closely with colleagues driving external communications to ensure message alignment and consistency and to generate new content ideasPlan and execute internal events including allstaff meetings speaker series programs and other employee engagement events which include creating narrative themes developing executive messaging and overseeing event logisticsWork with crossfunctional teams to support various employee communications initiativesLeverage an indepth understanding of the Saudi Arabian market including cultural economic and regulatory factors to tailor communication strategies effectivelyDevelop and implement targeted digital and social media strategies specific to Saudi Arabia to engage with local audiences and stakeholdersWork closely with the Social Impact team to incorporate Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives that resonate with Saudi Arabias Vision 2030 promoting the clients role in social and economic developmentUtilize AI tools and data analytics to enhance communication strategies optimize media monitoring and personalize content for different audienceRequirements:8 years of experience in communications corporate communications PR or nonprofit missiondriven communicationsFluent Arabic and English speaker with strong copywriting skills in both languagesPrevious experience in Saudi Arabia or the broader GCC region is highly preferredExpertise in managing and leveraging social media platforms popular in Saudi Arabia such as Twitter and LinkedIn for corporate communicationsCommunications acumen Strategic thinker strong judgment research and datadriven understanding of audiences tools technologies and best practices able to represent clients publiclyWriting excellence Clarity and conciseness corporate narrative and storytelling insightsdriven content development language proficiency content organization and adaptation information that resonates with audiencesCommunications Planning and Program Management Multichannel communications planning project management audience mapping and prioritization digital mindset measurementBusiness Acumen Understanding business and ecosystem strategic imperatives and priorities data privacy innovation products payments and fintech digital currency and crypto budget development and planning policies standards guidelines and processesPartnership and Relationship Management Executive management and counselling stakeholder and client management presentation skills crossfunctional program management network of contacts agency and partners management cultural nuancesLeadership Champion Leadership Principles accountability empathy and credibility support leaders in driving the company culture flexibility influencing skillsHighly proficient in PowerPoint Word and Excel comfortable managing spreadsheets devising formulas and performing data analysis*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as 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