external communications manager

British Council

<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Details</b></h2>
<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Reference number</b></h3>
<div>437545
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Salary</b></h3><div>
&pound;30,839</div></div><div><div>
salary range: &pound;30,839-&pound;33,995 (depending on experience) plus London Market Allowance of &pound;3,300 if London based.</div></div><div><div>
A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%</div></div>
<div>GBP</div>
<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job grade</b></h3><div><div>
Other</div></div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Contract type</b></h3><div>
Permanent</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Type of role</b></h3><div>
Communications / Marketing</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Working pattern</b></h3><div>
Full-time</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Number of jobs available</b></h3><div>
1</div></div></div>
<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Contents</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Location</li><li>
About the job</li><li>
Benefits</li><li>
Things you need to know</li><li>
Apply and further information</li></ul></div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Location</b></h2></div><div><div>
Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh, London</div></div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
About the job</b></h2></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job summary</b></h3><div><p><b>
The Role:</b></p><p></p><p><br>
We&#146;re looking for a creative and strategic Media Manager to help shape and deliver the British Council&#146;s external media strategy across our Strategic Business Units (SBUs). This role is central to promoting and protecting the British Council&#146;s reputation in the UK media, while showcasing our global cultural relations work.</p><p>
The Media Manager must take a proactive and creative approach to producing integrated press and digital campaigns, which raise the profile of the British Council and shine a light on different areas of our work. Supported by the Senior Media and External Communications Manager, the Media Manager will also help to deliver external communications for the British Council&#146;s Schools activities, our work in Modern Foreign Languages, as well as our work in English and Exams.</p></div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job description</b></h3><div><p><b>
Accountabilities:</b></p><p></p><p><br>
The Media Manager is responsible for planning and delivering proactive UK media relations campaigns aligned with strategic priorities. They contribute to reputation management across UK and global networks, advise on media risks and opportunities, and support integrated communications planning. The role involves monitoring the UK news agenda, responding to media enquiries, and maintaining relationships with key journalists. It also includes providing expert guidance to internal stakeholders, applying audience insights to campaign planning, and ensuring compliance with media policies. The Media Manager supports strategic development, manages assigned budgets, and fosters collaborative relationships internally and externally. They contribute to team operations, deputise for the Senior Media Manager when required, and engage in continuous professional development to maintain subject expertise.</p></div></div><p></p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Person specification</b></h3><div><p><b>
Requirements of the role:</b></p><ul><li>
Demonstrable experience of proactive media relations or content creation to support business objectives</li><li>
Experience of developing relationships with high-profile journalists, across print, digital and broadcast media, and working with them to deliver impactful coverage.</li><li>
Experience of working with communications teams in partner organisations on joint projects to ensure that all partners achieve their communications objectives on a shared project.</li><li>
Editorial judgement</li><li>
An ability to identify and give guidance on managing reputational risks</li><li>
Experience of training and guiding senior colleagues and creative specialists on working with the media and interviews</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Closing Date: Applications will close at 23:59 on 25th November 2025 UK Time.</b></p><p><br>
</p><p>You must have the legal right to work in United Kingdom at the time of application.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Important Information:</b></p><p><br>
</p><p><b>Department: </b>Communications</p><p><b>
Contract type:</b> Indefinite<br>
<b>Pay band</b>: 7</p><p><b>
Salary: </b>&pound;30,839-&pound;33,995 (depending on experience) plus London Market Allowance of &pound;3,300 if London based.</p><p><b>
Location</b>: United Kingdom ( London, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Belfast)</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Requirements:</b></p><p><br>
Please note that candidates must have the pre-existing, legal right to work in the UK</p><p>
Mobility / relocation / visa sponsoring support will not be provided.<br>
<br>
British Council supports working in new ways such as hybrid working, subject to full approval by line management and conditional upon our ability to provide the appropriate level of service. This may not be appropriate for all roles but can be explored at interview.</p></div></div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Benefits</b></h2></div><div><div>
Alongside your salary of &pound;30,839, British Council contributes &pound;8,934 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</div></div><p></p><div><div><p><b><br>
Benefits Include, but are not limited to:</b></p><ul><li>
32 days annual leave, in addition to public holidays</li><li>
3 days volunteering leave</li><li>
Career average defined benefit pension scheme</li><li>
An unrivalled opportunity for you to get to use all the experience you&#146;ve built up working in and/or leading global organisations to support us in building trust across the world.</li></ul></div></div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Things you need to know</b></h2></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Selection process details</b></h3><div><div><p>
Please only apply via this link:</p><p>
https://careers.britishcouncil.org/careers/job/563705888349746</p><p>
Other methods of application will not be reviewed.</p><br>
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.</div></div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Security</b></h3><div><div>
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.</div></div><div><div>
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.</div></div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Nationality requirements</b></h3><div>
Open to UK nationals only.</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Working for the Civil Service</b></h3><div><div>
Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.</div></div><div><div>
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.</div></div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Diversity and Inclusion</b></h3><div>
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .</div></div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Apply and further information</b></h2></div><div><div>
Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Contact point for applicants</b></h3><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job contact :
</b></h4><ul><li>Name : askhr@britishcouncil.org</li><li>
Email : askhr@britishcouncil.org</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Recruitment team</b></h4><ul><li>
Email : askhr@britishcouncil.org</li></ul></div></div></div></div><div></div>

Media Manager, Communications

Erickson Senior Living

<p>Location:</p><p>Erickson Senior Living</p><p>The Senior Manager, External Communications will be responsible for developing and executing community external communications strategy by identifying opportunities to influence, inform, educate, and engage prospect audiences across external communications channels. The Senior Manager will lead, mentor, and build engagement with team members who are responsible for contributing to this overarching goal, including external communications regional managers.</p><p>The Senior Manager will drive outcomes in the areas of public and media relations, social media, content marketing, and reputation management. They will play a key role in the planning and implementation of strategic communications to enhance Erickson Senior Living's brand messaging and reputation on a local and national level.</p><p>This role requires working onsite with our team in Catonsville, MD, with travel as needed to Erickson communities.</p><p><b>What we offer</b> </p><ul><li><p>A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values</p></li><li><p>Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options</p></li><li><p>PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law</p></li><li><p>401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match</p></li><li><p>Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age</p></li><li><p>Education assistance, certification reimbursement and access to over 6,000 courses through our online learning library, designed to enhance your current skills and build new ones</p></li><li><p>A "career for life" approach to professional and personal development for our greatest asset; our team members</p></li></ul><p>Compensation: $100,000 - 110,000 per year, plus eligibility for annual bonus</p><p><b>How you will make an impact</b></p><ul><li><p> Develop a creative external communications strategy for designated communities and their bi-annual plans, with the goal of effectively increasing prospect confidence, brand awareness, and the company and communities' reputation. </p></li><li><p>Play a lead role in enterprise-wide communications support in response to critical incidents and issue management</p></li><li><p>Develop and execute earned media strategy for sharing key story messaging with top-tier national, local, and industry outlets. Cultivate strong relationships with influential media representatives and maintain an up-to-date list of key media contacts. </p></li><li><p> Effectively manage direct reports, using leadership and relationship-building skills to serve as a culture carrier and mentor, and fostering skill development and team engagement. </p></li><li><p>S erve as the main point of contact and administrator for designated community Facebook pages to support established social media goals. </p></li><li><p> Serve as a spokesperson for designated communities as needed </p></li><li><p>Supp ort the Director in refining external communications processes </p></li><li><p> Monitor media coverage and social media conversation related to Erickson Senior Living and its communities, evaluate outcomes, and leverage analytics for strategic decision-making. </p></li></ul><p><b>What you will need</b> </p><ul><li><p> Minimum 8 years of public relations and communications experience, including crisis communications experience, is required </p></li><li><p> Two or more years of supervisory experience is required </p></li><li><p> Experience navigating a large, complex organization and working with cross-functional teams is strongly preferred </p></li><li><p> Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, with ability to learn other internal database programs </p></li><li><p> Proficiency on both PC and Macintosh (OSX) computing platforms </p></li><li><p> Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communications (writing samples required) </p></li></ul><p><b> Please submit a writing sample with resume in any of the following areas: press release, crisis communication, opinion editorial piece, or media statement. </b></p><p>Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.</p><p>Headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, Erickson Senior Living is one of the country's largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care with a growing, national network of communities. We help people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.</p><p> Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law. </p>

Senior Manager, External Communications

Al Jomaih Energy and Water

<div><p><b>Reporting Structure</b></p><p>
Reporting to HR Shared Services Director</p><p><b>
Overview</b></p><p>
This role is entrusted with responsibility to drive, manage, and deliver external and internal communications in accordance with the overall strategic communications plan. To develop effective communications that enable all stakeholders to comprehend and be aware of our corporate strategy, business objectives and priorities, thought leadership and value proposition, brand identity and promise, corporate social responsibility &amp; partnerships, employee engagement and organizational changes.</p><p>
This individual will be working independently while collaborating with business leaders and internal functional leads to ensure strategic and operational alignment for all aspects of communications and joint hands in amplifying and elevating AEW&rsquo;s business and presence in the region.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Your Job Functions (Duties &amp; Responsibilities)</b></p><p>
Designing and executing an integrated communications program across the company.Taking charge in driving, supporting and advising on internal and external communications, including communications planning, media relations &amp; agency, speaking opportunities, events &amp; sponsorships, marketing partnership to support business development, business merger &amp; acquisitions support including JVs and partnerships, communications channels selection &amp; media monitoring, budgeting &amp; expenditure, and report management.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Internal Communications / Employee Communications</b></p><br>
<p></p><ul>
<li>
Implement a regional employee communications plan that strengthens AEW&rsquo;s culture and employee engagement by keeping employees informed and engaged with clear, purposeful, and strategic content.</li>
<li>Support management, business leaders and functional leads in:</li>
</ul><ul><li>Identifying needs, objectives, and strategies for development of internal communications, including but not limited to key business issues (e.g., crisis communications), key business transformation, and organizational change management projects.</li>
<li>Developing internal communications that focuses on clear, concise, consistent, timely and effective messaging for employees to keep them abreast of company plan and direction, management message, as well as key organizational and functional announcement (e.g. HR, HSSE, Ethics &amp; Compliance, Business Development, Marketing, etc) to cater for the target regional market units and audience.</li>
<li>Drafting of scripts, speeches, correspondences, and presentation materials to best serve the needs and purpose of internal communications.</li><li>
Plan, conceptualize, propose and implement appropriate delivery channel and feedback mechanism, be it through virtual, digital or otherwise, such as Townhalls, coffee chats, video production, social media platforms such as Viva engage, email, newsletter, events, functions, and so on.</li><li>
Assist as conduit to cascade, promote and disseminate appropriate internal communication from Aljomaih Holding Company to ensure alignment with the strategy, consistent messaging, uphold brand identity, compliance with corporate guidelines such as gifts &amp; sponsorships, foster common culture, identity and engagement, and upkeep positive brand positioning.</li><li>
Serve as a responsive, quality-focused, positive, and trusted partner for communications needs with all internal stakeholders throughout the region.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
External Communications &ndash; Public/Media/Customer Relations</b></p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
Manage and support the execution of external communications in accordance with the strategic communications plan, including authority &amp; public relations, social &amp; media relations, executive thought leadership, customer and business partnership, supply chain relations, crisis communications and global responsibility.</li><li>
Ensure alignment with the AEW&rsquo;s strategic direction across all the region&rsquo;s external communications channels to ensure consistent messaging and positive brand positioning.</li><li>
Work collaboratively with internal teams to enhance efforts to generate favorable opinion about our market and positioning in the region, and garner local and regional media attention to bring about market thought leadership, positive brand image and drive business development opportunities. Support management, business leaders and functional leads in:</li></ul><br>
<p></p><ul>
<li>
Identifying needs, objectives, and strategies for development of external communications, including but not limited to key speaking opportunities, interviews, social media profiling, events, functions &amp; sponsorships, business development, customer &amp; business partnerships, marketing, branding, corporate social responsibility, crisis communications, and so on.</li>
<li>Planning for industry/event speaking and keynote management opportunities, liaison with event organizers on all aspects of logistics, and preparation of the relevant draft and relevant background information.</li>
<li>Developing external communications that focuses on clear, concise, consistent, timely and effective external best-in-class messages, interviews, correspondences, digital &amp; social engagement, and presentation materials that cater for the target regional market units and audience.</li></ul><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
Work with the appointed PR agency to:</li></ul><br>
<p></p><ul>
<li>
Lead the preparation and distribution of company news and information to regional business and trade media outlets, and in development of media relations plans.</li>
<li>Assist in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with media-on-media information request, gain positive coverage and promote AEW leaders as market thought leadership and business development opportunities.</li>
<li>Create thought leadership strategy for awareness in the media ensuring the overarching AEW priorities are adhered to, to deliver a rolling momentum of media coverage and message penetration.</li>
<li>Engage and manage external agencies, providing clear, concise, consistent, and top-quality drafts of press releases, scripts, speeches, interviews, messages, presentation materials and so on that are in congruent and alignment with regional and local messages</li>
<li>Provide media training for business leaders and industry subject matter spokespeople</li>
<li>Build and strengthen a personal network of regional/national media contacts</li></ul><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
Build strong collaboration with Business Development and Marketing team across the region to leverage, co-create and amplify impactful customer communications and customer stories through various platforms be it video, email, letters and personal interactions gearing towards customer satisfaction and generate potential business leads.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Social Media &amp; Communication Management</b></p><br>
<p></p><ul>
<li>
Keep abreast of key trends and industry issues to ensure timely and relevant interaction and adaptation.</li>
<li>Autonomy with creation and posting to ensure momentum of AEW and industry content being distributed to internal and external stakeholders.</li>
<li>Create employee awareness and ensure adhere to social media &amp; External Communication policy to avoid pitfall in communication, adversity in brand impact and litigation issues.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Branding, Corporate Social Responsibility &amp; Partnership</b></p><br>
<p></p><ul>
<li>
Assist in supporting brand activation events and activities to elevate our brand awareness and positioning in the region and in alignment with the global AEW brand to support our business objectives.</li>
<li>Support in CSR and partnership initiatives, including stakeholders mapping and strategic partnerships for sustainable development demonstrable through our know -how to address and facilitate access to energy solutions for the larger community.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Support for Business Merger &amp; Acquisition, JV and Partnership</b></p><br>
<p></p><ul>
<li>
Provide communications support and integration on possible business merger and acquisitions, including joint-ventures and partnership projects to reach the set objectives and goals.</li>
<li>Work closely with project teams to create content, identifying media opportunities and liaison with counterpart on all external related communications.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Project Participation</b></p><ul><li>
Proactive in participation of communications or cross-functional projects, as and when assigned, to broaden business acumen and people interaction.</li></ul><p><b>
Requirements</b></p><ul>
<li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing Communications or related field of study. Master&rsquo;s Degree will be added advantage.</li>
<li>7 + years of relevant deep work experience as professional communicator. Understanding of energy market and industry trends preferred.</li>
<li>Proven end-to-end management experience, spanning both in depth and breadth in communications from planning, execution to delivery. Previous experience in agency with account management experience preferred.</li>
<li>Experience in communications with more than one influencer type; media, bloggers, analysts, governments officials, and employees</li>
<li>Strong proficiency in English and Arabic language.</li>
<li>Outstanding presentation and communications skills, both written and spoken, deliver professionally with impact in appropriate content and context.</li>
<li>Excellent copywriting, proof reading, editing, creative story-telling and consultative advisory skills.</li>
<li>Deep skill in Microsoft Office suite and digitally savvy in social media, social networking, intranet, forums, online collaboration, videography, graphical design, and analytical tools.</li></ul><ul>
<li>Excellent portfolio of media relations and professional network with proven record in maintaining and sustaining close public and media relations.</li>
<li>Good team player and an individual contributor with career ambition to take on higher roles and responsibilities in future. Possess strong business acumen, agility, and ability to navigate well in a highly matrixed organization.</li>
<li>Motivated, self-driven with good work planning, organization, and time management skills. Proactive, ownership, results-oriented, sense of urgency, committed and highly dependable.</li>
<li>Pleasant personality and disposition, professional etiquette, good emotional quotient, resilience, interpersonal relations, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills. Adaptive to cultural diversity and inclusivity.</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight timeline, strong planning, multi-tasking, prioritization, and negotiation skills is highly anticipated. Ability to deal with ambiguity and influence cross-function teams is highly important.</li></ul></div>

Corporate Communications Manager-Saudi National

Aljomaih Energy and Water Company

<div>
 <strong>
  Reporting Structure
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Reporting to HR Shared Services Director
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Overview
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 This role is entrusted with responsibility to drive, manage, and deliver external and internal communications in accordance with the overall strategic communications plan. To develop effective communications that enable all stakeholders to comprehend and be aware of our corporate strategy, business objectives and priorities, thought leadership and value proposition, brand identity and promise, corporate social responsibility &amp; partnerships, employee engagement and organizational changes.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 This individual will be working independently while collaborating with business leaders and internal functional leads to ensure strategic and operational alignment for all aspects of communications and joint hands in amplifying and elevating AEW's business and presence in the region.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Your Job Functions (Duties &amp; Responsibilities)
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Designing and executing an integrated communications program across the company.Taking charge in driving, supporting and advising on internal and external communications, including communications planning, media relations &amp; agency, speaking opportunities, events &amp; sponsorships, marketing partnership to support business development, business merger &amp; acquisitions support including JVs and partnerships, communications channels selection &amp; media monitoring, budgeting &amp; expenditure, and report management.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Internal Communications / Employee Communications
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Implement a regional employee communications plan that strengthens AEW's culture and employee engagement by keeping employees informed and engaged with clear, purposeful, and strategic content
  </li>
  <li>
   Support management, business leaders and functional leads in:
  </li>
  <li>
   Identifying needs, objectives, and strategies for development of internal communications, including but not limited to key business issues (e.g., crisis communications), key business transformation, and organizational change management projects
  </li>
  <li>
   Developing internal communications that focuses on clear, concise, consistent, timely and effective messaging for employees to keep them abreast of company plan and direction, management message, as well as key organizational and functional announcement (e.g. HR, HSSE, Ethics &amp; Compliance, Business Development, Marketing, etc) to cater for the target regional market units and audience.
  </li>
  <li>
   Drafting of scripts, speeches, correspondences, and presentation materials to best serve the needs and purpose of internal communications.
  </li>
  <li>
   Plan, conceptualize, propose and implement appropriate delivery channel and feedback mechanism, be it through virtual, digital or otherwise, such as Townhalls, coffee chats, video production, social media platforms such as Viva engage, email, newsletter, events, functions, and so on.
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist as conduit to cascade, promote and disseminate appropriate internal communication from Aljomaih Holding Company to ensure alignment with the strategy, consistent messaging, uphold brand identity, compliance with corporate guidelines such as gifts &amp; sponsorships, foster common culture, identity and engagement, and upkeep positive brand positioning.
  </li>
  <li>
   Serve as a responsive, quality-focused, positive, and trusted partner for communications needs with all internal stakeholders throughout the region
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  External Communications - Public/Media/Customer Relations
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Manage and support the execution of external communications in accordance with the strategic communications plan, including authority &amp; public relations, social &amp; media relations, executive thought leadership, customer and business partnership, supply chain relations, crisis communications and global responsibility.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure alignment with the AEW's strategic direction across all the region's external communications channels to ensure consistent messaging and positive brand positioning.
  </li>
  <li>
   Work collaboratively with internal teams to enhance efforts to generate favorable opinion about our market and positioning in the region, and garner local and regional media attention to bring about market thought leadership, positive brand image and drive business development opportunities. Support management, business leaders and functional leads in:
  </li>
  <li>
   Identifying needs, objectives, and strategies for development of external communications, including but not limited to key speaking opportunities, interviews, social media profiling, events, functions &amp; sponsorships, business development, customer &amp; business partnerships, marketing, branding, corporate social responsibility, crisis communications, and so on
  </li>
  <li>
   Planning for industry/event speaking and keynote management opportunities, liaison with event organizers on all aspects of logistics, and preparation of the relevant draft and relevant background information
  </li>
  <li>
   Developing external communications that focuses on clear, concise, consistent, timely and effective external best-in-class messages, interviews, correspondences, digital &amp; social engagement, and presentation materials that cater for the target regional market units and audience
  </li>
  <li>
   Work with the appointed PR agency to:
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead the preparation and distribution of company news and information to regional business and trade media outlets, and in development of media relations plans
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with media-on-media information request, gain positive coverage and promote AEW leaders as market thought leadership and business development opportunities
  </li>
  <li>
   Create thought leadership strategy for awareness in the media ensuring the overarching AEW priorities are adhered to, to deliver a rolling momentum of media coverage and message penetration
  </li>
  <li>
   Engage and manage external agencies, providing clear, concise, consistent, and top-quality drafts of press releases, scripts, speeches, interviews, messages, presentation materials and so on that are in congruent and alignment with regional and local messages
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide media training for business leaders and industry subject matter spokespeople
  </li>
  <li>
   Build and strengthen a personal network of regional/national media contacts
  </li>
  <li>
   Build strong collaboration with Business Development and Marketing team across the region to leverage, co-create and amplify impactful customer communications and customer stories through various platforms be it video, email, letters and personal interactions gearing towards customer satisfaction and generate potential business leads
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Social Media &amp; Communication Management
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Keep abreast of key trends and industry issues to ensure timely and relevant interaction and adaptation
  </li>
  <li>
   Autonomy with creation and posting to ensure momentum of AEW and industry content being distributed to internal and external stakeholders
  </li>
  <li>
   Create employee awareness and ensure adhere to social media &amp; External Communication policy to avoid pitfall in communication, adversity in brand impact and litigation issues
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Branding, Corporate Social Responsibility &amp; Partnership
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Assist in supporting brand activation events and activities to elevate our brand awareness and positioning in the region and in alignment with the global AEW brand to support our business objectives
  </li>
  <li>
   Support in CSR and partnership initiatives, including stakeholders mapping and strategic partnerships for sustainable development demonstrable through our know -how to address and facilitate access to energy solutions for the larger community
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Support for Business Merger &amp; Acquisition, JV and Partnership
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Provide communications support and integration on possible business merger and acquisitions, including joint-ventures and partnership projects to reach the set objectives and goals
  </li>
  <li>
   Work closely with project teams to create content, identifying media opportunities and liaison with counterpart on all external related communications
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Project Participation
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Proactive in participation of communications or cross-functional projects, as and when assigned, to broaden business acumen and people interaction
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Requirements
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Bachelor's degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing Communications or related field of study. Master's Degree will be added advantage
  </li>
  <li>
   7 + years of relevant deep work experience as professional communicator. Understanding of energy market and industry trends preferred
  </li>
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   Proven end-to-end management experience, spanning both in depth and breadth in communications from planning, execution to delivery. Previous experience in agency with account management experience preferred
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   Experience in communications with more than one influencer type; media, bloggers, analysts, governments officials, and employees
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   Strong proficiency in English and Arabic language
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   Outstanding presentation and communications skills, both written and spoken, deliver professionally with impact in appropriate content and context
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   Excellent copywriting, proof reading, editing, creative story-telling and consultative advisory skills
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   Deep skill in Microsoft Office suite and digitally savvy in social media, social networking, intranet, forums, online collaboration, videography, graphical design, and analytical tools
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   Excellent portfolio of media relations and professional network with proven record in maintaining and sustaining close public and media relations
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   Good team player and an individual contributor with career ambition to take on higher roles and responsibilities in future. Possess strong business acumen, agility, and ability to navigate well in a highly matrixed organization
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   Motivated, self-driven with good work planning, organization, and time management skills. Proactive, ownership, results-oriented, sense of urgency, committed and highly dependable
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   Pleasant personality and disposition, professional etiquette, good emotional quotient, resilience, interpersonal relations, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills. Adaptive to cultural diversity and inclusivity
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   Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight timeline, strong planning, multi-tasking, prioritization, and negotiation skills is highly anticipated. Ability to deal with ambiguity and influence cross-function teams is highly important
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Conagra Brands

<div><div><p>Reporting to our Senior Director of Communications, you will lead the development and execution of external communication strategies that support Conagra&rsquo;s business objectives and enhance the company&rsquo;s reputation. You will serve as a trusted advisor and spokesperson, managing high-visibility initiatives across media relations, thought leadership, sustainability, and crisis communications. This position requires a strategic communicator who can collaborate across functions, influence senior leaders, and deliver compelling narratives that resonate with external audiences.</p></div><p></p><p><b><br>
Your Impact:</b></p><ul><li>
 Lead strategic communications initiatives that shape and protect Conagra&rsquo;s corporate reputation, including programs related to corporate social responsibility, growth strategies, and key message platforms.</li><li>
Develop and execute communication strategies to support the company&rsquo;s sustainability efforts, including messaging for the citizenship report, website, social media, and executive presentations.</li><li>
Serve as a spokesperson and media liaison, cultivating relationships with key journalists and managing both proactive and reactive media engagements.</li><li>
Identify and prepare executives and subject matter experts for speaking engagements and media interviews, including coaching and development of supporting materials.</li><li>
Manage external communications during issues and crises, ensuring timely, accurate, and aligned messaging.</li><li>
Oversee communications related to mergers, acquisitions, and business transformations that impact external perceptions of the company.</li><li>
Lead the development of case studies and storytelling content in collaboration with internal and external partners.</li><li>
Ensure brand consistency across external communications, presentations, and visual materials.</li><li>
Support digital media strategy and execution, including website and social media content, with a focus on continuous improvement based on performance metrics.</li><li>
Monitor media coverage and industry trends to inform strategy and provide insights to company leadership.</li><li>
Build strong cross-functional relationships to align communication strategies with business goals.</li><li>
Manage agency partners and vendors, including scope of work and budget oversight.</li><li>
Track and evaluate communication program effectiveness, applying insights to optimize future initiatives.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Your Experience:</b></p><ul><li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.</li><li>
Minimum of 7 years of experience in corporate communications and/or public relations.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience across multiple areas of corporate communications, including media relations, crisis management, and executive visibility.</li><li>
Proven ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders across all levels of an organization.</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex topics clearly and persuasively.</li><li>
Skilled in leveraging emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, to enhance communication efficiency.</li><li>
Strategic thinker with sound judgment, decisiveness, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.</li><li>
Experience leading both short- and long-term projects with varying levels of complexity.</li><li>
Strong presentation skills and leadership presence.</li></ul><p></p><div><p><br>
Number of Days in Office: 3-4</p><p></p><p>
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</p></div><p></p><p><b>Compensation:</b></p>
Pay Range:$107,000-$156,000<p></p><p><i>
The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee&rsquo;s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees&rsquo; equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.</i></p><p></p><p><b>
Our Benefits:</b></p><p></p><p>
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:</p><ul><li>
Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement</li><li>
Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan</li><li>
Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement</li><li>
Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Our Company:</b></p><p></p><p>
At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions &ndash; within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye &reg;, Slim Jim&reg; and Reddi-Wip&reg;.</p><p></p><p>
Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.</p><p></p><p>
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.</p></div>

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