media relations manager

Rashid Deemas Al Suwaidi Advocates and Legal Consultants 

We're Hiring! - Marketing ManagerRashid Deemas Al Suwaidi Law Firm is seeking a highly experienced and qualified Marketing and Public Relations Manager to join our growing team in the UAE.Requirements:Minimum 5 years of experience in marketing and public relations in the UAEValid UAE residency visaUAE driving licenseFluency in English, with a deep understanding of English lawWe are looking for a professional who can represent our firm's image, manage external communications, and foster relationships with the media and strategic partners.Salary: To be discussed during the interview.If you meet the above qualifications and are ready to take on a prominent role at a prestigious law firm, we would be delighted to hear from you.To apply, please send your CV to: pr@rds-law.aeJob Type: Full-timePay: From AED3,000.00 per month

Marketing Manager

Al Khayyat Investments (AKI)

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 Role Purpose:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Group Communications Manager is responsible for delivering strategic, high-impact communications across AKI Group and all brands and business units. This role requires a highly creative, out-of-the-box communicator who can elevate AKI&rsquo;s storytelling through fresh thinking, modern communications techniques, and strong integration with digital and social channels.
 
 
 The role includes content creation, speechwriting, media relations, PR agency management, events communications, and cross-BU storytelling. Exceptional Arabic and English writing skills, a PR/journalism background, and a master&rsquo;s degree are mandatory.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 1. Creative, Modern Communications Strategy (Group + BUs)
 
 
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 Develop an innovative communications strategy that integrates PR, storytelling, digital execution, and social amplification.
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 Approach communications with out-of-the-box creativity, ensuring messages feel fresh, relevant, and people-centred.
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 Maintain a unified AKI narrative across all brands and industries.
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 2. PR Agency Management
 
 
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 Manage PR agencies, ensuring strong execution, creativity, and aligned messaging.
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 Review and approve all outputs including press releases, media pitches, thought leadership, and PR plans.
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 Push agencies to execute campaigns that are strategic, creative, and digitally amplified.
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 3. Media Relations &amp; External Engagement
 
 
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 Build strong relationships with Arabic and English media across the UAE and GCC.
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 Secure high-quality interviews, features, and coverage for AKI Group and business unit leaders.
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 Identify unique media angles and opportunities that elevate AKI&rsquo;s voice.
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 4. Content, Storytelling &amp; Leadership Speeches
 
 
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 Draft speeches, talking points, scripts, and remarks for Group leadership and BU leaders.
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 Produce high-quality written content including press releases, articles, op-eds, campaign messaging, and leadership content.
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 Translate business updates into compelling stories that highlight AKI&rsquo;s people, culture, innovation, and impact.
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 Apply creative thinking to elevate every piece of content.
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 5. Events Communications &amp; On-Ground Support
 
 
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 Lead communications for major Group and BU events, launches, conferences, and ceremonies.
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 Prepare all event messaging: invitations, speeches, press packs, talking points, and announcements.
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 Ensure all events are supported with digital amplification in partnership with the Social Media team.
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 6. Cross-BU Collaboration &amp; Story Pipeline Development
 
 
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 Work closely with all business units to gather updates, achievements, human stories, and commercial milestones.
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 Build a strong editorial pipeline that reflects AKI&rsquo;s full portfolio&mdash;from healthcare to logistics to retail to fitness.
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 Guide BU teams on creative, high-quality communications approaches.
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 7. Digital &amp; Social Amplification Integration
 
 
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 Collaborate with the Group Social Media Manager to ensure all communications are amplified across digital channels.
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 Develop integrated PR + social strategies for campaigns, events, and announcements.
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 Ensure digital mindsets guide all communications planning.
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 9. Reporting &amp; Measurement
 
 
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 Produce monthly and quarterly reports covering PR results, sentiment, media coverage, event outcomes, and digital amplification impact.
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 Use insights to refine strategies and identify new opportunities.
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 Skills &amp; Experience:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Mandatory Requirements
 
 
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 Exceptional Arabic and English writing skills
 
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 PR agency or journalism experience
 
 (minimum 3&ndash;5 years) &ndash; mandatory.
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 Master&rsquo;s degree required
 
 in Communications, Journalism, PR, Business, or related fields.
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 Demonstrated ability to think creatively and develop out-of-the-box communications.
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 Proven speechwriting and content creation skills.
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 Professional Experience:
 
 
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 7&ndash;10 years&rsquo; experience in corporate communications, PR, or integrated communications.
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 Experience managing communications for events and leadership engagements.
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 Strong understanding of PR, digital, social media, and how they work together.
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 Strong media relationships in the UAE and GCC.
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 Experience working across multi-brand, multi-industry organisations.
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 Key Competencies:
 
 
 
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 Out-of-the-box creative thinking
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 Strategic planning and communications design
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 High-quality writing and editorial judgement
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 Digital integration and social amplification
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 Strong media and PR agency management
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 Speechwriting and event communications
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 Cross-BU collaboration
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 Crisis communication capability
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 Professional maturity and discretion
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 What Success Looks Like:
 
 
 
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 Storytelling that feels creative, modern, and true to AKI&rsquo;s identity.
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 A strong pipeline of stories from all AKI business units.
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 High-impact speeches and leadership content aligned with key narratives.
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 Effective, creative PR campaigns amplified across social and digital.
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 Strong media presence in Arabic and English outlets.
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 PR agencies performing with excellence and creativity.
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 Consistent, elevated reputation for AKI across all sectors.
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 Work Location:
 
 Dubai
 
 
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Group Communications Manager

Majid Al Futtaim

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 Role Summary
 
 
 
 The role supports the Communications and Public Relations team in carrying out daily activities across the Majid Al Futtaim Entertainment portfolio, including Cinema, Global Snow, and Leisure and Entertainment brands. It involves assisting in the implementation of initiatives designed to increase brand awareness and strengthen brand presence. The position contributes to gaining media coverage and enhancing the organization&rsquo;s public image. Additionally, it plays an important role in building and
 
 
 
 ROLE PROFILE
 
 
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 Develop and maintain strong relationships with Arabic media contacts and influencers to support brand visibility and communication goals.
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 Coordinate media requests, visits, and event logistics, ensuring smooth execution of public relations events and campaigns across the Majid Al Futtaim Entertainment portfolio.
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 Support the creation and implementation of influencer strategies aligned with marketing objectives, including generating content ideas and coordinating attendance at events.
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 Assist in drafting, editing, and proofreading Arabic communication materials such as press releases, media kits, and event-related content.
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 Track media coverage, compile performance reports, and conduct basic research on industry trends and competitor communications to support continuous improvement of public relations strategies.
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 Provide administrative support to the Corporate Communications team, including maintaining records, coordinating meetings, and offering day-to-day assistance to ensure timely and efficient operations.
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 Requirements
 
 
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 Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Arabic, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic knowledge of artificial intelligence tools.
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 Exhibit excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
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 Show a proactive attitude, willingness to learn, teamwork skills, and knowledge of regional media and influencer trends across the Middle East
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 Hold a bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field; prior experience or internships in communications or media are a plus.
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 What We Offer
 
 
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 At Majid Al Futtaim, we&rsquo;re on a mission to create great moments, to spread happiness, to build, experiences that stay in our memories for a lifetime. We&rsquo;re proud to say that over the past 27 years, we have built a reputation as a regional market leader in what we do. Join us!
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 Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future.
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 Work with over 45,000 diverse and talented colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.
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Public Relations Executive | Emirati talent

Careem

<div><div>Careem is building the Everything App for the greater Middle East &mdash; making it easy to move around, order food and groceries, manage payments, and more. Our purpose is simple: to simplify and improve people&rsquo;s lives and build an awesome organisation that inspires. 
Since 2012, Careem has enabled earnings for over 2.5 million Captains, simplified the lives of more than 70 million customers, and built a platform where the region&rsquo;s best talent and entrepreneurs thrive. We operate in 70+ cities across 10 countries, from Morocco to Pakistan.

We&rsquo;re now entering our next chapter &mdash; one powered by AI. We&rsquo;re looking for AI talent: curious problem-solvers who know how to apply AI to build tools, automate workflows, and create real impact. Whether it&rsquo;s streamlining operations, enhancing customer experience, or reimagining internal systems &mdash; we want people who can make Careem work smarter and move faster.</div><div>
What you'll do
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<ul><li>External comms &amp; PR
<ul><li>Develop and implement external communications plans for key product and business 
announcements across Careem&rsquo;s verticals (Careem Pay, Careem Food, Careem Quik, Careem 
DineOut, Careem Bike, Tenants, Donations, and more).</li>
<li>Draft bilingual press releases, media statements, and executive briefings that reflect Careem&rsquo;s 
tone and strategic objectives.</li>
<li>Maintain and strengthen relationships with tier-one media across print, digital, and broadcast 
channels to secure consistent, high-quality coverage.</li>
<li>Build and nurture strong relationships with journalists and editors covering fintech, AI, business, 
and lifestyle across both English and Arabic titles in the UAE.</li>
<li>Identify and leverage emerging digital media channels and new content formats to stay ahead of 
the rapidly evolving media landscape.</li>
<li>Proactively pitch stories, interviews, and features that reinforce Careem as the region&rsquo;s leading 
tech platform</li>
<li>Provide strategic counsel on crisis communication in coordination with the leadership team and 
relevant stakeholders.</li>
<li>Collaborate cross-functionally with Social Media, Marketing, Product, and Government Relations 
teams to ensure message consistency across channels.</li>
<li>Collaborate with senior leaders and external partners to develop case studies, op-eds, articles, 
and whitepapers.</li>
</ul></li></ul><ul><li>Events &amp; executive profiling
<ul><li>Identify and coordinate executive speaking opportunities at leading, impactful industry events, 
preparing talking points and media briefing documents.</li>
<li>Evaluate the quality and relevance of external events and advise on Careem&rsquo;s participation 
strategy to ensure alignment with business objectives.</li>
<li>Prepare senior leadership for speaking engagements through tailored briefing documents and 
prep sessions</li>
<li>Ensure all spokespeople are media-trained, confident, and aligned with Careem&rsquo;s narrative and 
messaging.</li>
<li>Attend events in person to support on-the-ground communications, manage media interactions, 
and post-event feedback.</li>
<li>Identify high-impact, relevant awards for Careem&rsquo;s senior leadership and internal teams across 
functions, and manage the full nomination process.</li>
</ul></li></ul><ul><li>Agency management
<ul><li>Manage Careem&rsquo;s PR agency, providing strategic direction, evaluating performance, and ensuring 
proactive delivery of results.</li>
<li>Conduct regular performance reviews and ensure the agency delivers creative, insight-led 
communications that drive measurable outcomes and a clear ROI.</li>
</ul></li></ul><ul><li>Content strategy
<ul><li>Produce and edit high-quality content in both English and Arabic for media, blogs, and external 
platforms.</li>
<li>Maintain brand consistency across all communications, ensuring adherence to Careem&rsquo;s external 
comms guidelines.</li>
<li>Review and approve all communications and campaigns related to Careem Ads partnerships, 
ensuring compliance with brand safety, regional sensitivities, and reputational standards.</li>
<li>Build and maintain documentation, templates, and trackers to streamline communications 
processes and ensure best practices are followed.</li>
</ul>
</li></ul></div>What you'll need
<ul>
<li>Fluent in Arabic and English, written and spoken</li>
<li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>7+ years of experience in corporate communications or public relations (agency background 
preferred)</li>
<li>Thrives in a fast-paced environment, highly adaptable</li>
<li>Strong UAE media relations</li>
<li>Deep understanding of the UAE media landscape and emerging digital storytelling platforms</li>
<li>Can easily collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functionally</li>
<li>Experience managing external agencies</li>
<li>Experience with crisis &amp; reputation management</li>
<li>Proficient in using ChatGPT and Google Gemini to enhance content development across comms 
workflows.</li>
<li>Skilled at building AI-assisted processes that significantly increase output quality, volume, and 
turnaround time, improving team productivity</li>
</ul>
What we&rsquo;ll provide you

We offer colleagues the opportunity to drive impact in the region while they learn and grow. As a full time Careem colleague, you will be able to:
<ul>
<li>Work and learn from great minds by joining a community of inspiring colleagues.</li>
<li>Put your passion to work in a purposeful organisation dedicated to creating impact in a region with a lot of untapped potential.</li>
<li>Explore new opportunities to learn and grow every day.</li>
<li>Work 4 days a week in office &amp; 1 day from home, and remotely from any country in the world for 30 days a year with unlimited vacation days per year. (If you are in an individual contributor role in tech, you will have 2 office days a week and 3 to work from home.)</li>
<li>Access to healthcare benefits and fitness reimbursements for health activities including gym, health club, and training classes.</li></ul></div></div>

Communications Manager

DP World

<div>Strategic Government Relations
<ul><li>Develop and implement the organization&rsquo;s government relations strategy in alignment with corporate objectives.
</li><li>Build and maintain high-level relationships with ministries, free zones, semi-government bodies, and embassies/consulates across the UAE and GCC.
</li><li>Represent the company at official meetings, conferences, and events with government authorities to strengthen corporate visibility and partnerships.
</li></ul>Regulatory Compliance and Oversight
<ul><li>Oversee all corporate documentation, renewals, permits, licenses, and regulatory approvals in the UAE and GCC.
</li><li>Ensure compliance with changing laws and regulations affecting company operations and employees.
</li><li>Act as the primary liaison with relevant authorities to facilitate approvals and resolve any compliance challenges.
</li></ul>Leadership and Team Management
<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the PRO team, ensuring adherence to company policies and consistent delivery of high-quality service.
</li><li>Set clear objectives, monitor performance, and foster continuous improvement within the team.
</li><li>Establish efficient processes for documentation, visa management, and permit renewals to ensure operational excellence.
</li></ul>Stakeholder Engagement and Advisory
<ul><li>Provide expert advice to management on government-related matters, policies, and procedural updates.
</li><li>Support strategic initiatives and projects requiring government or regulatory engagement.
</li><li>Coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely completion of government transactions and compliance obligations.
</li></ul>Regional and Cross-Border Relations
<ul><li>Manage and support government-related operations across GCC and Arab countries, ensuring unified compliance standards.
</li><li>Stay informed of regional regulatory trends and provide recommendations to adapt organizational practices accordingly.</li></ul></div>

MANAGER - PUBLIC RELATIONS

LEGOLAND® Dubai Resort

<div>
 
 
 Scope of Work (JOB PURPOSE)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 As PR Specialist, you&rsquo;ll be responsible for telling the LEGOLAND&reg; Dubai Resort story to the outside world, driving awareness, excitement, and positive coverage across local, regional, and select international markets. From media titles and online publications to influencers and VIPs, you will build relationships, shape stories, and create moments that keep LEGOLAND&reg; top of mind for families planning their next day out or holiday.
 
 
 
 
 
 This is a hands-on role in a fun, fast-paced environment where creativity, energy, and resilience are essential. You&rsquo;ll play a direct role in boosting footfall to the parks and hotel during a highly competitive trading period
 
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 Main Responsibilities
 
 
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 Develop and deliver a proactive PR plan that secures consistent, positive coverage across print, broadcast, digital media, and influencer platforms.
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 Manage day-to-day press office activity: drafting press releases, responding to media enquiries, and nurturing strong relationships with journalists and content creators.
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 Identify, brief, and manage influencers to support campaigns, launches, and seasonal events.
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 Coordinate and host press events, influencer activations, and VIP experiences in-park.
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 Support crisis communications, ensuring clear, timely, and brand-safe responses.
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 Liaise closely with the Director of Sales &amp; Marketing, Dubai Parks Destination Management team, and Merlin Entertainments Group Corporate Communications to align PR efforts with wider strategies.
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 Collaborate with Sales, Guest Services, and Events teams to integrate PR into broader guest experience initiatives.
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 Monitor and report on media coverage and influencer performance, providing actionable insights to improve ROI.
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 Represent and protect the LEGOLAND Dubai voice across all PR activities, ensuring tone is fun, family-friendly, and brand-consistent.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Health &amp; Safety
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Managers/Supervisors are responsible for all aspects of Health, Safety &amp; Security within their department, in line with the Group Policy (HS001). In particular, they must ensure that risk assessments have been carried out, that safe working procedures are in place for all work activities and that all employees under their management are aware of the Group Health, Safety and Security Policy and their obligations under it. They must ensure that safe working practices are monitored, and that risk assessments and procedures are reviewed regularly. Where incidents do occur, they must ensure that they are investigated appropriately and that where necessary, corrective action is taken to ensure that such incidents are not repeated.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications, Experience, &amp; Skills
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in communications, Media, PR, or related field.
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 3&ndash;5 years of PR experience within leisure, hospitality, entertainment, or agency environments.
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 Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken) &ndash; essential.
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 Strong network of local media and influencer contacts; international media experience is a plus.
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 Demonstrated success in planning and executing PR and influencer campaigns.
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 Excellent writing, storytelling, and communication skills.
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 Strong organizational and project management abilities.
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 Confident working under pressure, managing shifting priorities, and delivering results.
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</div>

Public Relations Specialist

Yatsudoki Chateraise

General Summary or Job ObjectiveHandle the media &amp; PR requirements of INDEX Media in line with company&rsquo;s strategic plan, vision, mission, values, goals and objectives and the business plan set for the Media &amp; Marketing Department.Essential Functions<ul><li>Prepare, plan and develop an effective media plan including but not limited to Public Relation Activities, Mass Media Activities, Journalism, Advertisement, Commercials, Publishing and Internet.</li><li>Coordinate with project managers, event coordinators to prepare events&rsquo; Media &amp; PR campaigns.</li><li>Develop and maintain the Media Library</li><li>Able to write press releases, reports, advertorials and speeches based on specific briefs</li><li>Able to write in an accurate, clear and complete style</li><li>Meet related deadlines</li><li>Can organize and conduct effective press events</li><li>Is able to contact and attract the local and international members of the press to press events</li><li>Is able to follow up with reporters on publications of press releases and other related articles</li><li>Ensure proper media coverage for undertaken activity or event</li><li>Maintain a good working relationship with members of the press</li><li>Maintain good archives for all publicized events</li><li>Manage booking of advertising space</li><li>Work closely with web developers to update news section on INDEX Holding&rsquo;s websites</li><li>Coordinate with the different (Probable) external clients to prepare their media campaigns</li><li>Liaise with designers for the execution of high quality advertisements</li><li>Handle any related translation job</li><li>Develop reports about Media &amp; PR activities</li></ul>Qualifications and Experience<ul><li>University graduate in a related field</li><li>5 years+ experience in a similar field</li></ul>Skills required<ul><li>Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude to dealing with people</li><li>Capable of hands on problem-solving, with ability to generate ideas and solutions</li><li>Able to work under pressure</li><li>Ability to use own initiative and pay close attention to detail</li><li>Ability to produce high quality work</li><li>Ability to cope with competing demands and to prioritize tasks</li><li>Excellent time management skills</li><li>Capable of working independently and as part of the project team</li><li>Good team player/leader</li><li>Have responsibility as an individual</li><li>Ability to use email and Internet applications</li></ul>Job Type: Full-time

Press & Media Relation Executive

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