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senior communications specialist

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

<div>Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi is looking for a Communications &amp; Engagement Specialist to join our People &amp; Culture Team.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world&rsquo;s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi is the definition of an unrivalled Arabian fantasy. From a 1.3km pristine private beach, landscaped pools and a private marina overlooking a natural bay, the hotel is located in the heart of Abu Dhabi and perfect for a once-in-a-lifetime holiday or for events and meetings that make a statement, with some of the city&rsquo;s largest hotel conference centres. Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi offers award-winning 5-star luxury hospitality and authentic local experiences with 390 luxurious rooms and suites along with award-winning culinary cuisines.

About the job

Based at the Emirates palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi within the People &amp; Culture Department, the Communications &amp; Engagement Specialist is responsible in communication of P&amp;C initiatives and fostering employee engagement through various channels such as MyMO/Beekeper, digital signage, noticeboards and colleagues&rsquo; social media and events to ensure alignment with the division goals. The Communications &amp; Engagement Specialist reports to the Director of People &amp; Culture/ Assistant Director of People &amp; Culture.

As a Communications &amp; Engagement Specialist, you will be responsible for the following duties:
<ul>
<li>Develop and implement comprehensive colleague engagement strategy annually</li>
<li>Plan and execute internal communication initiatives to ensure clear and consistent messaging across the hotel</li>
<li>Collaborate with various departments to create engaging content for internal communication, announcements, and updates</li>
<li>Organize and coordinate colleague events, team building activities and recognition programs to promote a positive and collaborative work environment</li>
<li>Monitor and analyse colleagues&rsquo; feedback and engagement metrics to identify areas of improvement and implement solutions accordingly</li>
<li>To collate various colleagues&rsquo; communications e.g. Town Hall Meetings, Fan of the Month, birthday celebrations, meetings and committees e.g. sports, social, focus groups</li>
<li>Stay updated on industry best practices and trends to continuously enhance the initiatives.</li>
<li>Colleagues&rsquo; noticeboards are up to date with all Hotel and Local Activities, Guest Comments, Emirates Palace Sports Teams and all other relevant information for colleagues</li>
<li>To produce a Monthly Colleagues Activity Schedule to include sporting events, representative teams, outings such as shopping and tourism visits, gatherings, celebrations, and annual party</li>
<li>To facilitate and organize the Get-Togethers such as Majlis, Fan of the Month celebrations etc. and ensure the agenda, certificates and photographs are prepared in advance</li>
<li>Ensure all colleagues&rsquo; activities are posted in MyMO/Beekeper.</li>
<li>Enrol new colleagues in Beekeper and deactivate the leavers.</li>
<li>Conduct a presentation on Beekeper in Move-In Orientation.</li>
<li>To ensure sports are represented evenly in MOAUH for colleagues. Assist in the co-ordination of the Ramadan Activities.</li>
<li>Assist in daily update of colleagues&rsquo; birthdays in &lsquo;Day of Delight/DOD&rsquo;</li>
<li>Prepare the morning briefing sheet for DOP&amp;C /ADOP&amp;C with P&amp;C operational updates</li>
<li>Co-ordinate and arrange baby basket for newborn babies of colleagues</li>
<li>Review and co-ordinate all colleagues&rsquo; suggestions</li>
<li>Organize interdepartmental competitions</li>
</ul>
As a Communications &amp; Engagement Specialist, we expect from you:
<ul>
<li>Previous experience in the same role in a high volume internationally recognized luxury hotel chain, resort experience is a plus</li>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in hospitality management, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.</li>
<li>An outgoing personality with excellent communication and organizational skills, problem solving, detail oriented and multitasking</li>
</ul>
Our commitment to you
<ul><li>Learning &amp; Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.</li>
<li>MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it&rsquo;s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.</li>
<li>Heath &amp; Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.</li>
<li>Retirement Plans. When you show commitment to us, we reciprocate. We offer different retirement plans depending on the length of your service and your role.</li>
</ul>
We&rsquo;re Fans. Are you?</div>

People & Culture Communications & Engagement Specialist

AECOM

<div>Company Description 
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world&rsquo;s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. 
Job Description 
AECOM is currently seeking an experienced Communications specialist, to join our Marketing &amp; Communications team, in Abu Dhabi, The successful candidate will create, direct and implement integrated messaging and communications strategies to reach internal and external audiences, including our employees, clients, partners and media, investors and Board of Directors, across all digital and in-person channels.
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Maintain internal communications strategies that promote company values, culture and strategic objectives.</li><li>
Write and adapt copy in the appropriate style for all audiences including internal, media and clients and for different media including print, digital and social media.</li><li>
Work with other members of the Strategy &amp; Growth team, including the graphic design studio, to produce timely and consistent marketing communications materials.</li><li>
Successfully apply creative thinking and clear communication principles to all communications to improve tone, clarity, style, grammar and terminology; and align with AECOM&rsquo;s brand voice.</li><li>
Oversee content creation, internal campaigns and brand messaging across all internal channels.</li><li>
Monitor effectiveness of communications initiatives and optimize strategies to increase impact.</li><li>
Learn and demonstrate an ongoing understanding of AECOM&rsquo;s brand, technical capabilities, services, audiences and channels.</li><li>
Use and manage content management systems to keep the MEA pages of AECOM&rsquo;s intranet and internet up to date.</li><li>
Administrate Viva Engage (internal social media network) to keep group memberships up to date and encourage its use.</li></ul> 
Qualifications 
<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in marketing, communications or public relations field.</li><li>
4-6 years&rsquo; full-time experience in a similar role.</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communications skills.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of internal communications and employee engagement processes and tools.</li><li>
Strategic thinker with strong analytical, organizational and stakeholder-management skills.</li></ul> 

Additional Information<div></div> 
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&amp;D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients&rsquo; complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle &ndash; from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you&rsquo;ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you&rsquo;ve always envisioned. Here, you&rsquo;ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.</div>

Communications Specialist

Consulum

<div>
 
 ***Please note this role is based full-time in Manama, Bahrain***
 
 
 
 
 
 ABOUT CONSULUM
 
 
 Consulum are the leading intelligence-led strategy and communications firm. We design and activate evidence-led programmes to deliver targeted outcomes for governments and businesses. Rooted in the MENA region and powered by the Stagwell Global Network, we bring deep insight, cutting-edge tools, and creative firepower to every challenge.
 
 
 
 
 
 We combine unrivalled experience with proprietary research capabilities to generate the clarity leaders need to cut through complexity, act with precision, and deliver meaningful impact. Our vision is to set the global benchmark for how strategy and communications is used to deliver real-world outcomes.
 
 
 
 
 
 As part of a global network, we are linked to more than 13,000 colleagues across 40+ countries, each bringing expertise in communications, research, digital, advertising, transformation, and AI-powered tools. This connection gives us additional tools, insights, and capability to set the industry standard.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ABOUT THE ROLE
 
 
 A unique opportunity to join a leading intelligence-led strategy and communications firm. We are seeking account leads to lead projects that integrate expertise from a range of disciplines, including strategic communications, capacity building and public policy.
 
 
 Candidates might currently be working for government organisations, at communications agencies, multilateral institutions, non-profits or corporations.
 
 
 
 
 
 LOCATION
 
 
 Bahrain
 
 
 
 
 
 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Achieving commercial outcomes:
 
 Winning, retaining and renewing clients is the core responsibility of senior leads at Consulum.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Leading the work:
 
 Bringing together a rangeof different Consulumexperts to deliver an integrated, high-quality solutions for clients.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Building a relationship of influence with the client:
 
 Winning the trust of the principal client and providingthem insight, analysisand advice they take seriously.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Leading the Consulum team:
 
 Ensuring Consulum team members understand the mission, are clear about their role, deliver high-quality work and generally perform to standard. A critical aspectof leadership at Consulum is to ensureevery team member develops their skills and abilities and can progress over time.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Participating in businessdevelopment:
 
 working with the wider Consulumteam to generate leads, develop proposals and deliver pitches.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Skills
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Communications planning and delivery:
 
 the ability to execute these functions at the highest level.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Intelligence:
 
 structured, logical thinkingand presentation: the ability to develop and deliver comprehensive analyses and coherent presentations.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 People:
 
 the ability to lead, influence and mentor people.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 English:
 
 excellent written and spoken businessEnglish.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Project management
 
 : an abilityto structure and manage the delivery of projects and programmes.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Software:
 
 PowerPoint skills are essential.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Attributes
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Leadership:
 
 the ability to develop relationships of influence with clients and staff alike.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Can-do:
 
 being resourceful, proactive, positive and problem-solving.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Resilienceand stamina
 
 : the abilityto handle diverseclients and a large workload.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Development-orientation:
 
 curiosity and the desire to learn, grow and progress.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Caring for others:
 
 caring about the well-being, develop and progression of more junior staff is critical to any leadership position at Consulum.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Ambition and humility:
 
 we want people who are hungry to grow, but not at the cost of others. Being able to take people on a journey is a key part of being able to work and lead at Consulum
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 15 + years&rsquo; experience in strategy, communications or policy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Idealbackgrounds include government, public sector, management consultancy, communications consultancy, charity and think tanks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience of client relationship building, relationship management and presenting to senior stakeholders.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 OUR VALUES
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Solve What Matters
 
 
 
 We solve the right problem, not just the brief.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Challenge With Purpose
 
 
 
 Intelligent, constructive challenge &mdash; for clients and ourselves.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Build Together
 
 
 
 One team, shared development, collective wins.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 WHY WORK HERE
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Work for a purpose-driven organisation seeking to improve the positive performance and impact of governments and corporates.
 </li>
 <li>
 Be part of and contribute to some of the most interesting and challenging government reform programmes in the world.
 </li>
 <li>
 Be part of a high-performance culture defined by the pursuit of excellence, collaboration and a focus on professional development.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute to the development of the business.
 </li>
 <li>
 Progress with a clear and achievable path to promotion.
 </li>
 <li>
 Tax-free living.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Account Lead - Communications (Bahrain)

Discovered MENA

<div>
 
 
 Senior Manager &ndash; Executive Communications (Emiratisation)
 
 
 
 
 Abu Dhabi
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re supporting a leading organisation in Abu Dhabi to hire an
 
 Emirati
 
 for a high-profile
 
 Senior Manager &ndash; Executive Communications
 
 role. This is an exceptional opportunity to work directly with the MD &amp; Group CEO Office, shaping executive voice, visibility, and thought leadership at the highest level.
 
 
 
 
 
 If you&rsquo;re a standout communicator with exceptional writing skills, strategic depth, and experience advising senior leaders, this role is for you.
 
 
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Be Doing
 
 
 
 
 
 
 🔹 Develop and lead an executive communications strategy
 
 
 🔹 Advise senior leadership on messaging, tone, and positioning
 
 
 🔹 Craft speeches, talking points, op-eds, memos, and social content
 
 
 🔹 Prepare the executive for interviews, panels, and major events
 
 
 🔹 Manage executive visibility across media, events, and conferences
 
 
 🔹 Lead internal communications for CEO-led initiatives
 
 
 🔹 Shape and manage executive social media presence
 
 
 🔹 Support sensitive and crisis-related communications
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What We&rsquo;re Looking For
 
 
 
 ✔ Emirati (mandatory)
 
 
 ✔ Extensive experience in executive or corporate communications
 
 
 ✔ Exceptional writing + storytelling skills
 
 
 ✔ Strong experience working with senior leadership
 
 
 ✔ Ability to navigate complex, fast-paced environments
 
 
 ✔ Bilingual Arabic/English strongly preferred
 
 
 ✔ Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Communications (Master&rsquo;s preferred)
 
 
 
</div>

Communications Executive

APCO

We are currently looking for a senior project manager for our client in public sector. This person needs to be a Senior Project Manager to lead and coordinate the strategic planning, messaging alignment, and execution of Abu Dhabi Government's unified presence at a leading technology event. This pivotal role will serve as the central coordination point across 52 Government entities, working closely with senior communications advisors, entity communications directors, the Abu Dhabi Media Office, and event agencies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing complex, high-profile government or national pavilions at major events. They must bring deep expertise in stakeholder coordination, strategic communications planning, narrative integration, and on-ground activation, along with a strong understanding of reputation management and media dynamics. Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Lead the cross-government coordination and delivery of Abu Dhabi's presence at a technology event in collaboration with client's leadership.</li> <li>Serve as the liaison between the client and communications leads from all 52 Abu Dhabi Government entities to ensure narrative alignment, messaging consistency, and coordinated announcements.</li> <li>Develop and manage an integrated project timeline covering strategy, messaging development, event activation, media outreach, and stakeholder engagement.</li> <li>Oversee planning and execution of announcement moments, activations, and pavilions-ensuring they reflect Abu Dhabi's ambition to lead as the world's first AI-native government.</li> <li>Coordinate closely with Abu Dhabi Media Office on shared communications, editorial approvals, and potential media risks.</li> <li>Work hand-in-hand with event management agencies, creative partners, and protocol teams to ensure smooth operational delivery.</li> <li>Anticipate and address reputation and communications risks with a crisis-sensitive mindset.</li> <li>Provide weekly updates and strategic insight to clients' leadership and senior advisors on project progress, risks, and opportunities.</li> </ul> Requirements <ul> <li>8+ years of experience in strategic communications, project management, or large-scale government events.</li> <li>Prior experience coordinating with senior government stakeholders and communications leaders.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to manage high-pressure, high-visibility initiatives with complex stakeholder landscapes.</li> <li>Strong understanding of strategic positioning, public sector branding, and media engagement.</li> <li>Attention to detail, diplomatic communication style, and ability to manage multiple streams simultaneously.</li> <li>Candidate must be based in Abu Dhabi or willing to rellocate.</li> </ul>

Senior Project Manager

Burson Global

<div><div>Who we are:

Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.
<div>
Burson is part of WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company. For more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.</div></div>
More about the role:

As an Account Director, you will be a central figure in our client relationships, confidently managing a portfolio of accounts and contributing significantly to the practice's strategic success. You will possess the gravitas to offer strategic communications counsel to C-suite executives and senior government stakeholders, and the ability to inspire and guide your project teams in the intricate world of government and public sector communications.

What you'll do:
<ul><li>Lead strategic communications counsel for senior B2B and B2G clients on reputation management, public perception, and critical communications challenges.</li>
<li>Develop, oversee, and execute comprehensive public relations strategies, impactful public awareness campaigns, and integrated stakeholder communication plans.</li>
<li>Drive thought leadership initiatives that strategically position clients, shape public discourse, and enhance their reputation within the UAE and wider region.</li>
<li>Manage complex media relations for sensitive public issues and proactive campaigns, engaging with key journalists, influencers, and commentators across diverse media platforms.</li>
<li>Lead crisis and issues management pertaining to public scrutiny, media challenges, or reputational threats for clients.</li>
<li>Drive new business growth within the Government &amp; Public Sector Communications domain, from identifying opportunities to leading pitches and conversion.</li>
<li>Mentor and develop senior and junior team members, fostering a culture of strategic communications excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.</li>
</ul>Experience that contributes to success:
<ul><li>Proven experience as an Account Director or Senior Account Manager, with significant expertise in strategic communications, and media relations, particularly with government or public sector clients.</li>
<li>Demonstrable track record in providing strategic communications counsel to senior B2B/B2G clients on complex public perception and reputational matters.</li>
<li>Expertise in designing and executing effective strategic communications campaigns, public awareness initiatives, and integrated stakeholder communication plans.</li>
<li>Strong media relations skills across broadcast, print, digital, and social channels, specifically within the governmental, corporate, and general news landscapes, including crisis communication.</li>
<li>Deep understanding of the UAE and regional public discourse, media landscape, and cultural nuances crucial for effective government communications.</li>
<li>Proven leadership in mentoring and developing high-performing teams, fostering strategic communications thinking and professional growth.</li>
<li>Strong commercial acumen, including P&amp;L oversight, new business development, and strategic budgeting for complex accounts.</li>
<li>Exceptional strategic thinking, issues management, and analytical skills to navigate and influence complex public opinion and media environments</li>
</ul>
#LI-RE1<div>
You belong at Burson:

Our vision is for Burson to be the leading &lsquo;academy company&rsquo; for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today&rsquo;s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.

At Burson, we&rsquo;re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That&rsquo;s why it&rsquo;s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can&rsquo;t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view&mdash;your talent&mdash;is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it&rsquo;s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we&rsquo;ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
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Account Director - Government & Public Affairs

IdeaCrate Edutainment

Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop and execute social media marketing strategies across major platforms</li><li>Manage content calendars and create engaging posts</li><li>Analyze performance metrics and optimize campaigns</li><li>Stay up-to-date with social media trends and best practices</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field</li><li>5+ years of experience in marketing and managing social media platforms</li><li>Proven track record as a Social Media Specialist or similar role</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Proficient in social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer, etc.)</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: Up to AED10,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Mention your Expected salary.</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Social Media: 8 years (Required)</li></ul>Location:<ul><li>Abu Dhabi (Required)</li></ul>

Social and Content Marketing Manager

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