Communications Specialist (Qatari National only)

University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) was officially established by the Emiri Decision No13 of 2022, and it is the first national university specializing in academic applied, technical, and professional education in the State of Qatar.

UDST has over 70 bachelor's and master's degree programs, diplomas, and certificates.

The university houses 5 colleges: The College of Business, the College of Computing and Information Technology, the College of Engineering and Technology, the College of Health Sciences, and the College of General Education, in addition to specialized training centers for individuals and companies.

UDST is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities.

Its world-renowned faculty and researchers work on developing the students’ skills and help raise well-equipped graduates who proudly serve different sectors of the economy and contribute to achieving human, social, and economic development goals nationally and internationally.

With more than 700 staff and over 8,000 students, UDST is the destination of choice for applied and experiential learning.

The University is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities.

Our faculty are committed to delivering pedagogically-sound learning experiences that incorporate innovative learning technologies.

Our aim is to enhance students’ skills and help develop talented graduates who can effectively contribute to a knowledge-based economy and make Qatar’s National Vision 2030 a reality.

Create, copywrite and translate UDST content for different type of channels to ensure the consistency in the messages and tone of voice.

Contribute to accurate distribution of UDST news, publications and information through relevant internal and external online and offline media platforms to support communications initiatives.

Support in the writing and distribution of copy for publications, marketing and promotional materials and press releases for various print and social media channels to encourage awareness of UDST in alignment with communication strategies and plans.

Maintain strong working relationships with media stakeholders to encourage positive digital media, Tv, Radio, press coverage of UDST.

Facilitate response to media requests for interviews, photos and other information to ensure positive, accurate and timely promotion of UDST in line with UDST’s initiatives.

Support in media training for senior management and Academic Staff as required, to strengthen their role as UDST representatives on a need basis.

Assist in the research and writing of speaking notes for UDST executives and external guests for corporate events and press conferences.

Liaise with all business units to share information and identify the latest positive stories and accomplishments that can be communicated to strengthen brand positioning.

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Communications required

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Communications, or related field

Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic language required.