Head of Communications and Influence
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We are looking for a Head of Communications and Influence for a new JV start up. This role is a senior strategic role responsible for shaping public perception, driving brand narrative, and building industry authority.
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Overview
We are looking for a Head of Communications and Influence for a new JV start up.
This role is a senior strategic role responsible for shaping public perception, driving brand narrative, and building industry authority.
This leading role will oversee internal and external messaging, media relations, crisis communications, and stakeholder engagement to ensure all communication touchpoints align with the organization’s overarching goal
Core Responsibilities
- **Strategic Leadership:**
- Develop and execute integrated communications and influence strategies aligned with business objectives, growth targets, and market expansion plans.
- Utilize audience, market, and sentiment data to optimize communications strategies and improve performance
- **Media & Influencer Relations:**
- Build and maintain a high-value network of media, government, industry, and influencer relationships across the UAE and GCC.
- Monitor media performance, share of voice, audience reach, engagement, and sentiment to evaluate effectiveness and inform future strategies.
- **Corporate Narrative & Thought Leadership:**
- Develop compelling brand narratives and executive thought leadership programs that strengthen market positioning and stakeholder trust.
- Secure high-impact speaking opportunities, interviews, industry recognition, and editorial placements for senior executives.
- **Crisis Communications & Risk Mitigation:**
- Lead the management of media inquiries, stakeholder concerns, and sensitive communications issues with speed, professionalism, and strategic judgment.
- Develop crisis communications frameworks, response protocols, and risk-monitoring systems to proactively manage reputational threats.
- **Internal Communications:**
- Design and implement employee communications strategies that drive engagement, alignment, and understanding of company objectives.
- Measure internal communications effectiveness through employee engagement surveys, communication reach, participation rates, and sentiment analysis.
- **Cross-Functional Collaboration:**
- Partner closely with Marketing, Commercial, HR, Legal, and Public Affairs teams to ensure consistency across all communications channels.
- Support employer branding, corporate reputation, business development, and strategic partnership initiatives through integrated communications planning.
- **Performance Tracking:** Define Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of PR, content, and influence campaigns, reporting ROI to stakeholders
Key Requirements & Qualifications
**Experience:** 8+ years of experience in Communications, Public Relations, Corporate Affairs, or a related field, with proven experience leading teams and delivering measurable communications outcomes.
**Influence & Networking:** Established network of media, industry, government, and influencer contacts across the GCC/Middle East, with a proven ability to drive visibility and influence conversations.
**Communication Skills:** Exceptional written, verbal, editing, and storytelling skills.
Fluent in English (written and spoken); Arabic is a plus.
**Stakeholder Management:** Strong ability to manage media, executive, and stakeholder inquiries with professionalism, discretion, and responsiveness.
**Executive Presence:** High emotional intelligence (EQ) and confidence in advising and influencing C-suite executives and key stakeholders.
**Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field (Master’s degree or MBA preferred).
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