100000000945.Communications Specialist

Key Result Areas:
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Participate in the development of the marketing & communications strategic plan and e-marketing strategy
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Implement approved plans under the guidance of the Marketing and Communications Manager
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Carry out market research to identify the positioning and awareness levels of the organization and suggest ways to enhance the same
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Interface with the Communications team and creative agencies for project briefings and for design execution requests
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Liaise with representatives of different PUE entities to understand their marketing and communications needs and provide them with needed services
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Help produce brochures, presentations, and other marketing & communications collateral
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Review the content of written communications (both external & internal) to ensure consistency
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Coordinate with QF Communications on marketing and communications-related projects to validate the format and content, and to ensure conformity and branding
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Coordinate with third parties to produce communications materials
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Vet content for the organization’s website and ensure that it is kept updated
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Source entity-branded promotional gift items and items for sale to publicize the organization and serve as a source of income
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Identify publicity opportunities, both traditional and in social media; organize press conferences and other media events
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Other reasonable tasks as assigned by supervisor

Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field
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2-5 years of relevant full-time work experience; knowledge of branding and advertising is an advantage
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Strong interpersonal communication skills in both Arabic and English
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Strong organizational skills
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Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft and edit a variety of written reports and communications and to articulate ideas clearly and concisely; Arabic proficiency is essential
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Proficiency in MS Office applications