Outreach & Press Officer

Full time at a Laimoon Verified Company in Saudi Arabia

Posted on May 1, 2024

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IDB3268 - Outreach & Press OfficerLocation: Saudi Arabia - Jeddah Job Purpose:To support the promotion and protection of IsDB brand through the delivery of a regional PR and communications strategy. Contribute to the PR and communications strategy for IsDB to raise awareness about the organization in the regional markets and to engage key stakeholders. Support the creation of consistently high-quality content for IsDB's external communications, adapting to and localizing the central messaging. Liaise closely with IsDB's Communications and Outreach Department at the HQ to tailor content appropriately. Raise awareness about IsDB's presence in regional and membership country media. Provide support with press conferences and other on-the-ground activity as required, for example around visits by the President and IsDB leadership. Help to build IsDB editorial relationships with influential regional media. Support IsDB HQ with media briefings as required, advising on local nuances and customs. Provide reactive support such as managing incoming enquiries and arranging interviews with IsDB spokespeople in regional markets, which may include issues and crisis communications. Securing extensive on-message coverage, by supporting external tours, placing opinion pieces, news stories and feature articles around IsDB's key activities in regional markets. Share knowledge on the latest trends in PR and Communications management with colleagues in the Communications Division, IsDB and wider community. Keep abreast with the latest and best practices in the areas of PR and Communications management and implement the same in IsDB. Academic and professional qualifications: Bachelor's in Journalism, Communications or related field. Minimum 3 years of experience in a communications role for a global organization. Extensive experience of working on communications campaigns, with demonstrated measurable success. Skills & Necessary Knowledge: Good understanding of communications landscape in their region. Ability to work remotely to manage and co-ordinate regional activities. Outstanding communications skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Awareness of the regional landscape and news agenda including issues and sensitivities in the specific territory. * Ability to measure and track regional performance based on agreed metrics.

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