Communications Senior Manager

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIES

Planning and Strategy

• Contribute to the design and implementation of NEOM’s communication objectives and goals by providing innovative communications content

• Develop, implement and update Communication Department operational plans and oversee their implementation to take part in the realization of the envisioned future of NEOM

• Collaborate with relevant NEOM staff members, stakeholders and leaders to identify required projects and initiatives that support the achievement of NEOM’s strategic communications vision

People Management

• Help instill a culture of development, guidance and performance within the Communication Department

• Take responsibility, in collaboration with the Communication Director, for building and maintaining a high-performance team

• Participate in setting performance requirements and recruiting for key positions across the Communications Sector

• Set performance objectives, provide necessary support, evaluate / appraise staff and provide regular feedback on performance.

• Promote a high-performance working environment embracing NEOM’s values

• Develop and implement a program of capacity development for Division staff.

BACKGROUND, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Significant relevant experience

• Previous international experience, or prior experience in a global company, is essential

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (Arabic proficiency is also desirable)

• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and Google Docs

• Strong leadership skills and experience

• Ability to effectively coach and mentor others

• First-class stakeholder management skills, ability to drive teams

• Develop strategy/ planning presentations and reach successful outcomes, positive, agile and collaborative mindset to support in solving complex challenges, and advanced media relations and public relations skills

• Plan and manage the design, content, and production of corporate communication materials

• Storyboard or translate ideas to deliver effective briefs to the internal creative team and external partners.

• Manage a corporate communications officer and/or team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations or related field