IDB3317 - Senior Communications Specialist
Location: Saudi Arabia - Jeddah
Job Purpose:
To provide advanced level professional and technical expertise in promoting and protecting the IsDB brand through the delivery of an effective PR and communications strategy, both internally and externally.
Support the Manager, Outreach Communications in preparing the PR and communications strategy for IsDB, to raise awareness about the organisation, internally and externally, and engage key stakeholders.
Support the creation of consistently high-quality content for IsDB’s communications programs, both internal and external, adapting, and localising central messaging.
Liaise closely with IsDB’s Internal Communications Division to conceptualise and tailor communication contents appropriate to the specific region.
As an expert, collaborate with colleagues within IsDB to proactively identify stories to share with the internal and external audiences.
Raise awareness about IsDB’s presence in Regional and Member Countries 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 and international media.
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 Outreach 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.
Support the Manager, Outreach Communications in leading the newly formed marketing team, fostering a high-performing team culture to enable achieving the Division's objectives.
Design and implement robust social media campaigns to increase the visibility of IsDB projects.
Write stories about success stories and edit content for IsDB website.
Generate content from the operations and regional hubs on IsDB interventions for dissemination on IsDB channels and on digital and traditional media platforms.
Represent the department and handle relevant assignments assigned by the Division Manager.
Academic and professional qualifications:
Bachelor’s in Journalism, Communications, or any relevant field.
Minimum 8 years of experience in communications role within a global organization, with demonstrated success.
Extensive experience of working on communications campaigns, with demonstrated measurable success.
Experience of working in multiple regions on communications campaigns, including development of regional toolkits and templates.
Skills & Necessary Knowledge:
Good understanding of communications landscape, locally and internationally.
Ability to work remotely to manage and co-ordinate regional activities.
Outstanding communications skills and interpersonal skills.
Excellent writing and editorial skills, with an ability to put messages clearly and effectively.
Awareness of the regional landscapes and news agenda including issues and sensitivities in various territories.
Ability to measure and track performance based on agreed metrices.
* Advanced MS Office skills.
