Public Relations Manager

• Develop and implement PR strategies to enhance Asharq’s corporate visibility across MENA and international markets.
• Manage narrative consistency across all communication channels in coordination with the Editorial, Digital, and Marketing teams.
• Draft key corporate messages, press releases, statements, and media responses in Arabic and English.
• Support crisis communication and reputation management, ensuring timely and accurate messaging during sensitive news cycles.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Communications

• Develop and implement PR strategies to enhance Asharq’s corporate visibility across MENA and international markets.
• Manage narrative consistency across all communication channels in coordination with the Editorial, Digital, and Marketing teams.
• Draft key corporate messages, press releases, statements, and media responses in Arabic and English.
• Support crisis communication and reputation management, ensuring timely and accurate messaging during sensitive news cycles.

2. Media Relations

• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, media agencies, and influencers across print, digital, and broadcast sectors.
• Act as the main contact point for media inquiries and ensure professional handling of all press requests.
• Oversee the preparation and distribution of press materials, backgrounders, and media kits.
• Monitor press coverage, prepare media reports, and analyze PR campaign effectiveness.

3. Events & Brand Representation

• Lead the planning and execution of media events, press conferences, interviews, and public appearances involving Asharq executives and anchors.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to align event messaging with corporate objectives.
• Represent Asharq at key industry events, conferences, and media gatherings when required.

4. Internal & Stakeholder Communications

• Collaborate closely with the SRMG corporate communications team to ensure message alignment across group companies.
• Work cross-functionally with editorial, marketing, HR, and production teams to promote company milestones, initiatives, and achievements.
• Support internal communication campaigns that enhance employee engagement and promote organizational values.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in corporate communications or PR, ideally within the media, news, or broadcasting industry .
• Proven experience managing PR campaigns and handling media relations across multiple markets in the GCC and MENA region .
• Excellent bilingual communication skills (Arabic & English) — both written and verbal.
• Strong understanding of the regional media landscape, political context, and cultural sensitivities.
• Experience in crisis management , executive communications , and brand reputation building is essential.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills.
• Strong networking and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced newsroom or corporate environment.
• Strategic mindset with attention to detail.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and media monitoring tools.

Job Info

• Job ID 608
• Posting Date 11/03/2025, 12:33 PM
• Job Type Full time
• Locations The Exchange Building GV11 Unit 04,05, DIFC,PO 507159,UAE, Dubai, 507159, AE