Description

You will lead strategic media engagement for a high-profile global organization, shaping narratives across Arabic and international press and serving as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders navigating complex geopolitical and business landscapes.

Requirements

• Fluent in Arabic and English with exceptional drafting capability in both languages
• Proven experience in international media relations at Associate Director or Director level
• Strong established media network across GCC and wider regional press
• Deep understanding of Middle East media landscape and geopolitical sensitivities
• Experience across energy, oil, gas or adjacent regulated sectors highly advantageous

Responsibilities

• Lead international and regional media strategy development and execution across Arabic and global markets
• Serve as senior counsel to client leadership on proactive and reactive media engagement
• Develop messaging frameworks, QA documents and media responses
• Oversee press office operations including media planning, pitching and journalist engagement
• Manage high-profile announcements, executive interviews and press conferences