Project Manager - Media and Communication

IRIS Executives, leader in Emiratization and Executive Search, is urgently looking for a Project Manager – Media Communication for one of its largest clients in Abu Dhabi.

Job Title: Project Manager Media Communication

Job Location: Abu Dhabi

Remuneration: Competitive

Job Responsibilities:

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Manager – Media Communication to lead media strategies, public relations, and campaign execution within the Department. This role requires a strategic communicator who can develop press releases, media content, engagement plans, and strategic messaging to support high-level initiatives. The ideal candidate specializes in copywriting.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Content Creation and Editing
   
• Develop, edit, and proofread high-quality content across multiple platforms, including print, digital, and social media, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with brand guidelines.
  
• Write, edit, and oversee the production of press releases, articles, and media advertisements.
  
• Review and approve content for publication, ensuring it adheres to the highest editorial standards, aligns with the brand voice, and meets legal and ethical requirements.
  
• Craft key messages, talking points, and official remarks for His Excellency.
  
• Ensure all external communications align with the department’s vision and strategic goals.
  
2. Editorial Oversight
   
• Take responsibility for editorial content across all media channels, ensuring consistency in tone, style, and messaging.
  
• Monitor and analyze the performance of media content across platforms, using insights to guide future editorial decisions and improve content strategy.
  
3. Performance Analytics
   
• Analyze and report on the effectiveness of media and engagement strategies, providing recommendations for improvement.
  
4. Public Relations & Government Communications
   
• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, and government stakeholders.
  
• Lead crisis communication strategies when necessary, ensuring transparency and credibility.
  
5. Campaign Management & Engagement Plans
   
• Plan and execute engagement strategies for major sustainability events such as Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, UNGA, or IRENA.
  
• Design and implement multi-channel media campaigns, including digital, print, and broadcast.
  
6. Research & Case Study Development
   
• Lead the development of case studies showcasing the impact of key initiatives.
  
• Analyze and report on the effectiveness of media and engagement strategies, providing recommendations for improvement.
  
7. Stakeholder & Leadership Support
   
• Work closely with His Excellency and senior officials to support their public engagements and official statements.
  
• Assist in preparing briefing materials, speeches, and presentations for government events and international forums.
  

Qualifications & Experience:

• Around 8 to 12 years of experience in communication.
  
• 3+ years' of copy writing experience.
  
• Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills in English.
  
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in  Communications, Public Relations, International Relations, Advertising, Journalism, Media Communications, etc.