In the Regional Communications Manager role, you will engage in dynamic collaboration with a diverse team of marketing professionals and regional sales experts, driving impactful media relations strategies across the Middle East, and Africa. You will enjoy a fast-paced environment where your creativity and problem-solving skills are valued. Your work will directly influence Nokia’s corporate reputation, providing a sense of purpose and accomplishment. This position offers opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and exposure to international markets. You will benefit from a flexible work culture, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits package, ensuring a healthy work-life balance while contributing to Nokia's innovative mission in telecommunications.
- Plan media activities based on our corporate narrative and company goals and alignment with regional themes and objectives.
- Handle incoming media inquiries, fostering strong relationships with local journalists and media outlets, ensuring accurate and positive coverage.
- Develop and execute proactive media campaigns to strengthen Nokia‘s corporate reputation as well as reputation for regional thought leadership.
- Draft, edit, and refine a wide range of written communications, including press releases, media statements, talking points, Q&A documents, executive briefings, and reactive responses.
- Translate complex technical, business, and strategic topics into clear, concise, and audience-appropriate written narratives for local media.
- Proactively protect the company's reputation by strategically engaging media, foreseeing challenges, and resolving communication issues, misunderstandings, and unclear messaging.
- Work with local spokespeople and develop briefing documents to enable impactful local media engagement, including building the thought leadership profile of the market leader.
- Support and coordinate both Nokia events and external public events for media relations and communication campaigns.
- Monitor media coverage, evaluate campaign success, and prepare internal reports for the global marketing and communications team
Must Have:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Business, or a related field
- Extensive and proven experience in public relations or professional communications.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities across cross-functional teams in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
- Proven experience collaborating effectively within diverse international and cross-cultural teams.
- Exceptional written and verbal English and Arabic communication, writing and editing skills, with demonstrated experience producing high-quality media and executive communications under tight deadlines.
- A highly effective problem-solver, demonstrating a strong customer focus, forward-thinking innovation, and a proactive, hands-on attitude.
- Proven relationships with relevant local media stakeholders.
Nice to Have:
· Working knowledge of French and additional languages beneficial
· Experience with reactive communications / issues management
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- Flexible and hybrid working schemes
- A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
- Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security
- Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
- Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
- Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development
- Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
- A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Business or related field
- Extensive and proven experience in public relations or professional communications
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities across cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively within diverse international teams
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic
- Proven relationships with relevant local media stakeholders
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity programs include a global employee share purchase plan with company matching and multi‑year share awards. These mechanisms broaden participation and tie rewards to long‑term outcomes.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes major medical plans with supplementary options such as vision, legal services, and care navigation. The range of offerings indicates comprehensive support for medical needs.
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Parental & Family Support — A global policy grants paid leave for new parents regardless of gender and provides structured return‑to‑work support. Company‑paid life insurance further strengthens family protection across regions.
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