Senior Account Manager, Public Affairs and Public Relations Full Time

From helping governments connect with the private sector and civil society, to supporting the Pope’s historic visit to the region and launching iconic brands and destinations, we understand the nuances of the MENA region and pride ourselves on making an impact.
Day to day client relationship management
Nurture relationships with client partner agencies
Supervise the junior staff on the day to day running of the account, ensuring that tasks are completed on time, project status is monitored and client requests are handled.
Develops PR plans and presentations in conjunction with more senior staff
Participate in client’s plan presentations
Execute plans and projects on behalf of clients, with assistance of juniors
Monitor status and manage project to ensure on-time completion
Assist with and oversees all project administrative duties including contract set-up and maintenance, and issue accurate client reports (monthly, quarterly, annual) with a high degree of accuracy
Support with government relations work for UAE and KSA primarily for VMware, Facebook and Tetra Pak.
Assist with and oversees all project administrative duties including contract set-up and maintenance, and issue accurate client reports (monthly, quarterly, annual) with a high degree of accuracy.
Requirements
Solid understanding of PR and campaign planning
Writing and Research skills
Able to effectively use all available tools and resources to complete client tasks
Excellent understanding of traditional and social media channels
Excellent writing skills, develop Public affairs and strategic communication plans and presentations and comprehension of client requests
Understanding of the UAE and KSA Public sector landscape.
Able to convincingly and methodically build media relationships
Strong presentation skills
Ability to work in a team environment; resourceful, collaborative
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving abilities
Strong analytical abilities and quantitative skills
Able to understand market insights and apply effectively
Education And Experience
5-6 years related work experience
University graduate (Business, Marketing, Communications, Journalism)
knowledge of the UAE landscape and that of KSA. and has client servicing experience and some amount of public affairs experience- but can also support on other work with other team leads
AD-Hocks Assignment/reports
As per the Direct Manager’s requests
Competencies
Client relationship skills
Customer service skills
Leadership skills
Decision making skills
Analytical skills
Work Conditions

The physical abilities needed to perform the duties of this position, in addition to the office climate:
Office environment is general office setting
Some travel may be required
Must reside in Dubai or be willing to relocate
Willing to work additional or irregular hours as needed and allowed by local regulations