Jan 2
A Writer/Editor is needed to work in the Media Relations Content Unit (MRCU) of the Media & Executive Communications Department's Media Relations Division. Developing strong content in the form of "earned" content, media releases, media advisories, and statements, as well as coverage resulting from op-eds, articles, or by-lined features, are the ways in which the MRCU drives positive coverage on the company's activities. For news events, press releases, and placement materials like thought leadership articles highlighting noteworthy company activities, MRCU creates corporate announcements. Communicating the company's strategic objectives is the aim of all materials.
Candidate will be required to perform the following:
Draft and edit content planned for media use, including but not limited to press releases, third party press releases, proactive content, op-eds and feature stories.
Manage the review and approval process of content with relevant stakeholders, with support from IMRU and RMRU when required.
Coordinate with IMRU and RMRU on relevant projects that involve content development.
Ensure content alignment with key messaging across various materials prepared for specific engagements, including messaging and facts / figures.
Ensure proper document / version control.
Ensure translation alignment across content.
Coordinate with Relationship Management Group (RMG) for proper archiving of all content developed.
A successful candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in the fields of Mass Communications, Translation, English Literature, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field
Candidate should have 5-10 years of experience in writing and content development
Candidate must have excellent English/Arabic writing skills.