Jan 2
To join the Business Communication Alignment Unit in the Communication Strategy Department, we are looking for a Business Communication Partner (BCP). The chosen leadership team will receive senior communication advice from the chosen candidate. Based on the business plan, they will be in charge of creating, putting into action, and assessing a customized and focused communications strategy. The main responsibilities of the BCP are to guarantee that communication strategies are completely integrated and in line with the communication strategy as a whole and to act as the department's lead communications interface with the designated function.
Serve as a key interface and coordination point for all assigned communications workstreams, managing input from the business lines leadership team, Business Communications team, and the broader Communication Strategy Department.
Stakeholder mapping and research that helps to build a deep understanding of the audience and their needs.
Leveraging data-driven insights (including corporate reputation tracking, media analysis, benchmarking) to inform a strategic approach, communication objectives, and KPIs.
Development of compelling, multi-channel communications strategy, with input from leadership and corporate communication department.
Development of specific messaging and supporting materials, drawing on proof points to validate messages relating to Technology.
Content development including but not limited to press releases, key messages, FAQs and Factsheets, strategic briefs for creative content (such as motion infographics, video, website, etc.) with input from the Technology leadership team and Corporate Communication.
Coordinating with other Communication Strategy teams to successfully activate the communications strategy – including through media relations, social media, event management, publishing, internal communications, speechwriting, and other marketing/communications channels as appropriate.
Identify and develop a calendar of strategic speaking engagements and opportunities for the business leaders and subject matter experts.
Development of clear communications objectives, KPIs, and metrics to measure the effectiveness and impact of communications and external engagement with content and understanding of strategy.
The successful candidate will have eight to twelve years of experience in strategic communications, either in-house or in a consultancy. Experience in the Oil & Gas or Energy Sector and regional experience is also desirable.
You will have strong academic credentials, holding a Bachelor’s degree, with advanced or professional qualifications in Communications or related disciplines also desirable.
In addition :
You will have proven experience in developing and delivering a multi-channel corporate communications strategy in a global, diversified, and agile organization.
You must have excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Strong interpersonal and project management skills.
You must also have professional gravitas, credibility, and diplomacy skills to liaise with senior leaders and executives.
You will have the ability to confidently present to senior executives and explain communication strategies, techniques, and KPIs.
You will be able to distil technical terms, information, aims and objectives, information and objectives, and translate these into clear and compelling communication concepts for stakeholders.
You must be fluent in written and verbal English, while Arabic language skills not mandatory but desirable.
Job Req ID: 4252