Director of PR & Corporate Communications (Based in Dubai)

DUBAI BASED ROLE. Relocation would be required but with highly competitive, tax free salary package.

Company Profile :

• Property Finder is the leading digital real estate platform in the Middle East and North Africa region.
• A UAE-born startup, Property Finder expanded its operations to Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Turkey over the years.
• The company is one of the largest technology start-ups in the region and on a journey to becoming a Unicorn.

Role Summary :

• We are hiring a strategic PR leader who will lead the PR efforts for Property Finder.
• He / she will collaborate with multiple external and internal stakeholder and partners to ensure Property Finder is positioned as a thought leader across the real estate industry across all media touch points.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement a comprehensive public relations strategy that aligns with the Property Finder’s goals and objectives
• Manage a team of junior public relations professionals, providing guidance and support to ensure successful execution of campaigns and initiatives
• Effective management of PR agency
• Ensure the Property Finder is positioned as thought leaders across the industry through PR coverage, interviews and events
• Build and maintain relationships with key media outlets and influencers to secure positive coverage and enhance the organization’s reputation
• Monitor and analyze media coverage of the organization and its competitors to identify opportunities and risks, and develop appropriate responses as needed
• Collaborate with other departments, such as marketing, commercial and product to ensure consistent messaging and effective communication with the public and other
• stakeholders
• Establish and develop effective relationships with relevant governmental entities
• Develop and manage the public relations budget, ensuring cost-effective and efficient use of resources
• Serve as the organization's spokesperson, responding to media inquiries and managing crisis communications as needed
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices, and share knowledge and insights with the team and other departments as appropriate

Desired Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or related field
• 8-10 years of experience in public relations, with a proven track record of successful campaigns and initiatives
• Experience managing a team of public relations professionals; client side experience is a must
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Arabic language skills are desirable but not essential
• Strong media relations skills and existing relationships with key media outlets and influencers
• Experience managing crisis communications and working with senior executives
• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute comprehensive public relations strategies
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and stakeholders
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
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