Summary
NEOM is seeking an External Communications Advisor to develop and deliver communications plans, messaging, media outreach, and crisis communications. The role includes supporting executive media training, product launches, announcements, events, and a Key Opinion Leaders program, while coordinating with NEOM and TONOMUS teams. Responsibilities also include managing agency and supplier relationships and tracking budgets with finance and procurement. Applicants should have at least 8 years of relevant experience, a bachelor's degree, strong English writing and communication skills, and proficiency with project planning tools such as Excel, MS Project, and Smartsheet.
The posting
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Identify, optimize, and create the external communications strategy and plan outlining key vehicles and channels needed to reach the audience segments. Manage and own key messaging development and management - reviewed and updated quarterly Milestones and deliverables for key announcements, event participation Develop opportunities to regularly address the regional and international targeted media (build and maintain an active newsroom of story development) Executive management - media training and media relations Include proactive outreach plan for product launches Develop and operationalize a crisis communications plan for the sector Work with key groups (TONOMUS Business units, NEOM Corp Comms, Executives, Internal Comms) to develop and ensure support of the plan Build and manage Key Opinion Leaders program Manage budget and properly account for accruals with finance and procurement Manage agency and supplier relationships 8+ years of experience in corporate communications, marketing, journalism, or public affairs. Proven success working in distributed team environments with matrix management across multi-functional processes and teams. Proficient in common project planning tools, including Excel, MS Project, and Smartsheet. Advanced expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability and enthusiasm to quickly learn and master new toolsets. Strong consulting background with excellent client relationship management and communication skills—both written and verbal. Skilled in articulating ideas clearly, logically, and persuasively to all levels within an organization. Exceptional writing skills in English, producing content with clarity, precision, and impact. Demonstrates first-class critical thinking, creativity, and innovation; able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively. Experienced in working with and for multi-lingual, multicultural communities. Experienced in managing teams and agency partners to deliver engaging, dynamic campaigns, content, and activations. Bachelor's Degree and relations or related fields Operates effectively with minimal direction; skilled in conflict resolution, problem management, risk-taking, and bouncing back resiliently from setbacks.