Summary
Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare is seeking a Senior Communications Professional in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. The role develops and executes internal and external communication strategies, creates communication materials, supports media relations and public relations, and monitors campaign performance. It also contributes to crisis communication and reputation management, applies SEO best practices, and mentors junior communications professionals. Applicants need at least six years of communications experience, a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, required technical writing certificates, and full proficiency in Arabic and English; a master’s degree is preferred.
The posting
As published on jhah.com. Pulled from the employer's site and shown as they wrote it.
Job Title
SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS PROFESSIONAL.
Function
Marketing and Communication
Job Code
30009271
Reports to Job
Marketing and Communication Director
Job Description Summary
The Senior Communications Professional is responsible for both the development and execution of internal and external communication strategies. This role leads the creation of strategic communication plans and oversees their implementation to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Strategic Roles & Responsibilities %
40
Strategic Roles & Responsibilities
- Develop communication strategies for specific projects and campaigns as directed by the Team Lead
- Provide input to crisis communication and reputation management initiatives ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals
- Support leadership in aligning communication plans with departmental objectives
Operational Roles & Responsibilities %
60
Operational Roles & Responsibilities
- Execute internal and external communication plans including content creation media relations and public relations activities
- Collaborate with team members to ensure consistency in messaging and adherence to SEO best practices
- Monitor and report on the performance of communication initiatives recommending tactical adjustments to improve outcomes
- Oversee the creation ofhighquality internal and external communication materials
- Ensure that all content follows SEO best practices optimizing it for search engine visibility to support JHAHs digital presence and drive online engagement
- Mentor junior communications professionals and guide them in the execution of communication initiatives
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
Certifications
Proven leadership and strategic communication skills. Expertise in media relations and external communications. Technical writing certificates are required. Bilingual, with proficiency in reading and writing in both English and Arabic.
Years of Experience
Minimum 6 years' experience in communications, with a strong background in communications agencies and healthcare clients.
Languages
English:Fully Proficient ; Arabic:Fully Proficient
Functional Competencies
- Staff Communication
- Change Management
- Technical Writing
Core Competencies
- Excellence
- Integrity
- Accountability
- Cybersecurity
- Person-Centered Care
Acknowledgement
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.