PR & Events Manager

Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute PR and communications plans for key initiatives and announcements.Build relationships with local, regional and international media.Manage press releases, media briefings, interviews and press conferences.Support crisis communications when required.Plan and deliver executive-level events, launches, forums, conferences and VIP engagements.Manage event concepts, timelines, budgets and production plans.Coordinate protocol, logistics, operations and event communications.Manage PR/event agencies, production companies and external suppliers.Oversee event branding and VIP/guest experience.Build relationships with strategic partners, sponsors, government entities and international stakeholders.Manage multiple projects, budgets, procurement, timelines and risks.Candidate RequirementsBachelor's degree in PR, Communications, Marketing, Event Management or related field.5–8 years' experience in PR, Corporate Communications and/or Event Management.Experience delivering high-profile corporate, government or executive events.Experience dealing with senior leadership and VIP stakeholders.Strong media relations/networking capability.Experience managing agencies and external suppliers.Excellent Arabic and English communication skills.Strong project management and stakeholder management skills.Comfortable working under pressure and managing multiple priorities.Public Relations (PR) | Event Management | Media Relations | Corporate Communications | Strategic Communications | Event Planning | Stakeholder Management | Government Relations | VIP Events | Executive Events | Media Communications | Press Releases | Crisis Communications | Project Management | Event Production | Agency Management | Vendor Management | Protocol | Budget Management | Brand Communications