Communication & PR Specialist

About the Role

This position is focused on shaping and protecting the company’s public image through thoughtful communication planning, reputation management, and stakeholder engagement. The specialist will act as a key liaison for outside audiences such as media professionals, clients, industry partners, and the broader public.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and sustain productive relationships with reporters, editors, and media organizations.
• Prepare, refine, and circulate press releases, media packs, and official company communications.
• Arrange and support press events, media sessions, and interview coordination.
• Track press exposure and compile regular media coverage summaries and insights.
• Create and roll out communication plans that support business and brand objectives.
• Oversee internal communication efforts so messaging remains aligned across teams.
• Develop response plans for crisis situations and represent the organization when needed.
• Write executive-level materials such as speeches, feature articles, newsletters, and briefing notes.
• Manage and expand the company’s presence on social media and digital channels.
• Produce attractive digital assets including social posts, infographics, and short videos.
• Measure communication performance through KPIs and engagement analytics.
• Work closely with marketing colleagues to ensure PR activity supports wider campaigns.
• Safeguard and strengthen brand reputation across all communication touchpoints.
• Monitor public opinion and address potential reputational issues early.
• Keep all outward-facing content consistent with the company’s values and tone.
• Coordinate with external PR agencies, service providers, and consultants.
• Lead internal awareness and engagement initiatives tied to corporate goals.
• Organize employee activations for occasions such as Saudi National Day, Eid, Safety Week, and Women’s Day.
• Create internal newsletters and assist with onboarding communication materials.
• Plan the company’s presence at regional and international exhibitions.
• Handle event logistics, booth branding, promotional items, and post-event reporting.
• Support internal town halls and external industry knowledge-sharing sessions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a similar discipline.
• At least 3 to 5 years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, or a comparable function.
• Demonstrated success in securing media coverage and managing campaigns.
• Prior exposure to crisis communications is considered a strong advantage.
• Excellent written and spoken English; Arabic proficiency is an added benefit.
• Strong editorial sense and the ability to develop persuasive messaging.
• Familiarity with media monitoring platforms such as Meltwater, Cision, or Brandwatch.
• Good working knowledge of SEO, content marketing, and social media analytics.
• Ability to juggle several priorities at once and deliver under deadlines.
• Confident interpersonal skills and the ability to work with senior leaders.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia.

No stipend or salary figure was provided in the source listing.