Communications Specialist (Qatari Only) Doha, Qatar Posted 2023/09/25 12:34:04 Unlimited Ref: JB4521282 Ref:JB4521282 Job Description University of Doha for Science and Technology - Profile: University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is the first national applied University in the State of Qatar, offering applied Bachelors and Master’s degrees in addition to certificates and diplomas in various fields. UDST has over 50 programs in the fields of Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades, Business Management, Computing and Information Technology, Health Sciences, Continuing and Professional Education and more. With more than 600 staff and over 7,000 students, UDST is the destination for top-notch applied and experiential learning. The University is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Our faculty are committed to delivering pedagogically-sound learning experiences with incorporation of innovative technological interventions, to further enhance students’ skills and help develop talented graduates that can effectively contribute to a knowledge-based economy and make Qatar’s National Vision 2030 a reality. Department Profile: Marketing and Communications Directorate invites applications for the position of Communications Specialist. Reporting to the Manager, Communications, the Communications Specialist will contribute to projects and activities related to media and corporate publications (including social media) and to maintain effective communication with stakeholders in order to raise the profile of UDST locally, regionally and internationally in the higher education sector. . Duties & Responsibilities: This position requires an energetic and enthusiastic individual who will contribute to projects and activities related to media and corporate publications (including social media) and maintain effective communication with stakeholders in order to raise the profile of UDST regionally and internationally in the higher education sector. The successful candidate will create, copywrite and translate UDST content for different types of channels to ensure consistency in the messages and contribute to accurate distribution of UDST news, publications and information through relevant internal and external media platforms. The successful candidate will support in the writing and distribution of marketing and promotional materials and press releases for various print and social media channels and maintain strong working relationships with media stakeholders to encourage positive digital media, tv , radio and press coverage of UDST. The incumbent of this position will facilitate response to media requests for interviews, photos and other information to ensure positive, accurate and timely promotion of UDST. The successful candidate will support in media training for Senior Management and Academic Staff and assist in the research and writing of speaking notes for UDST executives and external guests for corporate events and press conferences. The successful candidate will liaise with all business units to share information and identify good news stories and accomplishment that can be communicated to strengthen brand positioning and monitor external news reports escalating complex issues or negative press to the Manager, Communications. In addition, the successful candidate will research new media ideas for distribution of information and identify new online and offline promotional opportunities. Qualifications Education and Certifications: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Communications required Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Communications, or related field Language: Fluency in written and spoken English language is required Fluency in written and spoken Arabic language is required Other Required Skills: Professional and friendly nature and a proactive attitude to work is required. Possessing good organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize work and manage time effectively, is essential. The incumbent should also have analytical thinking and problem solving, along with the ability to demonstrate explanatory communication and interpersonal skills. Fluency in English language is required and Arabic is required. Job Details Job Location Doha, Qatar Job Role Marketing and PR Employment Status Full time Employment Type Employee Preferred Candidate Career Level Mid Career Years of Experience Min: 5 Nationality Qatar Degree Bachelor's degree If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Adminoxy

Communications Specialist (Qatari Only)

Doha, Qatar Posted 2023/09/25 12:34:04 Unlimited Ref: JB4521282

Ref:JB4521282

Job Description

University of Doha for Science and Technology - Profile:

University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is the first national applied University in the State of Qatar, offering applied Bachelors and Master’s degrees in addition to certificates and diplomas in various fields. UDST has over 50 programs in the fields of Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades, Business Management, Computing and Information Technology, Health Sciences, Continuing and Professional Education and more.

With more than 600 staff and over 7,000 students, UDST is the destination for top-notch applied and experiential learning. The University is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Our faculty are committed to delivering pedagogically-sound learning experiences with incorporation of innovative technological interventions, to further enhance students’ skills and help develop talented graduates that can effectively contribute to a knowledge-based economy and make Qatar’s National Vision 2030 a reality.

Department Profile:

Marketing and Communications Directorate invites applications for the position of Communications Specialist. Reporting to the Manager, Communications, the Communications Specialist will contribute to projects and activities related to media and corporate publications (including social media) and to maintain effective communication with stakeholders in order to raise the profile of UDST locally, regionally and internationally in the higher education sector.

Duties & Responsibilities:

This position requires an energetic and enthusiastic individual who will contribute to projects and activities related to media and corporate publications (including social media) and maintain effective communication with stakeholders in order to raise the profile of UDST regionally and internationally in the higher education sector.

The successful candidate will create, copywrite and translate UDST content for different types of channels to ensure consistency in the messages and contribute to accurate distribution of UDST news, publications and information through relevant internal and external media platforms.

The successful candidate will support in the writing and distribution of marketing and promotional materials and press releases for various print and social media channels and maintain strong working relationships with media stakeholders to encourage positive digital media, tv , radio and press coverage of UDST.

The incumbent of this position will facilitate response to media requests for interviews, photos and other information to ensure positive, accurate and timely promotion of UDST.

The successful candidate will support in media training for Senior Management and Academic Staff and assist in the research and writing of speaking notes for UDST executives and external guests for corporate events and press conferences.

The successful candidate will liaise with all business units to share information and identify good news stories and accomplishment that can be communicated to strengthen brand positioning and monitor external news reports escalating complex issues or negative press to the Manager, Communications.

In addition, the successful candidate will research new media ideas for distribution of information and identify new online and offline promotional opportunities.

Qualifications

Education and Certifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Communications required

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Communications, or related field

Language:

Fluency in written and spoken English language is required

Fluency in written and spoken Arabic language is required

Other Required Skills:

Professional and friendly nature and a proactive attitude to work is required. Possessing good organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize work and manage time effectively, is essential. The incumbent should also have analytical thinking and problem solving, along with the ability to demonstrate explanatory communication and interpersonal skills. Fluency in English language is required and Arabic is required.