Director of Government Communications Advisory
2 months ago
Department: Communications Consultancy
Reports to: Managing Partner
Job Overview:
As Director of Government Communications Advisory within a leading agency, you will provide strategic counsel and oversee the development of communication strategies for public sector and governmental clients. The role involves shaping narratives, managing media relations, and delivering impactful campaigns that address client objectives while navigating the sensitivities of government operations across the region.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:
- Develop comprehensive communication strategies tailored to government and public sector clients, ensuring alignment with their strategic goals and regional considerations.
- Act as a key advisor to senior government stakeholders, offering insights and solutions for effective communication challenges.
Campaign Development:
- Design and implement public awareness and engagement campaigns for clients, leveraging multi-channel approaches, including digital platforms, media, and community outreach.
Media Relations:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with regional and international media outlets to position clients effectively in the public eye.
- Oversee the preparation of press releases, media kits, and press conferences for client initiatives.
Crisis Communication Advisory:
- Provide clients with expertise in managing communication during crises, ensuring accurate, timely, and transparent messaging.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Guide clients in fostering productive relationships with community leaders, business groups, other government entities, and the general public.
- Advise on effective approaches for stakeholder consultation and engagement on policy or initiative rollouts.
Content Strategy:
- Oversee the creation of impactful written, visual, and multimedia content for client campaigns, ensuring alignment with messaging objectives.
Digital Communication:
- Advise on leveraging digital tools, including websites, social media, and analytics platforms, to amplify client messaging and engage diverse audiences effectively.
Team Leadership:
- Lead and mentor internal consultancy teams, fostering an environment of collaboration and professional growth.
- Ensure that project teams deliver high-quality outcomes that exceed client expectations.
Market Insights:
- Stay informed on regional political and social developments to proactively address potential communication opportunities or risks for clients.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Political Science, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Proven experience in a senior communications advisory role, ideally within an agency or consultancy setting.
- Deep understanding of governmental operations, political sensitivities, and public policy issues in the GCC region.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with an ability to tailor messaging to various audiences.
- Strong network within media, public sector stakeholders, and related industries.
- Expertise in crisis communication and reputation management for high-profile clients.
- Proficiency with digital communication platforms and analytics tools.
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop high-performing teams.
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