External Communications Lead – UAE National

Robert Walters is partnering with a leading semi-government organisation in Abu Dhabi to recruit a UAE National External Communications Lead. The role will cover media, events, digital and social media, content development and external stakeholder engagement. We are looking for a confident bilingual communications professional with strong presence, excellent English and Arabic, and clear future leadership potential.

Robert Walters is partnering with a leading semi-government organisation in Abu Dhabi to recruit a External Communications Lead.

This is a newly created position within an established Communications function and an excellent opportunity for an experienced UAE National communications professional looking to take the next step in their career.

The role will have broad exposure across external communications, media, events, digital and social media, content development and stakeholder engagement. Alongside technical communications experience, the organisation is looking for someone with strong presence, energy and the potential to develop into a future leader within the function.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the development and delivery of external communications initiatives and campaigns.
• Manage media relations and engagement with external stakeholders.
• Develop and review communications content across digital, social media and external channels.
• Support the planning and delivery of corporate events, exhibitions, trade shows and external engagements.
• Coordinate event-related communications, content and brand presence.
• Build strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Support and guide junior members of the Communications team.
• Ensure all written and verbal communications are delivered to a consistently high standard.
• Contribute to wider communications planning and strategic initiatives across the organisation.

The ideal candidate will have:

• UAE Nationality.
• Approximately 8+ years of relevant experience across external or corporate communications.
• Strong exposure to media relations, events, digital/social media, content development and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent written and spoken English and Arabic.
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage senior and external stakeholders.
• Previous experience leading, mentoring or managing a small team would be advantageous.
• A Bachelor’s degree.
• Communications, media, PR or related professional certifications would be advantageous.
• Ideally currently based in Abu Dhabi.

The organisation places significant emphasis on personality, communication style and long-term potential. The successful individual should be outgoing, engaging and credible, with the enthusiasm and leadership qualities to progress further within the Communications function over time.

The position offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, flexible working hours and a strong focus on employee wellbeing and work-life balance.