Manager, External Communications

Job Purpose

Manage and supervise, under the guidance and direct supervision of Division VP, the formulation andu00A0implementation of the external communications and advocacy strategies to increase the standing andu00A0awareness of ADNOC Drilling with all external stakeholders. Promote a client-oriented approach in ADNOCu00A0Drilling. Manage and direct companyu2019s external Major events, exhibitions, seminars, official gathering andu00A0meetings. Align external communication initiatives in ADNOC Drilling to promote ADNOC vision. Manageu00A0external communication consistency and ensure external strategy reflects the company objectives and goals.u00A0Dedicate 60% of the incumbentu2019s time on managing the external communication needs of the ADNOC Drillingu00A0and supervise staff of the External Communications Department.

Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 1)

u2022 Develops messages, content and narratives for external use, focused on the ADNOC Drilling businessu00A0activities and achievements ensures consistency and full sign off of relevant SMEs senioru00A0communications.
u2022 Seeks out ADNOC stories and pitch communications content to ADNOC HQ. Develops specializedu00A0business content.
u2022 Effectively supports Group communications to address day-to-day media inquiriesu00A0(nationalinternational) by ensuring full connectivity with ADNOC drilling SVPs and VPs and closelyu00A0liaising with ADNOC business line communications.
u2022 Prepares ADNOC Drilling CEO for any external communications to protect ADNOC ensures alignmentu00A0in close collaboration with ADNOC business line communications.
u2022 Develops English and Arabic content for digitalprint and social media and ensure ADNOC approvalu00A0and supports the roll out and implementation of the revised brand guidelines and unified website acrossu00A0the ADNOC Group.
u2022 Identifies ICbrand leads in ADNOC Drilling to work closely with the ADNOC brand team on all relatedu00A0issues and communication.
u2022 Coordinates with ADNOC HQ on external events focusing on brand management and promotion ofu00A0ADNOC Drilling in ADIPEC, OTC, SOGA, etc.

u2022 Formulates an external communication strategy and visibility plans tightly linked to ADNOC Drillingu00A0priorities in ways to help position the company as a leader in the industry, boost demand for variousu00A0service lines and increase overall business opportunities.
u2022 Lead the creation and implementation of external communications and advocacy strategies, support tou00A0business development.
u2022 Supervise the elaboration and implementation of media and events activities.
u2022 Initiate activities judged as beneficial to the company, its staff or which may enhance the companyu00A0image and sale of its services.
u2022 Manage and direct the companyu2019s external Major events, exhibitions, seminars, official gathering andu00A0meetings.
u2022 Supervise maintenance of websites, databases and knowledge management systems.
u2022 Facilitate knowledge building and knowledge sharing among external stakeholders.
u2022 Manage the provision of information for elaboration of ADNOC Drilling management communicationsu00A0and outreach strategy based on the external communications strategy.
u2022 Oversee the development of communication materials for marketing and awareness-raising campaigns,u00A0including briefing materials, press releases, Q&As, press conferences, briefing sessions, interviews,u00A0etc.
u2022 Facilitate and manage the external communication process on the organizational level and with regardsu00A0to the communication processes and procedures with external parties.
u2022 Align external communications initiatives to positively promote brand and messages to all coreu00A0audiences externally.
u2022 Lead team members of the External Communications Department to execute all externalu00A0communication and production activities.
u2022 Develop and manage the External Communications Department budget.
u2022 Institute personal and professional development programmes and initiatives for staff.
u2022 Cultivate proactive relationships with external stakeholdersu2019 organisations that will promote the worku00A0and reputation.
u2022 Maintain documentation of standardized communications processes, policies and manuals.
u2022 Comply with all UAE, ADNOC, ADNOC Drilling and client Asset Integrity Management codes ofu00A0practice.

Minimum Qualification

u2022 Bachelor Degree in Communication/Public Relations, Journalism or equivalent.

Minimum Experience, Knowledge & Skills

u2022 12 years of relevant experience, out of which 4 years at the national level in providing communicationu00A0packages to promote the activities of prestigious/large scale organization.
u2022 Excellent communication skills.
u2022 Good knowledge of spoken and written English and Arabic.
u2022 Must be computer literate.

Professional Certifications

As applicable