Director PR & Communications - Saudi National

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

Our growing business is searching for a PR & Communications Director to manage community engagement, media & public relations, and stakeholders. If you are an experienced and competent individual with in-depth communication and Public Relations management knowledge, then we’re looking for you!  

Our ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. You will directly be reporting to the PMO Director and will regularly interact with representatives from a variety of functional groups, including program management, engineering, and construction

Community Engagement: 

• Create local networks of community members for successful implementation of the planting trees KPIs 
• Provide opportunities for the community to interact with the Program in representatives to discuss and express concerns 
• Execute the community engagement plan & projects to assist the Program in achieving its KPIs 
• Define and utilize an appropriate set of communication tools and materials tailored to different audiences to convey critical messages to the citizens 
• Build and maintain good working relationships with community representatives and school and departmental staff to support the successful delivery of the communication program. 

Media and public relations: 

• Manage the public relations consulting company to ensure optimal delivery. 
• Execute the public relations plan & projects to assist the Program in achieving its KPIs 
• Develop and plan marketing projects to assist the Program in achieving its KPIs (e.g., creating and managing a content calendar, scheduling deadlines, etc.) 
• Collaborate with writers and graphic designers to create advertising content 
• Determine marketing campaign budgets and contents 
• Manage and supervise marketing projects, ensure continuity and awareness 
• Measure marketing campaigns' results and adjust the marketing plan accordingly 

Stakeholder management: 

• Identify and engage key stakeholders within the Client and other Saudi ministries and agencies necessary for the successful operation of the PMO 
• Demonstrate an understanding of their existing project commitments and constraints to engage fully in the coordinated delivery of the implementation plan. 
• Propose how stakeholders would be communicated with, engaged, and coordinated in the normal course of operations of the PMO. 
• Propose how stakeholders would be communicated with, engaged, and coordinated in the normal course of operations of the PMO. 
• Manage the relationship with stakeholders in Riyadh city and coordinate with them on the geographical scope of the program 
• Identify, prioritize, and document other relevant stakeholders 
• Develop action plans for stakeholder engagement, collect data, and inform Track changes from stakeholders that could influence the program and align on the changes with a corresponding project team (e.g., new legal mandates in greening) 
• Organize meetings and events with relevant stakeholders 
• Manage conflicts of interest according to guidelines 

Minimum level of experience required Over 15 years 

Degree in Communications is a must