About the Job
Neo Space Group, Saudi Arabia's national space champion that is leading efforts to develop satellite and space industries in is looking for a PR and Communications Manager to join our growing company. Based in our office in Riyadh, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and managing the public image of NSG. This role is essential for ensuring that all external communications are consistent, strategic, and effective in conveying our brand's values, mission, and objectives.
The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills, capable of managing media relations, crafting compelling narratives, and handling crisis communications.
Key Accountabilities:
Messaging and Narrative Development:
- Take ownership of the company's messaging framework, ensuring that our narrative is consistently aligned with NSG's goals and values.
- Continuously refine and adapt our messaging to reflect changes in the market, company strategy, and stakeholder expectations.
- Collaborate with senior management to ensure that all external communications reinforce our strategic priorities and brand identity.
Press Releases and Media Relations:
- Draft, edit, and distribute press releases, ensuring they are timely, newsworthy, and aligned with our communication goals.
- Manage the company's press office, maintaining an updated media contact database, and ensuring all media inquiries are handled promptly and professionally.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts, journalists, and influencers to maximize coverage opportunities.
- Monitor media coverage and provide regular reports to senior management, offering insights and recommendations based on the coverage.
Crisis Communication:
- Develop, implement, and manage crisis communication strategies and plans to effectively address potential PR issues.
- Serve as the company spokesperson during times of crisis, ensuring that messaging is clear, consistent, and in line with the company's values.
- Conduct media training for company spokespeople to ensure they are prepared to represent the company in high-stakes situations.
Content Creation and Strategy:
- Work closely with the marketing and content teams to create high-quality, engaging content that supports NSG's communication strategy.
- Ensure all content, including articles, blog posts, white papers, and social media updates, is consistent with our brand voice and messaging.
- Lead the development of communication materials such as speeches, presentations, and briefing documents for executives.
Event Management:
- Plan, coordinate, and execute PR events, product launches, media briefings, and press conferences to enhance NSG's visibility and reputation.
- Work with internal teams and external agencies to ensure events are well-organized, on-brand, and effectively communicated to the media and stakeholders.
Measure the success of PR events through media coverage, attendee feedback, and alignment with overall communication goals.
Qualifications, Experience & Competencies:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree: In a relevant field such as Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related discipline
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in public relations, communications, or a related field.
- Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Experience in crisis communication and media relations is highly desirable.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to translate business goals into impactful communication strategies.
Experience:
3-4 years of experience with an international PR agency handling international accounts.
Experience in telecommunications or satellite communications is a plus
