
Communications Specialist
- Riyadh
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Relocation Authorized: National/International - Single
- Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
- Work Location: Riyadh
- Administers the development, management, and execution of corporate and public affairs and communications programs in support of a project or corporate group
- Performs research and special assignments as assigned
- Researches, writes, edits, and maintains content for press releases and articles on Bechtel projects, personnel, technical innovations, new job awards, and other Bechtel activities
- Coordinates the preparation, clearing, and releasing of information, articles, photographs, and video to newspapers, magazines, and television
- Researches, writes, edits, and maintains content for stories and articles for a variety of Bechtel publications and websites
- Independently researches story ideas, conducts interviews with senior management or with persons external to Bechtel, and coordinates the necessary photography in support of the article
- Supports the communications function, including researching, writing, editing, and maintaining content for face-to-face engagement, electronic news, intranet management, and change management activities
- Supporting stakeholder relations strategies and tactics
- Coordinates and plans all-employee meetings, community outreach programs, and other events, including presentations and logistics
- Collects information and analyzes the impact of the organization's social responsibility programs and activities on key stakeholders
- Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience
- Experience driving strategic initiatives
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- A creative and dynamic approach to problem-solving
- At least 5 years' experience working in an internal communications team or digital communications team with an internal focus
- Experience of producing content for multiple channels
- Experience working with a wide range of stakeholders
- Strong digital skills including SharePoint and other delivery channels
- Proficient in Microsoft applications - particularly PowerPoint, Word and Viva Suite
- Arabic speaker preferred but not required
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