Communications Specialist

Overview of the Communications Specialist Role

We are seeking a Communications Specialist to join our Technology & Innovation Business Support Department (T&I BSD) at Aramco. This permanent, expat position requires full relocation to Saudi Arabia. T&I BSD is crucial for aligning innovative and strategic values, enabling competitive advantage across Saudi Aramco businesses through technology acquisition, development, and deployment, driving sustainable growth and performance.

Your primary role will involve creating and managing clear, consistent messaging to deliver up-to-date technological and innovative information. You will be instrumental in promoting the business line and reinforcing Aramco's brand, mission, vision, and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Create clear, engaging, and consistent messaging across all communication channels, both external and internal.
• Write, edit, and proofread various content types, including press releases, newsletters, speeches, articles, blog posts, and social media content.
• Monitor media coverage and prepare detailed reports on media activities and impact.
• Assist in organizing internal campaigns, crafting announcements, and distributing newsletters.
• Support in drafting urgent messages during critical IT and Cybersecurity crises, emergencies, or system shutdowns.
• Provide timely and appropriate responses to public or internal queries, supporting Corporate Management.
• Ensure all internal and external communications strictly adhere to Business Line and Corporate branding guidelines.
• Develop a variety of communications materials, such as event invites, program agendas, and speeches.
• Collaborate closely with other Departments to ensure consistent messaging across all organizational functions.
• Track the effectiveness of communication efforts using analytics tools, regularly providing reports and recommendations for improvements.

Minimum Requirements

• You must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English, or a related field.
• A Master’s in International Relations, Public Administrations, Strategic Communication, Mass Communication, Literature, or a related field is preferred.
• You should have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in communications, public relations, or a similar field.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading abilities are essential, alongside excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate experience in conceptualizing current and prospective scripts to meet business needs.
• Possess strong qualities in data collection and relevant information gathering for basic content management systems (CMS) like WordPress.
• Ability to create diverse content for various platforms including press releases, social media, and newsletters.
• Diverse understanding of media relations and social media management, with knowledge of current platforms (LinkedIn, X/Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, SnapChat, TikTok).
• Experience working with PR agencies or media outlets is preferred.
• Knowledge of search engine optimization (SEO), digital marketing, or analytics tools, and familiarity with internal communications platforms (e.g., MS Teams, Intranets, Zoom Meet) is preferred.
• You must have an excellent command of verbal and written English skills.
• You must be willing and able to relocate to Saudi Arabia.

Key skills/competency

• Content Creation
• Media Relations
• Social Media Management
• Strategic Communication
• Branding & Messaging
• Crisis Communication
• SEO & Digital Marketing
• Analytics & Reporting
• Public Relations
• Stakeholder Engagement