Public Relations Manager

Asharq News

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Communications:
• Develop and implement PR strategies to enhance Asharq s corporate visibility across MENA and international markets.
• Manage narrative consistency across all communication channels in coordination with the Editorial, Digital, and Marketing teams.
• Draft key corporate messages, press releases, statements, and media responses in Arabic and English.
• Support crisis communication and reputation management, ensuring timely and accurate messaging during sensitive news cycles.
• Media Relations:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, media agencies, and influencers across print, digital, and broadcast sectors.
• Act as the main contact point for media inquiries and ensure professional handling of all press requests.
• Oversee the preparation and distribution of press materials, backgrounders, and media kits.
• Monitor press coverage, prepare media reports, and analyze PR campaign effectiveness.
• Events & Brand Representation:
• Lead the planning and execution of media events, press conferences, interviews, and public appearances involving Asharq executives and anchors.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to align event messaging with corporate objectives.
• Represent Asharq at key industry events, conferences, and media gatherings when required.
• Internal & Stakeholder Communications:
• Collaborate closely with the SRMG corporate communications team to ensure message alignment across group companies.
• Work cross-functionally with editorial, marketing, HR, and production teams to promote company milestones, initiatives, and achievements.
• Support internal communication campaigns that enhance employee engagement and promote organizational values.