Communication Advisor
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About the Role
AtkinsRéalis seeks a Communication Advisor to develop corporate communication and stakeholder engagement strategies for infrastructure projects in Qatar. The role involves leading communication for Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) adoption, managing governance frameworks, and coordinating international forums.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive communication strategy for Ashghal's key strategic initiatives, including the adoption of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) and Construction Technology Transformation
- Formulate and manage communication governance frameworks that align with Ashghal's strategic goals
- Design and implement change management strategies to support the successful adoption of MMC and construction technology improvements
- Collaborate with internal departments, external partners, and governmental entities to synchronize change initiatives
- Drive strategic stakeholder engagement initiatives that foster understanding of Ashghal's transformative projects
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government entities, developers, contractors, architects, and international partners
- Research, write, edit, and manage the development of high quality communication materials
- Develop, implement, and communicate strategies and key messages in clear and impactful language
- Ensure that internal and external communications are fully integrated
- Organize and manage communication workshops and stakeholder forums
- Coordinate conferences, international forums, and knowledge sharing events
- Produce comprehensive performance reports, highlighting key achievements, areas for improvement, and stakeholder feedback
Requirements
- University degree from a recognised university in an appropriate field
- Chartered status or Professional License from internationally recognized professional institutions or organizations
- Minimum of 25 years postgraduate experience with experience in major infrastructure projects or programmes
- 10 years in similar position
- 5 years in Qatar and / or the Gulf region
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills in Arabic and English
- Experience in communication management in public sector building and infrastructure projects
- Experience in developing organisational communication strategies, policies, plans, processes, procedures and standard practices
- Experience in conducting communication assessment studies, analysis and developing appropriate solutions for improvement
- Proven experience in dealing with Government Authorities and Utility Service Providers
- Experience of Qatari Authorities
- Master's degree in a relevant field
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Overview
- The incumbent is responsible for developing the Authority wide corporate communication and stakeholder engagement system.
- The position will promote, foster, and support collaboration and communication between the Authority's corporate stakeholders in alignment with the organization's mission of delivering and managing a world class infrastructure to fulfil Qatar's National vision.
- The position helps develop and implement stakeholder engagement and partnership initiatives that support the Authority's corporate strategies to drive efficient engagement with stakeholders.
- Mentor and train stakeholder engagement team members, empowering them with skills in strategic communication, stakeholder engagement and international liaison.
Your role
- Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive communication strategy for Ashghal's key strategic initiatives, including the adoption of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) and Construction Technology Transformation.
- Formulate and manage communication governance frameworks that align with Ashghal's strategic goals, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and strategic alignment across all communication platforms.
- Design and implement change management strategies to support the successful adoption of MMC and construction technology improvements.
- Collaborate with internal departments, external partners, and governmental entities to synchronize change initiatives, standardization efforts, and policy alignment.
- Drive strategic stakeholder engagement initiatives that foster understanding of Ashghal's transformative projects, with a specific focus on MMC and digital construction.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government entities, developers, contractors, architects, and international partners.
- Research, write, edit, and manage the development of high quality communication materials, including executive briefings, and strategic updates.
- Develop, implement, and communicate strategies and key messages in clear and impactful language using diverse communication tactics.
- Ensure that internal and external communications are fully integrated to coordinate specific initiatives with relevant ministries and stakeholders.
- Organize and manage communication workshops and stakeholder forums to promote Ashghal's projects and governance frameworks.
- Coordinate conferences, international forums, and knowledge sharing events to showcase advancements in construction technology and MMC governance.
- Produce comprehensive performance reports, highlighting key achievements, areas for improvement, and stakeholder feedback.
About you
- University degree from a recognised university in an appropriate field.
- Chartered status or Professional License from internationally recognized professional institutions or organizations.
- Minimum of 25 years postgraduate experience with experience in major infrastructure projects or programmes, 10 years in similar position, and 5 years in Qatar and / or the Gulf region.
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills in Arabic and English.
- Experience in communication management in public sector building and infrastructure projects.
- Experience in developing organisational communication strategies, policies, plans, processes, procedures and standard practices.
- Experience in conducting communication assessment studies, analysis and developing appropriate solutions for improvement.
- Proven experience in dealing with Government Authorities and Utility Service Providers.
- Experience of Qatari Authorities.
- Master's degree in a relevant field.
Skills and Competencies
- A proven record in delivering significant engagement programmes within a public sector setting.
- Deep understanding of the organizational context, stakeholder expectations and external trends.
- Ability to align communication objectives with organizational strategy and business outcomes.
- Acting as a trusted advisor and thought partner for senior executives.
- Understanding media relations, crisis communication, digital platforms, and content production – at a supervisory and strategic level.
- A strategic planning approach, with a focus on delivering effective stakeholder engagement communications, strategies and solutions.
- Able to build and maintain business relationships and partnerships through collaboration and consultation.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate sensitive issues.
Rewards & benefits
- Tax free salary.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Medical insurance.
- Annual leave balance.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Transportation & housing allowances.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
About AtkinsRéalis
- We're AtkinsRéalis, a world class engineering services and nuclear organization.
- We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems.
- Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world.
- We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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