Senior English Editor
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About the Role
APCO Worldwide seeks a Senior Editorial and Strategic Content Lead for a high-profile government client in Abu Dhabi on a contract basis. You will oversee strategic content, executive communications, speeches, op-eds, and press releases.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the development and delivery of editorial and written communications outputs
- Oversee speeches, op eds, talking points, press releases, and executive messaging
- Develop and maintain strategic messaging frameworks and fact banks
- Ensure editorial consistency across all client communications and channels
- Lead the development of long form content, success stories, and strategic narratives
- Coordinate stakeholder messaging and content approvals
- Support leadership positioning through thought leadership initiatives
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in editorial, content, strategic communications, journalism, or a related field
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills
- Experience developing executive communications and leadership content
- Strong stakeholder management and strategic messaging capabilities
- Government or public sector experience is preferred
- Full professional fluency in English and Arabic, both written and spoken
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Job Summary
- APCO is seeking a Senior Editorial and Strategic Content Lead to support a high profile government client in the UAE on an external consultant contract.
- This senior level role will oversee the development of strategic content and executive communications, ensuring high quality, consistent, and impactful editorial outputs.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and delivery of editorial and written communications outputs.
- Oversee speeches, op eds, talking points, press releases, and executive messaging.
- Develop and maintain strategic messaging frameworks and fact banks.
- Ensure editorial consistency across all client communications and channels.
- Lead the development of long form content, success stories, and strategic narratives.
- Coordinate stakeholder messaging and content approvals.
- Support leadership positioning through thought leadership initiatives.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in editorial, content, strategic communications, journalism, or a related field.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- Experience developing executive communications and leadership content.
- Strong stakeholder management and strategic messaging capabilities.
- Government or public sector experience is preferred.
- Full professional fluency in English and Arabic, both written and spoken, is required.
Working Arrangement
- This role requires the consultant to commute to the client’s office in Abu Dhabi at least 3 days per week.
- Additional presence may be required based on client needs, leadership priorities, campaigns, or key events.
- The consultant must remain flexible and available during major communication periods and priority deliverables.
Careers at APCO
- Through our recruitment, hiring and retention efforts, APCO is committed to building teams to bring the best possible expertise and robust perspectives to our clients.
- We aim to create a positive work experience and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.
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