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Basic Function and Scope:

Plans, assesses and contributes to the development and implementation ofthe company's overall corporate communication strategy and programs to achieve the Company's (internal and external) communications goals and objectives.

Tasks and Duties:

* Plans and develops initiatives which builds the company's image as the world's leading LNG transportation company.

* Develops, recommends and implements corporate strategies and plans to identify, improve and sustain a consistent corporate image (to be coordinated and conveyed in all departments) in all communications to all the company's stakeholders, partners and audiences.

* Oversees and monitors all dealings and relationships with local and international media (print, broadcasting and television) to ensure that the company's actions and messages are reported consistent with the company's intention and image.

* Identifies and influences opinion leaders within government bodies, local authorities and public establishments in order to ensure that the communications requirements of the company are fully understood and considered by those bodies in their dealings with the company. Includes identifying and meeting opinion leaders and officials controlling government procedures, discussing the company's role in the State of Qatar together with the extent of general mutual or unilateral assistance required by either party and advises Public Relations Manager as appropriate.

* Writes and reviews all press and media statements, interview articles and public speeches issued in the name of the company to ensure their accuracy and consistency with overall company image. Discusses content, accuracy and phraseology of all corporate communications statements and messages with Public Relations Manager.

* Supports Public Relations Manager in preparing annual and 5 year Budget, and department objectives. Once approved and authorized monitors and reports on variances against Budget.

* Determines editorial policy and production deadlines for the company publications and ensures the themes of the articles are suitable.

* Builds and sustains effective working relationships with the media, shareholders and the company's sister companies.

* Supports and advises senior management on presentations/speeches they deliver. Where necessary will write and/or edit such material (also makes presentations and/or speeches on the company's behalf when required).

* Provides media monitoring (local news paper clippings) service to keep senior Managers informed of developments (outside the company) that impinge on their roles and responsibilities.

* Develops communications ideas and initiatives to improve the company's image through the creation, development and design of activities and programs (i.e. Certificates of Training, Invitation Cards, Service/Performance Awards, etc.). Develops and produces concepts, content and material
Essential Requirements:
B.A. in Journalism/Media Communications or equivalent.
8+ years experience in Public Relations in the gas or oil industry.
Fluency in English and Arabic language.
Proficiency in the use of various computer packages such as Microsoft word, Freelance, Harvard Graphics, Excel, Access/d Base and specialist Graphics Design packages.