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Job Description:

Senior Public Relations Officer

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Parsons is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Public Relations Officer to join our team! In this role, you will lead and manage all public relations and communications efforts for high-profile infrastructure projects, ensuring consistent messaging, media engagement, and stakeholder communication. You will play a critical role in building and maintaining a positive image of the project and the organization with external and internal audiences.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Developing and executing strategic PR plans to support project goals, enhance public awareness, and maintain a strong corporate image.
• Serving as the primary point of contact for media inquiries, public statements, and external communications.
• Coordinating with government agencies, local authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of messaging and regulatory compliance.
• Drafting press releases, speeches, newsletters, and other communication materials to inform and engage various audiences.
• Organizing and managing press conferences, media events, project launches, and site visits for VIPs and stakeholders.
• Monitoring media coverage and public sentiment, and preparing detailed reports for senior management.
• Handling sensitive public issues and crisis communications with professionalism and discretion.
• Supporting community engagement activities, including outreach campaigns and public awareness initiatives.
• Managing social media and digital communication channels in coordination with the corporate communications team.
• Ensuring branding, signage, and public information materials comply with project and corporate guidelines.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in public relations or corporate communications, preferably within the infrastructure or construction sector.
• Proven experience in developing and delivering PR strategies and media engagement plans.
• Strong knowledge of local media landscape, public communication regulations, and stakeholder engagement practices.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English.
• Experience working with senior government representatives, clients, and internal leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple communication channels and deliver consistent messaging.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Prior experience working on major infrastructure, transportation, or urban development projects.
• Experience working with government or semi-government entities in the Gulf region is highly desirable.
• Arabic language skills are a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in media monitoring tools, content creation platforms, and digital communication systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of crisis communication protocols and public engagement techniques.

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