Plan media activities based on our corporate narrative and company goals and alignment with regional themes and objectives.
Handle incoming media inquiries, fostering strong relationships with local journalists and media outlets, ensuring accurate and positive coverage.
Develop and execute proactive media campaigns to strengthen Nokia‘s corporate reputation as well as reputation for regional thought leadership.
Draft, edit, and refine a wide range of written communications, including press releases, media statements, talking points, Q&A documents, executive briefings, and reactive responses.
Translate complex technical, business, and strategic topics into clear, concise, and audience-appropriate written narratives for local media.
Proactively protect the company's reputation by strategically engaging media, foreseeing challenges, and resolving communication issues, misunderstandings, and unclear messaging.
Work with local spokespeople and develop briefing documents to enable impactful local media engagement, including building the thought leadership profile of the market leader.
Support and coordinate both Nokia events and external public events for media relations and communication campaigns.
Monitor media coverage, evaluate campaign success, and prepare internal reports for the global marketing and communications team

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Business, or a related field
Extensive and proven experience in public relations or professional communications.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities across cross-functional teams in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
Proven experience collaborating effectively within diverse international and cross-cultural teams.
Exceptional written and verbal English and Arabic communication, writing and editing skills, with demonstrated experience producing high-quality media and executive communications under tight deadlines.
A highly effective problem-solver, demonstrating a strong customer focus, forward-thinking innovation, and a proactive, hands-on attitude.
Proven relationships with relevant local media stakeholders.
Working knowledge of French and additional languages beneficial
Experience with reactive communications / issues management

Flexible and hybrid working schemes
A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security
Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development
Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development
for your role and beyond

Regional Communications Manager

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