DescriptionThe External Communication Specialist helps businesses by managing all EJADA external communication and representing the company to the outside world. They draft media statements, answer media inquiries, compile publications s, and plan events, and press conferences.In this role, the candidate should have exceptional public speaking and writing skills. A communications specialist is expected to be a strategic thinker with meticulous attention to detail, working well under pressure, and meeting deadlines.The Communications Specialist will be working closely with the Marketing Director He/She will be responsible for the development, positive positioning, and ongoing management of all external communications, including media relations, social media, CSR, event management, and foundation building.ResponsibilitiesManage PR, Events, Awards, and offline marketing activities with different stakeholders internally and with partners.Arrange and coordinate press conferences, and plan events.Create and update the Tech event list, Partners event list, CSR Yearly plan, Holidays, and occasions calendar.Lead CSR initiatives in different locations.Update the content repository with different stakeholders internally.Maintain strong relationships with EJADA partners.Research and write press releases, and content for the company website, infographics, blogs, and external newsletters.Publish videos and photography on the company website, Social Media platforms, and blogs.Manage social media post publishing in terms of creative content creation to professional post designs.Develop and implement an external communication strategy that includes media outreach and social media content creation.Support in creating Ejada rebranding and initiation of the Ejada brand portal.Build and maintain relationships with journalists and key external role-players.Execute action plans with cross-functional units within a certain time frame.Submit monthly and quarterly reports measuring the results of communication efforts.Ensures communication messaging and materials are high quality, accurate, appropriate, and integrated with firm priorities and themes.Suggest what information should be presented to an external audience.Set the timing of release to coordinate with company events or initiatives.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in journalism, English, communications, marketing, or a related field.3+ years of relevant communications experience; work experience in IT software house companies, startups, or other professional services firms is strongly preferred.Demonstrated previous experience in writing and editing marketing content; experience with web and digital content preferred.Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).Excellent knowledge and experience in using Design applicationsContent writing experience for all media platforms.Proven social media and networking expertise.Strategic and creative mindset.Meticulous attention to detail.A portfolio of work available for review.Possesses outstanding oral and written communications skills including superior writing, grammar, editing, and proofreading skills.Demonstrated ability to think analytically and develop solutions that meet the business needs of the firm.Excellent organizational and administrative skills with strong attention to detail.Time management skills: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and consistently deliver high-quality results on time and within budget.Passionate: Highly motivated, persuasive, priority-driven, and collaborative.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in small and large groups.Consistently demonstrates strong business acumen and judgment.Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.Willingness to build relationships and collaborate across the broader Marketing and Business Development team, with the firm’s HR, Diversity & Inclusion, Alumni Relations, talent acquisition, and other teams.Strong team player with the ability to work effectively with partners and staff at all levels