Job description

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Specialist - Governance Media Relations to join our communications team.
In this role, you will be responsible for managing media relations specifically related to governance, compliance, and corporate affairs.
You will play a vital role in maintaining transparency, ensuring accurate communication, and fostering strong media relationships that support Qiddiya’s governance initiatives.
Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage government media relations across the Kingdom, ensuring alignment with national priorities and regulatory frameworks.
Coordinate with key government entities and stakeholders (e.
g., PIF, Ministry of Media, SPA, CGC, and relevant authorities) on all media engagements, approvals, and communications.
Ensure all government-related communications (press releases, announcements, speeches, MoUs, events) are fully compliant with approved governance, protocols, and messaging guidelines.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with official domestic media channels and government-affiliated platforms to support strategic visibility and accurate representation.
Support the execution of high-level government announcements and events, including media coordination, messaging alignment, and stakeholder management.
Review and refine Arabic content to ensure alignment with the national communication tone.
Manage approval processes and workflows for government-facing communications, ensuring timely execution and zero compliance breaches.
Monitor domestic media coverage related to government communications and provide insights, reporting, and recommendations.
Collaborate with internal teams (Digital, Brand, Marketing, Corporate Relations) to ensure integrated and consistent messaging across all channels.
Contribute to the development and implementation of government communication plans and initiatives aligned with Qiddiya’s strategic priorities.
Offering a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
3-5 years of experience in PR, media relations, or government communications, within Saudi Arabia.
Strong understanding of government communication protocols, media regulations, and approval processes in KSA.
Proven experience in managing high-profile announcements and stakeholder-sensitive communications.
Excellent Arabic writing and editing skills, with the ability to produce content aligned with the national tone; strong English proficiency is required.
Established network or experience working with domestic media outlets and government entities.
Strong stakeholder management and coordination skills, with the ability to operate in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
High attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and messaging consistency.

Preferred candidate

Years of experience

No experience required

Degree

Bachelor's degree / higher diploma