Responsibilities
Duties & Responsibilities:
Operational
Create, copywrite and translate UDST content for different type of channels to ensure the consistency in the messages and tone of voice.
Contribute to accurate distribution of UDST news, publications and information through relevant internal and external online and offline media platforms to support communications initiatives.
Support in the writing and distribution of copy for publications, marketing and promotional materials and press releases for various print and social media channels to encourage awareness of UDST in alignment with communication strategies and plans.
Maintain strong working relationships with media stakeholders to encourage positive digital media, Tv, Radio, press coverage of UDST.
Facilitate response to media requests for interviews, photos and other information to ensure positive, accurate and timely promotion of UDST in line with UDST’s initiatives.
Support in media training for senior management and Academic Staff as required, to strengthen their role as UDST representatives on a need basis.
Assist in the research and writing of speaking notes for UDST executives and external guests for corporate events and press conferences.
Liaise with all business units to share information and identify the latest positive stories and accomplishments that can be communicated to strengthen brand positioning.
Monitor external news reports and escalate complex issues or negative press to the Manager, Communications to contribute towards maintenance and protection of the UDST public image.
Research new media ideas for distribution of information, identify new online and offline promotional opportunities and suggest recommendations to the Manager, Communications.
Arrange and coordinate media initiatives, including buying ads, earning media and negotiation to provide cost-effective solutions for UDST.
Manage and analyze online media mentions.
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Certifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Communications required
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Communications, or related field
Language:
Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic language required.
University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) was officially established by the Emiri Decision No.13 of 2022, and it is the first national university that specializes in academic applied, technical, and professional education in the State of Qatar. UDST has over 70 Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs, and diplomas. The University houses 5 Colleges: The College of Business, the College of Computing and Information Technology, the College of Engineering & Technology, the College of Health Sciences and the College of General Education in addition to specialized training centers for individuals and companies. UDST is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Its world-renowned faculty and researchers work on developing the students’ skills and help raise well-equipped graduates who are proudly serving different sectors of the economy and contributing to the achievement of human, social and economic development goals nationally and internationally.