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Government Communications Director (Middle East)Scroll down for a complete overview of what this job will require Are you the right candidate for this opportunityNote: The role will be based in Riyadh,KSA, or Bahrain.MCG Talent is seeking experienced government experts to oversee projects that integrate expertise from a range of disciplines, including strategic communications, capacity building and public policy, to deliver outcomes for our clients. This role is for one of our clients who is a leading advisory firm within the government space.This position requires someone with experience in a communications role within the public sector, or someone who has extensive experience working directly with government entities.Job DescriptionYou will be based in either Dubai, Bahrain or Riyadh and you will be working closely with government entities / government officials.You will provide strategic council and develop communications strategies.You will handle crisis communications.Lead medium to large size projects for government entities and develop and implement supporting strategies, policies and plans.Structure and deliver communications programmesManage ambiguity in which objectives, stakeholders, constraints, etc.. are uncertainAdapt and apply models and tools to solve client problemsSynthesise complex data into concise and compelling presentationsManage with authority mid to senior level government officialsStrong interest in either central government, SWF or culture and tourism workRequirementsExtensive experience working with government clients, preferably in the GulfManaged projects from start to finish, with a clear plan and structured workstreamsCommissioned and integrated analysis from colleaguesHas managed / overseen the communications workstream for large government projects, with successful comms delivered at key moments (eg. launch, business milestones)Developed solutions based on the needs and importance of different stakeholder groupsHas provided reputational counsel to clients facing a crisisHas led and developed staffAwareness of domestic, regional and global current affairs.