PR and Communications Account Executive (MENA Energy)

About the role

Mercom, a strategic communications firm focused on the energy sector, is seeking an experienced Public Relations and Communications Account Executive for its clean energy practice in the MENA market. This is a remote, contract position based in Dubai, suited to professionals who want a full-time role with an established global agency. Candidates must have communications experience in the MENA region, especially Dubai and Saudi Arabia, in the power, energy or renewables sectors, with Arabic proficiency and must live in Dubai or Riyadh.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day client and project work, ensuring quality deliverables and timely communication
• Develop, run and manage PR and media outreach plans across traditional and digital channels
• Identify media opportunities and story angles, and maintain relationships with journalists in energy and technology
• Create content such as press releases, pitch letters, articles, social media copy, speaking abstracts, media briefs and talking points
• Monitor MENA energy and renewables news and secure media placements, speaking roles and conference opportunities
• Collaborate with Mercom's global communications teams and give progress updates in virtual meetings

Required profile

• At least 3 years of PR or communications experience in energy, power or renewables
• Direct experience working with journalists in MENA energy and environmental media
• Agency experience preferred; ability to work independently while collaborating virtually with international teams
• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism or a related field preferred

Required skills

• Strong Arabic and English writing skills
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple client projects independently
• Strategic thinking, time management and interpersonal skills