Head of Communications, MENA

About the role

TikTok is seeking a Head of Communications for the MENA region to lead external reputation, narrative, and stakeholder engagement across a dynamic and complex market. Based in the UAE, you will shape strategy and work hands‑on with a small regional team while collaborating with cross‑functional partners.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute the communications and PR strategy for MENA, aligned with global priorities.
• Craft and evolve TikTok’s regional narrative, balancing trust & safety with storytelling around economic impact, creators, SMBs, and culture.
• Integrate policy and communications, working closely with Government Relations and Public Policy to anticipate regulatory and geopolitical risks.
• Provide senior counsel to leadership on media, cultural, and geopolitical matters.
• Lead issues and crisis response, identifying risks and coordinating rapid, high‑quality replies.
• Secure and manage high‑impact speaking, media, and stakeholder opportunities.
• Build and maintain a network of senior journalists, editors, commentators, and policy stakeholders.
• Drive cross‑functional alignment with GR, legal, trust & safety, and global teams.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in communications or PR within high‑stakes environments.
• Deep understanding of the MENA media, geopolitical and cultural landscape.
• Proven crisis and issues management across multiple markets.
• Strong exposure to public policy, government, or regulatory communications.
• Fluent in Arabic and English.
• Well‑established network of senior media and KOL stakeholders in the region.
• Ability to set strategy and execute independently with strong judgement.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape communications for a leading global platform.
• Regional leadership role with significant impact.
• Collaborative environment across Middle East, Africa, South & Central Asia, and Eastern Europe.