Account Director, Strategy

Overview

Account Director, Strategy Jobs in Dubai, UAE/Dubai at APCO Worldwide

As a Account Director, Strategy, you will play a key role in developing and designing comprehensive

communication

strategies for our clients. This includes identifying target audiences, developing messaging frameworks, and ensuring cohesive,

impactful

communications across all channels.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy Development:  Co-lead the development of comprehensive

communication

strategies tailored to client needs, ensuring alignment with their business objectives. Audience Analysis  :

Conduct research and analysis to identify target audiences, assess

communication

needs, and tailor messages for maximum impact. Messaging & Positioning:  Create compelling and consistent messaging frameworks that articulate key client value propositions and resonate with stakeholders. Campaign Development:  Design

communication

campaigns across multiple platforms (digital, social media, traditional media, etc.). Stakeholder Engagement:  Design stakeholder engagement strategies, ensuring

effective communication

with internal and external stakeholders.

Measurement & Evaluation:  Establish KPIs and reporting mechanisms to measure the effectiveness of

communication

strategies and provide actionable insights for improvement. Client Liaison  :

Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing expert guidance and ensuring the timely delivery of

communication

deliverables.

Collaboration:

Work closely with creative teams, PR specialists, content creators, and digital marketing experts to deliver cohesive

communication

solutions. Industry Trends:  Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to ensure

innovative

communication

strategies for clients.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.

Experience:

Minimum of 6 years of experience in consulting and communications strategy, preferably in an agency or consultancy setting (Big

4). Proven experience in developing and executing multi-channel

communication

strategies.

Experience with

stakeholder engagement internal and external

Skills:

Strong

analytical skills

with the ability to interpret data and insights for strategy development. Exceptional verbal and written

communication skills

. Proficiency in digital

communication

platforms and social media. Strong

project management

skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Proven ability to build relationships and manage stakeholder expectations.

Personal Attributes: A strategic thinker with a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a

team-oriented

environment. Ability to thrive in a

fast-paced

,

dynamic environment

with a high level of

adaptability

.

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Title: Account Director, Strategy

Company: APCO Worldwide

Location: Dubai, UAE/Dubai

Category: Marketing / Advertising / PR