Community Engagement Manager, Secondment Role

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ABOUT US

Edelman is a new kind of agency, at the intersection of PR, Advertising, Social, Digital, Earned Media and Experiential. We blur the lines between each medium to create smart, innovative, and powerful work that gets people talking and engaging with brands in new ways. You will be challenged to push convention and your creativity to find modern ways to drive consumer behavior in today’s socially charged, digital environment. 

We are passionate, unconventional, and driven by a desire to do the best work possible. We get results for our clients and have the trophies to prove it. We are tough on work. We are kind to each other. We also laugh a lot ....

THE ROLE

As a Community Engagement Manager, you will be responsible in leading initiatives that foster public engagement with our public art programs. You will have a proven track record in developing and implementing successful engagement strategies, building relationships with diverse communities, and driving participation in cultural initiatives.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Strategy Development:
• Develop and implement comprehensive community engagement strategies that encourage public participation and interaction with public art programs, ensuring alignment with the broader organizational goals.
• Community Building:
• Build and nurture strong relationships with artists, community groups, cultural institutions, and other stakeholders. Act as the primary liaison between these groups and the organization to foster a collaborative environment.
• Public Engagement:
• Lead outreach programs and initiatives aimed at increasing awareness and involvement in public art projects. Engage with diverse communities to ensure inclusive representation and participation in all initiatives.
• Event Management:
• Plan, coordinate, and execute events, workshops, and community outreach activities that enhance the visibility and impact of public art programs. Ensure these events are delivered on time and within budget.
• Communication:
• Develop and deliver clear and compelling messaging through various channels, including social media, newsletters, public speaking engagements, and press releases, to promote public art projects and foster community connections.

Knowledge and Skills

• Minimum of 7+ years in community engagement, outreach, or a related field. Experience within the arts and culture sector is highly desirable.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English is mandatory for this role, as it involves communication with diverse communities and stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with a wide range of audiences, from artists to government officials, to local communities.
• Experience in organizing and managing events, with the ability to handle budgets, timelines, and logistics efficiently.
• A demonstrable passion for arts and culture, with an understanding of the role public art plays in community development and cultural expression.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• An opportunity to shape your future and work with some of the smartest and most energetic people in the PR industry, who will nurture, challenge, and enable you.
• Big potential for personal growth, training, and further development of skills
• A dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive culture, where diversity is embraced – and you are celebrated and appreciated for who you are.
• A huge variety of virtual learning and development resources to support your personal and professional growth.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.