The Account Executive is primarily responsible for day-to-day client work under the daily supervision of an Account Manager. Covering the basics of PR, communications and social, the Account Executive plays a key role in coordination of account activity and will perform a variety of tasks including research and analysis, media monitoring, preparing summary reports to support the client engagement. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Account Executive Duties:
Conduct thorough research that reflects an understanding of the clients issues focusing crisis management and political security
Prepare summary reports which synthesize information from various sources
Participate actively in internal and client meetings, offering knowledgeable observations and suggestions
Proactively identify external meetings and trainings to attend to build skill set or sector knowledge and contacts
Demonstrate awareness of utilization and expectations, coordinating with project leaders to manage them
Develop firm understanding of traditional and digital media tools and metrics
Professional Development:
Demonstrate commitment to the professional growth and development
Acquire knowledge about industry and practices
Open to learning new things, responds positively to feedback from others
Identify and follow industry or sector of interest
Seek feedback on performance; identifies internal or external mentor
Take initiative to participate in training when available
Readily adapt and show enthusiasm for learning new systems
AD-Hocks Assignment/reports:
As per the Direct Managers requests
Competencies
Excellent communication skills written and verbally
Excellent writing skills
Analytical skills
Presentation skills
Research skills
Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organization and time management skills, strong attention to detail
Initiative skills
Teamwork skills
Ability to be flexible, resilient, solution oriented and creative
Service-orientated attitude, proactive thinker, information seeker
Requirements
Bachelors Degree in Mass Communication, International Relations, Public Relations or Equivalent
0-2 years of experience
English and Arabic proficiency is a must
Work Conditions The physical abilities needed to perform the duties of this position, in addition to the office climate:
Office environment is general office setting
Some travel may be required
Must reside in Dubai or be willing to relocate
Willing to work additional or irregular hours as needed and allowed by local regulations
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