Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

The incumbent is responsible for developing the Authority wide corporate communication and stakeholder engagement system. The position will promote, foster, and support collaboration and communication between the Authority s corporate stakeholders in alignment with the organization s mission of delivering and managing a world-class infrastructure to fulfil Qatar s National vision. The position helps develop and implement stakeholder engagement and partnership initiatives that support the Authority s corporate strategies to drive efficient engagement with stakeholders. Mentor and train stakeholder engagement team members, empowering them with skills in strategic communication, stakeholder engagement and international liaison.

Your role

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive communication strategy for Ashghal s key strategic initiatives, including the adoption of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) and Construction Technology Transformation.
• Formulate and manage communication governance frameworks that align with Ashghal s strategic goals, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and strategic alignment across all communication platforms.
• Establish and continually review best practice guidelines for effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and change management across Ashghal s projects.
• Design and implement change management strategies to support the successful adoption of MMC and construction technology improvements.
• Collaborate with internal departments, external partners, and governmental entities to synchronize change initiatives, standardization efforts, and policy alignment.
• Drive strategic stakeholder engagement initiatives that foster understanding of Ashghal s transformative projects, with a specific focus on MMC and digital construction.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government entities, developers, contractors, architects, and international partners.
• Research, write, edit, and manage the development of high-quality communication materials, including executive briefings, and strategic updates.
• Develop, implement, and communicate strategies and key messages in clear and impactful language using diverse communication tactics.
• Ensure that internal and external communications are fully integrated to coordinate specific initiatives with relevant ministries and stakeholders.
• Organize and manage communication workshops and stakeholder forums to promote Ashghal s projects and governance frameworks.
• Coordinate conferences, international forums, and knowledge-sharing events to showcase advancements in construction technology and MMC governance and promote Qatar s infrastructure leadership and Ashghal s strategic.
• Produce comprehensive performance reports, highlighting key achievements, areas for improvement, and stakeholder feedback.
• Support the delivery of high-impact messages to diverse audiences in Qatar and internationally.
• Develop and maintain documentation of progress, challenges, and achievements related to construction technology initiatives and MMC programs.
• Actively seek stakeholder feedback to identify barriers to technology adoption and areas for improvement in current guidelines, SOPs, and incentives.
• Engage with Ashghal s ecosystem including developers, architects, engineering firms, and contractors to capture insights and fine-tune communication strategies.
• Integrate stakeholder inputs into program enhancements, policy updates, and strategic communication plans.

Desired Candidate Profile

• University degree from a recognised university in an appropriate field.
• Chartered status or Professional License from internationally recognized professional institutions or organizations.
• Minimum of 25 years postgraduate experience with experience in major infrastructure projects or programmes, 10 years in similar position, and 5 years in Qatar and / or the Gulf region.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills in Arabic and English.
• Experience in communication management in public sector building and infrastructure projects.
• Experience in developing organisational communication strategies, policies, plans, processes, procedures and standard practices.
• Experience in conducting communication assessment studies, analysis and developing appropriate solutions for improvement.
• Proven experience in dealing with Government Authorities and Utility Service Providers.
• Experience of Qatari Authorities.
• Master s degree in a relevant field.
• A proven record in delivering significant engagement programmes within a public sector setting.
• Deep understanding of the organizational context, stakeholder expectations and external trends.
• Ability to align communication objectives with organizational strategy and business outcomes.
• Acting as a trusted advisor and thought partner for senior executives.
• Understanding media relations, crisis communication, digital platforms, and content production at a supervisory and strategic level.
• A strategic planning approach, with a focus on delivering effective stakeholder engagement communications, strategies and solutions.
• Able to build and maintain business relationships and partnerships through collaboration and consultation.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate sensitive issues.