Journalism jobs - Manama Bahrain

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Develop and implement comprehensive PR strategies and campaigns to promote our brand, products, and initiatives. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, bloggers, and influencers across relevant media outlets and platforms. Write and distribute press releases, media pitches, and other PR materials to secure media coverage and positive publicity. Coordinate interviews, press briefings, and media appearances for company spokespeople and executives. Monitor media coverage and industry trends to identify opportunities, threats, and emerging topics for proactive and reactive PR efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Sales, and Product Development, to align PR efforts with broader business goals.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>3-4 years of relevant experience</li><li>Strong analytical, communication, time-management, and creativity skills</li><li>Experience with sporting events will be an advantage</li><li>Strong ability to focus on customer/market and take initiative</li><li>** Must include a cover letter with your application to EMAIL_ADDRESS</li></ul><p></p></section>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>JOB SUMMARY The Director of Marketing Communications is responsible for the planning, direction, control, and coordination of all communication activities, with an emphasis on public relations. Promotes and maintains good communications in order to enhance the prestigious image of the hotel and by doing so contributes to the revenues of the hotel.</p><p>Managing Marketing Communications Activities Develops an annual communications plan with specific goals and budgets as outlined in the hotel's marketing plan/communications manual. Prepares working plans to achieve goals and ensures the communications team is fully briefed on goals and progress. Compares actual achievements against goals on a regular basis and takes corrective action. Assists the DOM in the planning of all mailing activities, and oversees their execution. Ensures that the corporate ID manual is kept up-to-date and implemented as appropriate. Prepares on a timely basis the monthly sales &amp; marketing communications report. Supervises and directs photography for advertising, collateral and public relations purposes in liaison with the DOM, the advertising agency and the field marketing department at corporate office. Ensures the department has a comprehensive master slide/photo/CD library for all advertising, collateral and public relations activities, and regularly sends these to corporate office for the image library. Supervises operations of the in-house art department. Monitors activities of competitor hotels and trends within the industry.</p><p>Managing Public Relations Activities Acts as official spokesperson for the hotel when appropriate and responds to all media requests within 24 hours. Compiles and maintains a comprehensive list of media contacts and manages them as per the media account management system. Delegates assigned accounts to communications staff as appropriate but takes full responsibility for the key media by maintaining and developing close relationships Prepares press releases for appropriate targeted media, locally, regionally and internationally. Works closely with the corporate and international press offices on developing story angles. Plays a key role in community and government relations as well as VIP handling. Secures opportunities, directs and attends hotel sponsored events, and develops targeted partner relationships. Creates and organizes press promotional activities. Participates in the press events/trips organized by the regional PR offices as required. Conducts press blitzes when appropriate. Ensures press kit information is comprehensive and kept up-to-date.</p><p>Managing Advertising Activities Works with the DOM and advertising agency on the rooms and food &amp; beverage tactical advertising campaigns' creative and media plans. Maximizes advertising budget by ensuring that the hotel's creative message and media activities are consistent with the advertising of sister hotels and the company group advertising. Ensures that the advertising creative is in synergy with the company, projecting a consistent and quality message. Reviews the hotel's market segmentation and other appropriate marketing reports to ensure that the media scheduling matches those segments. Monitors and maintains media schedules as well as prompt settlement of accounts.</p><p>Managing Direct Marketing Activities Takes an integrated approach to DM activities, ensuring a consistent and quality image is projected. Assists the DOM in the planning, implementation and tracking of electronic marketing activities. Maintains budget control.</p><p>Manages Collateral Coordinates and executes production of all printed materials, with assistance of advertising agencies, following the specifications stipulated in the corporate ID manual. Ensures hotel information is updated regularly on the internet/intranet. Supervises the production and quality of all displays and temporary signage in hotel public areas. Supervises and budgets for quality gift items as appropriate. Ensures correct usage of hotel logo on gift items as stipulated in corporate ID manual. Supervises the in-house graphic designer and/or print shop.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph">High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the sales and marketing, guest services, front desk, or related professional area. OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years experience in the sales and marketing or related professional area.</p></section>

<p>We are looking for an energetic and motivated&nbsp;Sales Associate&nbsp;to join our team.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong>:</p><p>Welcome and assist customers in-store<br>Recommend fabrics and tailoring services based on customer needs<br>Maintain excellent customer service and follow-up<br>Handle sales transactions and invoices<br>Keep the showroom organized and presentable<br>Support daily store operations</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Requirements</strong>:</p><p>Good communication and interpersonal skills<br>Sales or retail experience preferred<br>Friendly, confident, and customer-focused personality<br>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment<br>Basic computer skills</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>What We Offer:</strong></p><p>Competitive salary<br>Sales incentives/commission opportunities<br>Friendly work environment<br>Growth opportunities</p>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Role Summary The Government Relations Executive is responsible for managing and maintaining relationships with governmental and regulatory authorities in Bahrain and providing end-to-end Government Relations support for both the tMart and Logistics verticals. The role ensures regulatory compliance, supports business continuity and expansion, and acts as the primary liaison between the Company and external stakeholders.</p><p>What's On Your Plate?</p><p>Serve as the Government Relations focal point for both the tMart and Logistics verticals in Bahrain, providing end-to-end support across all operational, licensing, regulatory, labor, and governmental affairs matters, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and supporting the expansion and day-to-day operations of both businesses.</p><p>Manage and support the establishment, licensing, renewal, and ongoing regulatory requirements for all tMart stores, Logistics operations, riders, vehicles, and related facilities, ensuring uninterrupted business operations and compliance with all relevant governmental requirements.</p><p>Handle correspondence, responses to requests, and coordinate with the Ministry of Interior, Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Traffic Directorate, and other law enforcement authorities in relation to incidents, accidents, investigations, and official inquiries involving employees, riders, 3PL partners, or customers, and represent the Company before such authorities when required.</p><p>Manage the renewal and maintenance of all corporate licenses and official registrations, including Commercial Registration (CR), Trade License, Chamber of Commerce membership, import licenses, municipality licenses, and any other regulatory permits required for the Company's operations.</p><p>Oversee all activities on the LMRA portal, including new work visa applications, renewals, cancellations, amendments, and business visa processing.</p><p>Coordinate the issuance and renewal of employees CPR cards, liaising with the relevant government authorities and municipalities to obtain address certificates and advertising permits where required.</p><p>Administer all GOSI-related processes, including employee registration and deregistration, annual salary updates, work injury reporting, and resolving discrepancies related to employee records and invoices.</p><p>Handle the end-to-end process for employees driving licenses, including document preparation, online appointment scheduling, and coordination with the Ministry of Interior until issuance or renewal is completed.</p><p>Manage the Tamkeen portal by registering employees, identifying and applying for eligible support programs, submitting required company documentation, and following up on approvals, invoices, and reimbursements.</p><p>Coordinate the issuance of family visit visas and business visit visas through the NPRA portal, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and requirements.</p><p>Process and renew health certificates and other employee-related approvals with the Ministry of Health (MOH), National Health Regulatory Authority (NHRA), Labor Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA), Social Insurance Organization (SIO), and other relevant authorities.</p><p>Liaise with internal departments to obtain regulatory approvals and permits for campaigns, promotions, rewards programs, and marketing initiatives from the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Tourism (MOIC), Consumer Protection Authority, and other competent authorities.</p><p>Support customs clearance activities and coordinate with the relevant authorities for import and export requirements whenever applicable.</p><p>Lead the licensing and establishment process for new branches and locations, obtaining all required approvals and permits from the Ministry of Industry, municipalities, Civil Defense Authority, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications, and other regulatory bodies.</p><p>Handle customer complaints filed before the Consumer Protection Authority and other governmental entities, represent the Company during meetings and hearings, and coordinate with internal stakeholders to achieve amicable resolutions.</p><p>Prepare, attest, notarize, and legalize contracts, agreements, and corporate documents before the competent authorities, embassies, and public notaries whenever required.</p><p>Represent the Company before public notaries and relevant authorities in connection with POAs, Board Resolutions, corporate amendments, changes to authorized signatories, and other corporate governance matters.</p><p>Coordinate with sponsors, authorized signatories, shareholders, and senior management to facilitate their attendance before government authorities whenever required.</p><p>Obtain all required governmental approvals and permits related to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives and community engagement activities.</p><p>Monitor regulatory developments and governmental procedural changes and proactively inform the Legal and relevant business teams of any changes that may impact the Company's operations.</p><p>Manage all Traffic Directorate related processes, including vehicle registrations, registration book renewals, advertising permits, driving licenses, and any other requirements relating to riders and 3PL partners.</p><p>Review, reconcile, and coordinate the settlement of violations, fines, and notices issued by governmental entities, including the Traffic Directorate, municipalities, Ministry of Health, and other competent authorities.</p><p>Handle the filing, registration, renewal, and protection of trademarks, trade names, logos, and intellectual property rights, and coordinate with the Trademark Authority and relevant authorities for their use in campaigns and advertising activities.</p><p>Represent the Company before governmental authorities and regulatory bodies and act as the primary point of contact for all external governmental affairs matters in Bahrain.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>Bachelor's Degree</li><li>Minimum of 5 years experience</li><li>Time Management Skills</li><li>Customer Service Skills</li><li>Organizing Skills</li><li>Fluent in both languages Arabic and English</li><li>Communication skills (Written and Verbal)</li><li>Excel Skills</li></ul><p></p></section>