Account Executive, Communications Advisory

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 Manager’s 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

• Bachelor’s 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

About APCO

APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping leading corporations, foundations and governments navigate a complex world and create lasting impact. 

Founded in 1984, with one woman’s vision and bold action, APCO has grown into an independent, majority women-owned firm of more than 1,200 employees with work spanning 80 markets around the world.

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO is comprised of strategic advisers, consultants and creators, working together across borders and functions, to provide services and expertise on financial, competitive, political and societal issues. 

APCO is a trusted partner to bold purpose-led leaders, lawmakers, government officials, NGOs, the media and other stakeholders in the health, energy, technology, transportation & infrastructure and food & consumer products sectors. For 40 years, the firm has provided public affairs, crisis & reputation, impact, corporate reputation and global solutions services. 

APCO is renowned for its ability to champion clients’ interests and permission to operate, build their reputation and strengthen their standing. APCO’s integrated approach and team of tenacious and empathic talent create connections and winning strategies that accelerate progress and deepen impact.

By bringing diverse people and ideas together, and working beyond traditional boundaries, APCO builds the un/common ground upon which progress is made.