Public Affairs Director

Role Description The Public Affairs Director at Faculdade Anhanguera Polos will lead the institution’s engagement with government bodies, regulatory agencies, and key external stakeholders to support strategic objectives in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This part-time hybrid role involves developing and implementing public affairs strategies, preparing briefing materials, and coordinating institutional responses to policy developments, while combining on-site presence in Dubai with periodic work from home. The director will oversee the creation of public communications, including press releases and statements, manage media inquiries, and ensure consistent messaging aligned with the institution’s mission and values. Day-to-day responsibilities include monitoring legislative and regulatory changes, maintaining productive relationships with government officials and media representatives, advising senior leadership on public positioning, and representing the institution at relevant events, meetings, and community forums. The role also includes collaboration with internal teams to support reputation management, crisis communication planning, and proactive advocacy initiatives.
Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in government relations and governmental affairs, with the ability to navigate regulatory and policy environments in the United Arab Emirates.
• Strong background in public affairs and media relations, including managing institutional visibility and engagement with external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in drafting and reviewing press releases and other public statements, ensuring clarity, consistency, and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with government officials, media representatives, and community leaders.
• Experience in higher education, public sector, or related fields is beneficial.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with sound judgment in sensitive or high-profile situations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Political Science, International Relations, or a related discipline; advanced degree is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid arrangement, balancing on-site duties in Dubai with remote work while meeting deadlines and objectives.