Communications & Public Affairs Partner

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Position Overview

The Communications & Public Affairs Partner for Roche Diagnostics Saudi Arabia will serve as a pivotal strategic leader, overseeing both internal and external communications, public affairs, and reputation management for the affiliate. This role reports directly to the General Manager and collaborates closely with the Middle East Communications and Public Affairs Head. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving internal engagement, managing change initiatives, and organizing high-impact internal events that align with Roche’s vision and business objectives.

As a trusted advisor to the Saudi Lead Team, you will translate leadership priorities into actionable communication strategies, shape organizational culture, and guide the affiliate through transformational journeys. Leveraging Roche’s global network, you will also contribute to regional communication initiatives, ensuring alignment with broader Middle East strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Act as a trusted advisor to the General Manager and Saudi Lead Team, translating business priorities into clear, compelling communication strategies that drive alignment and execution.
• Change Management & Internal Engagement: Develop and implement robust internal communication and change management strategies to support organizational transformations, cultural shifts, and business evolutions.
• High-Impact Internal Events: Concept, plan, and execute key internal events, town halls, and engagement initiatives that bring Roche Diagnostics Saudi Arabia’s strategy to life, foster collaboration, and enhance employee morale.
• External Positioning & Reputation Management: Craft and execute external positioning strategies to elevate the reputation of Roche Diagnostics, its innovative products, and its contributions to the Saudi healthcare ecosystem.
• Media & Executive Coaching: Partner with and coach the affiliate’s leadership team and media spokespersons to prepare for public engagements, interviews, and executive positioning opportunities.
• Regional Collaboration: Work closely with the Middle East Regional Communications Lead to align national strategies with regional internal engagement and external positioning frameworks.
• Agency & Vendor Management: Direct and manage partner agencies, event organizers, and creative vendors to ensure seamless, high-quality, and timely delivery of projects.

Key Success Factors

• Strategic Advisory: Demonstrate the ability to influence, guide, and challenge senior leaders, earning a seat at the table as a trusted strategic communication partner.
• Change Advocacy: Exhibit proven capability to lead organizations through change with empathy, clarity, and impactful storytelling.
• Stakeholder Management: Proactively engage with diverse internal and external stakeholders to co-create solutions and build high-trust relationships.
• Network Integration: Actively participate in the broader Roche network, sharing best practices and repurposing successful initiatives with pride.

Qualifications & Experience

• Nationality & Language: Open to Saudi nationals only. Fluency in both English and Arabic is required, with strong local media navigation and executive communications experience.
• Professional Background: 6–10 years of progressive corporate communications experience, preferably within matrixed healthcare or FMCG multinational organizations.
• Strategic Advisory Skills: Proven experience advising General Managers and executive leadership to translate business strategy into clear, compelling narratives.
• Change Management Expertise: Track record of successfully guiding organizations through transformational change with measurable impact.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to work in a matrixed environment, collaborating across functions and regions to drive cohesive communication strategies.