Communications Manager

Role Overview

Communications Manager at Honeywell Technologies, focused on telling the brand story to internal and external audiences across the KSA&B growth region. This role reports to the Senior Director of Communications for Latin America and EMEA.

Role Purpose

Develop and execute an enterprise-aligned integrated communications program for Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and the wider META region that builds awareness, deepens understanding, and inspires action across all internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Planning

• Develop and drive the strategy for a holistic internal and external communications plan for the KSA&B region that meets business objectives and priorities for Honeywell as it evolves to become one of the world's leading pure play automation companies.
• Develop and lead regional media programs that are strongly linked to business strategy and regional industry trends, working in close partnership with and alignment to the Senior Communications Manager for META.
• Establish communications counsel and assist in developing plans to drive results.

Executive Positioning & Media Relations

• Lead Executive Positioning strategies for our regional President to drive top-tier media coverage and support employee engagement and visibility initiatives to further the company's reputation.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key reporters and media, managing media inquiries and interview requests and supporting across the wider META region as required.
• Develop new, innovative tactics in support of delivering compelling messaging to employees across the business in both KSA&B and across META.

Content Development

• Oversee and develop content for press releases, bylined articles, key messages, media statements, Q&A documents, and briefings.

Change & Crisis Communications

• Support major initiatives, organization transitions, leadership changes, and other transformation steps through innovative and effective communication plans that address the needs of varied audiences and stakeholders.
• Work with appropriate businesses, functions, and government relations on crisis and issues management.
• Identify issues proactively and execute actions to eliminate or minimize their potential impact.

Operations & Project Management

• Coordinate and facilitate budget and vendor relationships, event management and project teams as appropriate.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously while maintaining excellent project management standards.

Digital & Innovation

• Champion AI within the Communications space.
• Demonstrate intimate understanding of social media, especially LinkedIn, and advanced understanding of how best to leverage channels such as Viva Engage to promote employee engagement.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 10–12 years in-house experience at a large, matrixed B2B organization.
• Proven track record of results, change communications and positioning executives internally and externally.
• Deep experience in B2B media relations with proven ability to convert complex technologies and issues into impactful stories that engage and inspire.
• Strong contact list of Saudi-based media with proven record of successfully pitching news stories and ideas, managing journalist inquiries and ensuring external stakeholders receive information in a clear, timely way.
• Comprehensive understanding of the political, economic, cultural and nuances within Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and across the wider Middle East and North Africa region.
• Well-versed in internal communications programs and experienced in running executive positioning programs across digital media platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, or related field.
• Master's degree in Communications or Business Administration is valued.

Skills & Competencies

• Fluent English written and verbal communication skills with ability to develop clear, concise messages that align closely with corporate messaging; fluency in English is essential.
• Arabic language fluency is preferred.
• Strong AP style writing skills.
• Ability to think strategically and provide communications counsel.
• Self-starter with ability to thrive in a matrix organizational structure where priorities shift quickly.
• Proficient in internal comms tools including Poppulo and VivaEngage.
• Advanced understanding of business processes and vernacular.
• Strong business acumen and partnering, consulting and influencing skills with ability to build and navigate relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to provide communications guidance and work effectively across businesses and corporate functions.
• Innovative and creative thinking.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Additional Information

• This is a hands-on, sole contributor role.
• Ability to travel 10–15% of the time.
• Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
• Individuals with disabilities will be provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.