Jihad Abdullah

Experience

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  Almana Group

  Sept 2007 - May 2008

  PRO Specialist

  Action visa and immigration requirements as well as dealing with customs and the port authority for Critical inbound and outbound shipments.

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  Vodafone Qatar

  May 2008 - now

  -Manage public relations department.-Train, and manage PR specialists.-Improve management and employee relations.-Draft speeches with chief executives.-Respond to information queries from media and the general public.-Develop and maintain corporate image and logos.-Maintain effective working relationships with local and municipal government officials  - Formulate policies and procedures related to public information programs.-Manage an organization's reputation with the public in general and clients. Show less To run the End to End PRO function To engage key government departments for all approvals required for property, visas, Resident Permits and other such official requirements To get major approvals for magazine launches, advertising campaigns and exhibitions stands Be a liaison to the legal team for key consultation for all immigration matters Major Achievements:- Completed all visa and immigration requirements for the company from start up to 400 employees -Developed and managed an ongoing process for all renewals and extensions plus new starter requirements -Full approval for the retail store estate and other key property requirements (base stations, cell sites, mobile stores)-Develop strategic relationships with key government officials and departments to help deliver the process -Being awarded the Vodafone Hero Award 3 years running-The launch of VOX magazine and 3 major exhibition launches (gaining approvals) Show less

  • Public Relations Manager

    Oct 2015 - now

  • Public Relation Manager

    Jan 2009 - Jul 2024

  • Public Relations Supervisor

    Sept 2014 - Oct 2015

  • Public Relations Officer

    May 2008 - Sept 2014