Communications Specialist imec Qatar

Imec is a global leader in research and innovation for advanced chip technology, helping to solve major challenges like climate change, healthcare, and sustainable food. Imec Qatar is a new regional office where we will be specializing in advanced design tools for emerging technologies like silicon photonics and 3D integrated circuits.  

We are seeking a dynamic Communications Specialist who will play a pivotal role in establishing and elevating imec’s brand awareness among key local stakeholders in Qatar. Your primary mission will be to drive imec’s visibility and reputation within the semiconductor and deeptech ecosystem, attract and engage future employees, and foster strong relationships with policy makers. As an all-round communications expert, you will leverage both strategic vision and hands-on execution across corporate communications, employer branding, and media relations. From shaping our messaging and orchestrating impactful campaigns, to building imec’s presence from the ground up, you will be instrumental in positioning imec as a leading force in innovation and technology for the region’s talent, industry, and government. Join us at this exciting moment to make a lasting impact as we launch imec Qatar and shape the future of semiconductor innovation, starting with you! 

What you will do

You will play a crucial role in establishing imec’s local identity, visibility, and credibility among key audiences, including government stakeholders, industry partners, academic institutions, the wider public, and future employees. You will closely collaborate with the various communications teams at imec HQ in Leuven, Belgium, and report to the corporate & outreach communication manager. Your work location will be in Doha (Qatar), with extensive training provided in Leuven (Belgium). 

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy for imec Qatar, aligned with global corporate communications strategy and branding guidelines. 
• Build imec’s reputation in a new market, ensuring consistent messaging and strong brand positioning. 
• Create and execute employer branding initiatives aimed at attracting future employees. 
• Manage stakeholder communications, including government, industry associations, academia, media and the broad public. 
• Create and manage communication materials and campaigns. 
• Disseminate content through both online and offline communication channels. 
• Participate in local events and organize imec-hosted events, in close collaboration with HQ team. 
• Develop and implement the local press strategy, in close collaboration with the HQ press team. Build local media relations, reach out of local media, respond to local media enquiries, identify the appropriate spokesperson, and organize press interviews. 
• In collaboration with HQ, roll out internal communications initiatives to foster connection and engagement across the local team while strengthening ties with the global community. 

What we do for you

We offer you the opportunity to join one of the world’s premier research centers in nanotechnology at its office in Qatar. With your talent, passion and expertise, you’ll become part of a team that makes the impossible possible. Together, we shape the technology that will determine the society of tomorrow.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and proud of our open, multicultural, and informal working environment with ample possibilities to take initiative and show responsibility. We commit to supporting and guiding you in this process; not only with words but also with tangible actions. Through imec.academy, 'our corporate university', we actively invest in your development to further your technical and personal growth. 

We are aware that your valuable contribution makes imec a top player in its field. Your energy and commitment are therefore appreciated by means of a competitive salary with many fringe benefits. 

Who you are

• You have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in communications or equivalent. 
• You have min. 10 years of experience in communications, ideally in an international tech environment. 
• You have an extensive background in stakeholder communications and networking is in your DNA. 
• You have excellent communication skills, both in writing and orally, in Arabic and English. 
• You have excellent project management skills. Strong time management and organizational skills. 
• You are hands-on and can manage strategy and execution in parallel. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage social media channels strategically, from content planning to audience engagement. 
• You are experienced in creating content for different audiences, purposes and formats, as well as in organizing events. 

IMEC and its affiliates will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. IMEC will consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes submitted by vendors such as search firms, staffing agencies, professional recruiters, fee-based referral services and recruiting agencies (hereafter “Agency”) to have been referred by the Agency free of charge. IMEC will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have a prior written agreement with IMEC, validated by its HR department, in place regarding a specific job opening and allowing to submit resumes.