Institutional Affairs & Corporate Communication Regional Manager - Gulf

Job Location: Dubai

Company description

Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, Raffaello®, Kinder Bueno® and Kinder Surprise®. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? More than 47,000 dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them.

Diversity Statement

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.

About the Role:

Join us as a key leader in Institutional Affairs and Corporate Communications, where you'll drive public and government affairs, manage external communications, and build strong relationships with regional stakeholders to enhance our corporate image.

As an influential member of our Leadership team you’ll drive our Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, coordinate community events, and strengthen Ferrero’s reputation in line with our global and local goals.

If you're ready to make a real difference and grow your career in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment, we want to hear from you!

Main Responsibilities:

As a leader in Institutional Affairs, you will drive Ferrero’s engagement with public officials, legislators, and key institutions, forging impactful relationships through strategic associations and organizations. Your expertise will shape external communications, ensuring the Company’s voice resonates with government bodies and industry groups. Focused on advocacy, you will protect and advance Ferrero’s interests, navigate complex regulations, and champion initiatives that secure public support and funding. This role is pivotal in elevating Ferrero’s presence, influence, and reputation regionally and nationally.

In this role, you will oversee the company's charitable contributions and community engagement within regional or national initiatives. You'll advise the executive team on reputation management, ensuring stakeholder perspectives are considered in complex decisions.

As the Corporate Social Responsibility & Sustainability Lead, you will coordinate regional projects, align cross-functional efforts, and foster partnerships with key organizations to promote Ferrero’s responsible image. Your role ensures the company’s sustainability strategies are effective and widely recognized. This role defines and manages partnerships to enhance Ferrero’s reputation and supports initiatives such as KinderJoy of Moving.

You’ll oversee corporate narratives and digital brand PR, manage public relations and online reputation, and serve as spokesperson for the region. This includes handling crisis communications, in alignment with Group process, and maintaining strong relationships with media, consumer groups, NGOs, and other stakeholders to support Ferrero’s image and CSR initiatives.

Who we are looking for:

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of sustainability and corporate reputation? Ferrero is seeking a driven professional with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in government, communications, public relations, or a related field from an accredited institution.

We are looking for candidates with a proven track record in the public sector, ideally with a robust network and experience negotiating with government bodies across the Gulf Countries. You will bring at least 15 years of directly relevant experience, including a minimum of five years in a management role. Previous exposure to the food & beverages or FMCG industry is highly valued.

Fluency in English is essential, while native Arabic speaking skills are a must. Experience living and working in the Gulf Countries is required.

How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero:

Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. So, to be successful at Ferrero, you’ll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are - dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world.