Community Engagement Specialist

We are currently looking for a Community Engagement Specialist to support a key initiative within the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) on a 12-month freelance contract.

DCT Abu Dhabi is the government entity responsible for driving the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi’s culture, tourism and creative industries, playing a central role in positioning the emirate as a global hub.

Working within the Community Engagement unit, this role is responsible for delivering the day-to-day activities that keep the community active, connected, and growing. The successful candidate will organize recurring community programs, manage platforms and communications, support major events, and maintain the engagement data required for KPI reporting.

• Organize and run recurring community activities end-to-end.
• Manage scheduling, venues, registrations, speakers, mentors, and on‑site delivery for community activities.
• Coordinate vendors, venues, and delivery partners and track costs against the allocated budget.
• Support the execution of the year‑round community calendar.

• Manage the community’s online spaces, including the community platform, social channels, and newsletters.
• Publish the content calendar and ensure information on programs and events remains accurate and current.
• Prepare communication materials for community programs, including announcements, event recaps, and creator‑content coordination.

• Support the delivery of B2B and B2C events.
• Assist with operational coordination and on‑site delivery as required.

• Maintain the community database, including member information, program participation, and engagement across activities and platforms.
• Track attendance, engagement, and satisfaction for every community activity.
• Prepare accurate inputs for the unit’s KPI reporting.

• Hands‑on experience organizing community events from initial planning through to on‑site delivery.
• Strong coordination and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities, vendors, and stakeholders in parallel.
• Ability to keep community members informed, engaged, and connected across different programs and platforms.
• Fluency in English.

• Experience managing online community platforms and social media channels, including the delivery of content calendars.
• Experience supporting larger events, such as festivals, tournaments, and conferences, in operational roles.
• Basic data and reporting skills, including tracking participation and engagement and preparing simple reports.
• Arabic-language ability is an asset.

12-month freelance contract

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates