Manager - Brand Reputation

Be the change. Join the world’s most visionary developer.

Red Sea Global (RSG) is showing that there is a better way to positively shape the places we live, work and travel.

We are purpose-driven and committed to people and planet. Our transformative programs are a driving force to achieving Vision 2030, as well as leading the world towards regenerative tourism.

Join RSG and be part of the positive change for Saudi Arabia and the world.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join Red Sea Global (RSG), one of the world’s most visionary developers and a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, an ambitious program to diversify and strengthen the Kingdom’s economy and boost its thriving tourism and hospitality sectors.

RSG’s mission goes beyond opening the eyes of the world to Saudi Arabia; it is about setting new benchmarks in sustainable development, enhancing local communities, and preserving and regenerating natural environments.

As a pioneering multi-project developer, RSG is responsible for ultra-luxury destinations including The Red Sea, AMAALA, and Thuwal Private Retreat. The Red Sea welcomed its first guests last year, becoming the first Vision 2030 giga-project to open, and its dedicated Red Sea International Airport, on track to become the Middle East’s first carbon-neutral airport is now operational.

We are seeking a Manager, Risk & Crisis Communications to strengthen RSG’s ability to anticipate, prepare for, and respond to risks and crises across our destinations. In this role, you will manage risk and crisis communications planning, lead cross-functional coordination, and ensure effective stakeholder engagement at critical moments.

You will also be responsible for embedding best practice crisis preparedness across the organization and managing high-stakes communication projects that protect and enhance RSG’s reputation.

• Lead ongoing risk assessments for Red Sea Global projects, factoring in geopolitical, economic, environmental, reputational, and operational risks.
• Identify and prioritize key risks.
• Monitor emerging issues and external developments through tools such as Sprinklr, industry sources, and stakeholder feedback.
• Ensure alignment of risk monitoring with enterprise-wide risk management priorities.

• Develop and oversee crisis communications strategies, playbooks, and escalation processes.
• Lead cross-departmental coordination to ensure alignment of crisis response procedures with brand positioning and RSG values.
• Organize workshops, simulations, and media training, including specialized crisis media training for executives and spokespeople.
• Prepare crisis communication materials, including holding statements, press releases, FAQs, and social media content.
• Manage end-to-end delivery of risk and crisis communication projects, ensuring timely execution and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Oversee project planning, resourcing, timelines, and reporting for crisis preparedness initiatives.

• Coordinate with RSG’s Risk, Legal, Operations, and Corporate Affairs teams to ensure integrated planning and response.
• Track KPIs and progress to senior leadership, providing actionable insights for continuous improvement.

• Partner with internal communications to cascade clear, consistent messaging during crises.
• Draft internal updates, leadership briefings, FAQs, and Q&As for employees and key departments.
• Support organizational resilience by embedding a culture of preparedness across teams.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Identify and map priority stakeholders (PIF, Royal Court, government entities, investors, partners, local communities).
• Develop tailored communication strategies for stakeholder engagement during crises.
• Prepare leadership with briefing materials and talking points for high-stakes interactions.
• Lead post-crisis reviews to capture lessons learned and ensure continuous improvement.
• Produce debrief reports and strategic recommendations for executive leadership.
• Benchmark against international best practice to ensure RSG remains at the forefront of risk and crisis…