Manager - Stakeholder Relations & CSR

Space42


Date: 5 hours ago
City: Abu Dhabi
Contract type: Full time
Overview

Space42 (ADX: SPACE42) is a UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company that integrates satellite communications, geospatial analytics and artificial intelligence capabilities to enlighten the Earth from space. Established in 2024 following the successful merger between Bayanat and Yahsat, Space42’s global reach allows it to address the rapidly evolving needs of its customers in governments, enterprises, and communities.

Our vision is to pioneer beyond today for humanity to experience a better tomorrow. Space42 challenges traditional approaches with advanced AI and cutting-edge satellite technology, making space more accessible and redefining how data from space can be used on Earth. We aim to achieve this by connecting people to rewire potential, informing decisions to reimagine impact and enabling action to redefine tomorrow.

For more information visit: www.space42.ai , follow us on X and Instagram @Space42ai

Job Purpose

Develop and manage stakeholder engagement framework and nurture relations to shape the reputation of Space42 as a responsible corporate citizen, in line with good governance practices and transparency, particularly among the investment community. Shape and develop the CSR framework and manage implementation of Space42’s CSR strategic goals, programs and initiatives to drive positive impact in social, environmental and economic development. Foster the culture of CSR and corporate volunteering across Space42 and support its commitment to contribute positively towards achieving national and global social and environmental goals. Build close working relations with various teams including Business leads, Investor Relations, Product Development, Risk Management & ESG, Human Capital, Internal Communications and Events to drive CSR programs forward. Build Stakeholder Engagement and CSR metrics and performance framework for governance, social and environmental impact, maintaining records and reports related to performance. Reporting to the Vice President of Communications.

Responsibilities

Stakeholder Relations

  • Actively engaging stakeholders to support the company's profile and Investor Relations programme, bolstering its reputation, brand image and investor sentiment. Appealing to institutional and retail investors, socially conscious customers, and talent, offering a competitive edge in the market.
  • Developing strategies for maintaining a positive perception of the company’s prospects among stakeholders and investment community, ensuring all stakeholder engagement programs are conducted in accordance with the corporate strategy, utilising existing and new communication channels (from Quarterly Earnings and Annual Report development, Website, Social Media, Email, to Podcasts) and the CRM platform. Working closely with respective departments including Investor Relations, Regulatory, Commercial, product development and more.
  • Build relations with NGOs, Social impact regulatory and policy makers, educational institutions, advocacy groups in the AI and Space industries, humanizing the business as a good corporate citizen.
  • Work closely with the relevant Ministerial departments to promote Space42, corporate social responsibility and support the UAE country goals, regional and global efforts to support communities, digital inclusion, corporate sustainability in Space and AI.
  • Identify and prioritize stakeholders including investors and develop open and transparent communications, creating programs and strategies to drive investor sentiment and adoption of our products and solutions to support social, environmental and economic development.
  • Nurture collaborations and co-create social and environmental programs with stakeholders in line with strategic objectives, to achieve positive outcomes and measurable impact.
  • Building capacity among internal and external stakeholders to support social and economic development.
  • Through comprehensive engagement and collaboration, ensure CSR initiatives are impactful, sustainable, and widely supported, ultimately leading to a positive and lasting contribution to society.
  • Set measures and KPIs to evaluate stakeholder engagement and relations including annual stakeholder surveys.

CSR Strategy

  • Develop and manage the implementation of the CSR Strategy, framework, goals, programs and projects, in line with the Space42 Sustainability Framework and G42 groupwide efforts, based on international best practices and local regulatory requirements.
  • Identify, develop and implement CSR activities with tangible outcomes and impact, coordinating with relevant Government/ consultant/NGO partners, providing recommendations for partnerships, and developing relevant proposals for management approval.
  • Shape and organize CSR events external or internal.
  • Management and updating of Sustainability webpages on CSR programs.

CSR Data

  • Accountable for the data collection templates, data collection and maintaining data records to be used for assessing Stakeholder Relations and CSR reporting, identifying data gaps and impact- based measurements.
  • Develop case studies for various CSR success stories demonstrating measurable impact.
  • Support in creating Stakeholder Relations and CSR related reports and communications required for internal or external use.
  • Manage relationships with relevant department teams.
  • Building a database of CSR partners and engagement tracking.

AI and Space for Good

  • Develop social responsibility agenda on AI for Good and Space for Good, as part of the CSR strategic framework demonstrating business activities which make a positive impact to communities, society and economic development in the countries we operate, and raise awareness among stakeholders including investment community.
  • Build stakeholder relations with social impact and environmental organizations/ institutes / supporting digital inclusion and identify opportunities where Space42 products and services can be utilized for good.
  • Work closely with product development teams to identify the positive impact products and services are making at the grassroots level.
  • Organize events and community engagement programmes.
  • Manage the Stakeholder Relations and CSR function administrative activities as needed.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

  • Broad understanding of qualitative and quantitative analyses methodologies.
  • Comprehensive understanding of Stakeholder Engagement, Investor Relations and CSR and other emerging sustainability topics.
  • General understanding about project implementation, measuring and reporting.
  • Solid knowledge of CSR, Sustainability and Climate Change.
  • Expertise in project management and stakeholder engagement.
  • Ability to work on Microsoft office and data tools.
  • Data collection and management.
  • Solid administrative skills

CORE-SKILL COMPETENCIES

  • Relationship management: Solid understanding of CRM platform utilization, relationship framework development and management.
  • Teamwork and co-operation: Strong team player who builds up effective, co-operative relationships with others.
  • Result focused: ability to complete tasks within set timeframes and remains focused on the deliverables and results.
  • Communication skills: communicates and reports in clear and unequivocal terms.
  • Initiative and pro-activity: anticipates problems and seizes opportunities without waiting to be told.
  • Accuracy: ensures accuracy and high quality in work delivered, with good attention to detail.
  • Conceptual thinking: ability to identify patterns or connections between situations and identify solutions in complex situations.
  • Interpersonal skills: actively listens to managers’ needs, ability to convince, gain the acceptance and commitment of Business Managers with regards to advice on adding stakeholder value; deals with conflicts of interest (controller/adviser).
  • Staying abreast of stakeholder engagement management, CSR best practices continuously benchmarking against leading sustainable companies.
  • Project management and planning skills.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field such as Public Relations, Corporate Communications, CSR, Environment / Sustainability Leadership etc.
  • 5-8 years’ experience in Communications/Stakeholder/Public/Investor Relations and CSR knowledge, with prior experience in investor communications, community and environment engagement programmes, at international level.
  • Fluency in English (in both spoken and written communication), and Arabic language skills.

Our Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive compensation packages and comprehensive medical insurance to support you and your family.
  • Wellbeing-focused initiatives and resources designed to enhance your personal and professional life.
  • Flexibility to balance work and life, with hybrid work options tailored to role requirements.
  • Access to exclusive discount programs, offering savings across various lifestyle and leisure experiences across the UAE.

What Makes a Great Fit

If you are performance-driven and possess an inquisitive mind with the agility to navigate ambiguity, you will thrive here. At the heart of the Space42 community is a bias for action and a passion for developing innovative, efficient space services through AI-driven smart solutions that drive technological advancements and create a better tomorrow.

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