Social Media and Communications Officer (AO)

About the role

The British Embassy Bahrain is looking for a Social Media and Communications Officer (Administrative Officer grade) to manage the Embassy's social media accounts and produce timely, engaging content in English and Arabic that delivers UK Government objectives. The post supports the Ambassador, the Deputy Head of Mission and cross-Embassy colleagues, and works closely with the Head of Communications.

Key responsibilities

• Manage several social media channels, develop and deliver a strategy and implementation plan, and analyse insights to evolve the communications approach
• Create content in English and Arabic, including subtitles and captions, and translate press releases, media lines and digital content
• Build a network of press and public affairs contacts across the Government of Bahrain, influencers and local media, and report to the Head of Communications
• Support digital diplomacy and wider corporate activity, including major events such as the King's Birthday Party, VIP visits and community events
• Take part in crisis preparedness and operational response, cover colleagues on leave, and work flexibly, including out of standard hours

Required profile

• Right to work in Bahrain or eligibility for a work permit; visa sponsorship is provided
• Excellent English and Arabic, with strong interpersonal and communications skills
• Previous experience in digital communications, for example for a local or international organisation
• Ability to film and edit videos for social media
• Fluent Arabic and English, and proficiency in a range of social media channels

Required skills

• Editing software and social media channel proficiency
• Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

What we offer

• Permanent full-time position at BHD 1,111 per month (35 hours per week); salary abated if exempt from local social insurance
• No accommodation or relocation expenses; private medical insurance included
• Learning and development opportunities with specific training and mentoring for the role
• Flexible working policy with limited working from home (e.g. one day a week)
• Three-month probation; appointment subject to local and UK security clearances

Applications are made through the official British Government vacancy site, with a deadline of 17 November 2026. Only shortlisted candidates are contacted, and the process takes around 2-3 months.