Expression of Interest – Corporate Affairs & Communications (APAC)

Shape how global trade is seen, heard, and trusted.

DP World is strengthening its Corporate Affairs & Communications leadership across Asia Pacific, and we're inviting Expressions of Interest from communications professionals with the experience to lead reputation, media relations, and crisis response for the region.

This is not an immediate vacancy. By applying, you'll join our Corporate Affairs & Communications talent community and be considered when the opportunity opens, aligned to our regional leadership and transformation agenda.

What you'll do

Set APAC's external communications strategy, including audience segmentation, message house architecture, and proactive thought leadership
Own the region's crisis response protocol, holding statement library, and spokesperson preparation, acting as escalation point for multi-cluster issues
Maintain media relationship standards and approve external media statements across all clusters
Provide oversight and escalation support on government affairs reporting and Head Office liaison
Lead and develop the External Communications team, and guide cluster communications leads on external comms execution
Manage senior relationships with Legal, retained agencies, and regional leadership, and represent External Communications in APAC leadership planning
Establish and report KPIs for reputation, media sentiment, and issue resolution across the region

What we're looking for

10+ years in external communications or media relations, including at least 3 years in a leadership role
Experience in infrastructure, logistics, ports, or trade sectors strongly preferred
A demonstrated track record managing crisis communications and multi-market reputational issues
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; fluency in a regional language an advantage
Self-confident and decisive under pressure, with the credibility to influence senior stakeholders across markets

Why DP World

Be part of a business reshaping the future of global trade
Exposure to regional and global career opportunities
Diverse, collaborative culture across Asia Pacific
DP World is Certified™ by Great Place To Work®

Interested

Apply now to submit your Expression of Interest. Our Talent Acquisition team will review profiles and reach out when this opportunity is ready to progress.

Expression of Interest Corporate Affairs & Communications (APAC)