Head of Communications Full-time Job

Responsibilities

- As Head of Communications, drive market communications and PR strategy for TikTok in Türkiye, using METAP and Global Communications and business objectives to weave TikTok into the fabric of society and build trust.

- Develop and execute compelling communications campaigns and narratives to support TikTok's strategic objectives in the market, linked to clear goals and metrics, and engage various stakeholders.

- Build and maintain relationships with senior media organizations, editors, journalists and columnists, as well as key opinion leaders to serve our reputation management

- Lead the organization of key media and networking events in Türkiye, showcasing TikTok as a trusted, useful and reputable brand in the market

- Support, train and develop spokespeople in preparation for media interviews, presentations, and other speaking engagements

- Manage issues and crises, provide strategic counsel to cross functional stakeholders, and serve as core member of the leadership and crisis management team for Türkiye

- Develop strong working relationships with cross-functional partners across the company including operations, marketing, government relations, trust and safety to provide strategic guidance and local insights

- Work closely with PR and other agency partners to ensure meticulous execution of tasks

- As a key member of the broader regional communications team overseeing more than 70 markets, extend support and coverage to other markets as needed, particularly in crisis management scenarios.

Qualifications

- Extensive leadership experience in communications and PR.

- Experience working in cross-border, multi-cultural environments is preferred.

- Fluent in English and Turkish

- Strong written and oral communication skills and excellent interpersonal communication skills to successfully build relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally

- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Communications, Marketing, Journalism or related field

TikTok is the world's leading destination for short-form video. Our platform is built to help imaginations thrive. This is doubly true of the teams that make TikTok possible. Our employees lead with curiosity, and move at the speed of culture. Combined with our company's flat structure, you'll be given dynamic opportunities to make a real impact on a rapidly expanding company as you grow your career. We have offices across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, and the America and we're just getting started.