Arabic Editor

About the role

A leading organization in Qatar is looking for an experienced Arabic Editor to join its communications and content team. The role produces, reviews and edits high-quality Arabic content across multiple platforms, ensuring linguistic accuracy, editorial excellence and alignment with organizational objectives. It shapes Arabic-language communications, publications, reports, digital content and executive messaging.

Key responsibilities

• Edit, proofread and enhance Arabic content for clarity, accuracy, consistency and adherence to editorial standards.
• Review translations between Arabic and English for contextual and cultural accuracy.
• Develop and refine content for digital platforms, corporate publications, speeches, reports, newsletters and media materials.
• Ensure compliance with editorial guidelines, tone of voice and brand standards.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, communications teams and subject matter experts.
• Verify facts, terminology and references.
• Support content planning and publication schedules while managing several priorities.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Arabic Language, Journalism, Mass Communication, Media Studies, Translation, Linguistics or a related field.
• Minimum 5-8 years of professional experience in Arabic editing, journalism, publishing, media, communications or content development.
• Exceptional command of Modern Standard Arabic with strong writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Experience reviewing translated content between Arabic and English.
• Preferred: background in media, publishing, government or strategic communications; experience editing executive communications, reports and thought leadership content; familiarity with the GCC media landscape.

Required skills

• Strong understanding of editorial best practices and content quality standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital content management environments.
• Excellent organizational and stakeholder management skills.

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to high-impact, nationally significant initiatives.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.