Job Description:Role: Vice President CommunicationsAs Vice President Communications, you will be a key leader in defining and executing our global communications strategy. This role is pivotal in shaping and maintaining the public image of our company, driving strategic narrative across all media platforms, and leading a dynamic communications team to achieve outcomes that align with our corporate objectives.Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Communications Leadership : Craft and execute a holistic communications strategy that promotes our core message and corporate identity globally. Ensure all communication strategies and programs are innovative and effectively convey our vision to diverse audiences.
Media and Public Relations : Develop proactive media relations strategies to enhance the company's profile across key markets. Manage press relationships, organize media briefings, and oversee the production of press kits. Lead on all public relations matters, including crisis management and public affairs, maintaining the company’s reputation.
Brand Management and Messaging Consistency : Oversee the company's brand strategy, ensuring consistency and coherence across all platforms and materials. Guide the messaging framework for all internal and external communications to support the company’s strategic priorities and brand positioning.
Crisis Communication: Lead the company’s crisis communication strategy, including rapid development and dissemination of responses during crises to manage and mitigate potential negative impacts on the company's reputation. Design and conduct crisis simulation exercises to prepare and train the communications team and other relevant staff. Develop and maintain a crisis communication plan that includes message development, stakeholder management, media handling, and post-crisis evaluation.
Content Development and Management : Supervise the development of high-quality content that engages audience segments and leads to measurable action. Decide on content distribution channels and tactics, including digital, print, and social media.
Team Leadership and Development : Manage a global communications team, fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation. Set clear team goals, delegate tasks, and set deadlines. Provide mentorship, ensure professional development, and provide feedback to team members.
Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with senior executives across various departments, such as Marketing, Human Resources, and Investor Relations, to integrate communications and ensure a unified corporate message.
Analytics and Impact Measurement : Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies using qualitative and quantitative research methods. Implement changes based on feedback and analytics to improve reach and impact.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
At least 10-15 years of progressive leadership experience in corporate communications or public relations, preferably in a global or technology-focused organization.
Demonstrated success in developing strategic communication plans and campaigns that deliver measurable results.
Extensive experience managing a diverse team and working with senior executives and stakeholders.
Strong crisis management skills and experience managing media relations.
Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with an aptitude for crafting engaging and clear narratives.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment and to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
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