Internal Communication Specialist

Job Title: Internal Communications Specialist

Location: Sparks, NV 89437

Duration: 3 Months with potential for extension

Position Type: Hourly contract Position (W2 only)

Note:

• ASSIGNMENT LENGTH: 3 months, with the possibility for extension based on individual performance and business need
• SCHEDULE/ REMOTE FLEXIBILITY: Onsite
• WORK HOURS: 9-5 with flexibility to be available outside business hours for events, etc.
• HOURS PER WEEK: 40 hours
• EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: Bachelor's degree with 2-3 years experience in a related role
• TEAM SIZE: 3
• PURPOSE/ MISSION OF TEAM: any new projects coming up? Why would someone want to join your team? Upward mobility? Support execution of internal communications strategy to inform, influence and engage employees through transparent and meaningful messages that drive understanding of company goals and culture initiatives.

MANAGER INTAKE NOTES:

• Writes in a newsroom style
• Time Management is a MUST
• This role requires a lengthy review process that MUST be followed.
• The ideal candidate will be passionate about communications and want to grow in this field.
• The person will primarily be writing content but will also assist with formatting and sending out content when needed.

BASIC FUNCTION:

• Responsible for creating and implementing employee communication content that creates excitement, drives engagement, aligns teams / individuals, and helps shape culture.

INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS –

• Responsible for end-to-end creation and deployment of internal communications supporting client business and culture initiatives.
• Serves as point person for all business-related communication requests ensuring SLA process is followed. Manage content calendar, determine appropriate platform to utilize, and timing.
• Responsible for ongoing collaboration with creative and IT teams to ensure PowerHub remains up to date with current and relevant content. Routinely review and recommend improvements to the site.
• Assists in the coordination, content planning and execution of live meetings and events, such as the All Hands Meeting.
• Develops messaging and communications to support PENA business and culture initiatives.
• Provides support for external communications and events. Helps amplify internally to employees.
• Analyzes effectiveness of marketing programs by monitoring key analytics, reporting to the team and offering recommendations for improvements.
• Builds cross-functional relationships with brand and marketing peers to evaluate existing strategy and identify ways to enhance to proactively drive corporate messages.

OTHER –

• Responsible for the management of information security as part of the normal management of the business. Must cooperate with the company ISM professionals in implementing the information security policies within the company, and ensures that information is handled in compliance with the Global ISM related regulations.
• Collects, analyzes, reports and presents data as information.
• Prepares reports, charts, graphs, and other statistical information.
• Interprets and complies with company policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Initiates, recommends, and provides solutions through designated communication channels.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, PR, Business, or a related field and two (2) years of related experience in a Marketing or Communications-related function; or five (5) years of related experience in a Marketing or Communications-related function; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience in internal communications in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated skill in building rapport and partnership at all levels of the organization while driving toward consensus.
• Demonstrated experience in developing Communications Strategies and Programs.
• Demonstrated experience writing and editing corporate communications.
• Demonstrated experience as a creative problem solver and strong cross-functional partner.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and PowerPoint as appropriate to the position and assignment.