Description
Job ID: R3717102
Role Summary / Purpose
By becoming a member of GE Vernova’s Communications team, you will help build the story and engagement around a significant and public company transformation.
You will work closely with teams from across the world to demonstrate GE Vernova’s progress, performance, and path to growth in a dynamic environment.
The Africa Communications Specialist will be a key player in developing and executing external and internal communications and reputation management efforts for GE Vernova in an area of the region.
The successful candidate will support the leadership team on achieving business objectives and growth priorities; partner with the broader GE Vernova Communications teams on strategic initiatives; collaborate closely with various business units and functional teams; and manage a network of PR, event management, and creative agencies.
The role will report directly to the Middle East & Africa Communications Leader, who will lead the overall strategy for the region.
Essential Responsibilities
Design and deploy regional communications plans with strategies and tactics to support business objectives and growth priorities
Lead proactive media relations to position GE Vernova as an industry leader in the region, support growth priorities, strengthen reputation, and deepen brand awareness and recognition
Maintain regional risk heatmaps and develop crisis management plans consistent with GE Vernova guidelines
Design and ensure execution of internal communications plans that: provide timely information to employees to drive strong connectivity to business strategy; inform, align, and motivate employees to support company plans and priorities; drive employee engagement and productivity; encourage a culture of recognition, best practice sharing, inclusion, and diversity; promote our shared sense of purpose
Develop briefings to help business leaders effectively inform, engage, motivate, and influence key audiences at external events and internal engagements
Mine compelling stories and develop editorial and content calendars to: maintain effective share of voice in local/regional tier 1 media; tell our story creatively and impactfully on relevant GE Vernova regional/global social media channels; recognize achievements, share best practices, and keep employees informed and motivated on business priorities
Lead the design, creation, and/or critical review of various types of content: case studies, videos, podcasts, executive speeches, social media posts, brochures, infographics, etc.
Explore new channels, methods, and creative opportunities
Develop and implement regional advertising, brand management, and sponsorship strategies
Liaise with cross-functional teams across various business units on marcomms, digital marketing, and demand creation campaigns
Collaborate with the broader GE Vernova Communications team on the ideation and regional implementation of global external and internal campaigns and initiatives
Support all aspects of company-owned and sponsored events
Manage external agencies and consultants to define, track progress on, and achieve desired results
Develop plans in support of the transition of the business in reorganized countries to ensure business continuity, rebuild employee trust and commitment, and manage reputation
Measure and report on regional communications activities and performance and make recommendations to team based on findings.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college or equivalent knowledge or experience
Demonstrated experience in communications with specific experience in regional communications
Excellent verbal and written communications skills in English and French
Strong attention to detail and follow-through
Unyielding commitment to integrity and safety
Desired Characteristics:
Creative thinker, with proven ability to generate innovative ideas
Proven track record of engaging successfully with external stakeholders and internal leaders
Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze, and resolve challenges
Self-starter with ability to work independently, manage projects in a fast-paced, complex, uncertain environment, and to remain resilient under pressure
Team player with humble, positive, and flexible attitude
Project and agency management experience
Familiarity with working in matrixed organizations
Experience in documenting, measuring, and reporting on outcomes to demonstrate program impact
Experience in and understanding of the energy/power generation sector a bonus but not required
Experience working in Northwest Africa and/or Sub-Saharan Africa a bonus but not required
Fluent in Arabic.
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