Corporate and Employee Communications Manager | 12 Month Parental Leave

JOB DESCRIPTION

What you'll do...

As the Corporate & Employee Communications Manager, you will report directly into the Communications Director for Australia & New Zealand and become key to enhancing the Ford brand in Australia. You will create and implement corporate and internal communications strategies to effectively engage stakeholders across multiple channels.

You'll be an effective communicator, leading employee communication initiatives and driving community engagement in alignment with Ford's values and strategic goals.

Main Responsibilities:

• The development, implementation and management of effective corporate and internal communications strategies, covering all stakeholders and channels (working with agency partners where appropriate).

• Plan and run employee communications initiatives, including internal events, bulk mails, weekly newsletters, and internal business updates.

• Develop and implement initiatives that promote sustainability, community engagement, and social impact, ensuring alignment with Ford's values and strategic goals.

• Identify potential issues and develop proactive strategies to mitigate these risks effectively.

• Partner with senior leadership on communication initiatives by collaborating and crafting briefing materials, speeches, and presentations.

• Serve as the main point of contact for media inquiries, facilitating timely and accurate responses, and coordinating press releases and media events.

• Conduct research and analysis of industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities to identify new communication opportunities and insights.

You'll have:

• 8+ years' relevant experience in internal and external communications, ideally within a global company.

• Strategic mindset with the capability and drive to manage the portfolio autonomously.

• Proven ability to cultivate strong relationships, engage in extensive consultation, and collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders.

• Established experience in developing and executing programs or campaigns

• Broad knowledge of and interest in the current affairs environment, Australian automotive industry and media environment.

• A keen eye for detail, curiosity and great writing skills.

• Ability to understand the motivations and needs of different target audiences, both internally and externally, to adapt/develop programs and resources that address those needs .

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

About us...

As the world changes, we will continue to adapt and lead change. That's why we're evolving to focus on services, experiences and software that will continue to power the freedom of movement for all Australians, for now, and for generations to come.

Having operated in Australia for almost 100 years, Ford Australia is a household name synonymous with iconic products. Today, our Product Development team plan, design, develop and test vehicles for global markets, including the award-winning Ranger and Everest. Our National Sales Company team provide marketing, sales and service expertise, supporting our national dealer network, with focus on providing amazing customer experiences.

Some of our many employee benefits are listed below;

• Flexible Work Arrangements

• Extra days leave

• Discounted Vehicle lease schemes

• Multiple Employee Resource Groups - Ford Pride, Women of Ford and Ford Empowering Diverse Abilities

• Opportunities for growth and personal development through external/internal training programs

• Paid parental leave.

• Paid volunteer Days.

Equal Opportunity

Ford Australia is committed to building an inclusive work environment and welcome applications from First Nations, LGBTQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and people across all life stages.

As part of our commitment to driving equity and inclusion for all, we are now recognised by WGEA as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and all effort will be made to ensure diverse interviewers.

Please contact Des at [email protected], if you require any support or adjustments to the recruitment process.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorised to work in Australia. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Applications will close on Sunday 13 October 2024

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