External Communications Specialist

IBM · AU Sydney

Company

IBM

Location

AU Sydney

Type

Full Time

Job Description

Introduction
At IBM work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems? If so lets talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities
Introduction :
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race colour religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
We have a rare opportunity for a rising media relations pro with a great news nose and strong media contacts. You love turning complex ideas into inspiring stories – stories that often shape conversations about technology in Australia. While you know how to get things done on your own you also love working in a team bouncing around ideas and then bringing them to life. You bring integrity curiosity and passion to your work and love it when no two days are the same.

Role & Responsibilities

As the IBM Media Relations Specialist you will be an important member of the Marketing & Communications team which is responsible for protecting and enhancing IBM’s brand in Australia.

You will play a key role in moving IBM’s business forward by inspiring key audiences.
These audiences include private and public sectors business partners influencers alumni and citizens. In your role you will design narratives and strategies with support from your team. You will have get to flex your creativity as you showcase IBM’s leadership across technologies including AI Cloud and Quantum and the way technology is shaping industry sectors policy and the national agenda as well as “Good Tech” and Corporate Social Responsibility.

In return you will get….. A great team flexible work opportunities to travel and a chance to work with people and countries all around the world.

Other Responsibilities will include;

  • Develop and strengthen relationships with key journalists across tech trades and tier one outlets.
  • Create and maintain a pipeline of inspiring story ideas; translating technical and business innovations into clear compelling narratives.
  • Prepare and media train spokespeople.
  • Establish deep understanding of IBM’s priorities and offerings market trends the ecosystem competitive landscape and IBM’s points of differentiation and competitive advantage.

What skills will I need?

  • Curious thinker with a growth mindset
  • Leadership attributes
  • Creative and compelling storyteller.
  • Strong research writing and editing skills and the ability to translate core ideas into relevant and digestible content.
  • Ability to apply IBM’s strategy values and brand to shape perception and build external advocacy.
  • Adept at collaborating and working well with others across the organisation.
  • Able to build cross-disciplinary networks of subject matter experts to contribute detailed content and expertise as needed for effective communications.
  • Track record of successfully delivering quality content ethically professionally and on time in the face of demanding deadlines.
  • Knowledgeable about broader communications trends and how different mediums are evolving.


Required Technical and Professional Expertise

  • 5+ years of proven experience developing and delivering media relations programs in a corporate government or agency setting.
  • Superb writing style including the ability to turn complex technical announcements into stories that highlight the critical role technology plays in all our lives.
  • English fluency
  • Significant experience building and advancing media strategies to support organisational business objectives.
  • A key understanding of the technology media landscape.


Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

  • 5+ years of proven experience developing and delivering media relations programs in a corporate or agency setting.
  • Experience driving media engagement via social media platforms a plus.
  • Experience working in a complex multinational organisation with numerous internal stakeholders

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04/17/2024

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