ENGIE

Director, Communications

Ohio, United States

Full-time

About This Job

The Role:

This role will oversee and manage all communication strategies and initiatives within the organization. You will be pivotal in ensuring consistent and effective communication across internal and external channels, enhancing the organization's reputation, and fostering employee engagement.

Role Responsibilities:

Internal Communications:

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Oversee the creation and distribution of internal communications, ensuring alignment with company culture and values

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Ensure engagement globally across regions and functions for all levels of employees.

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Share information, celebrate success, accompany change, and federate people.

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Communicate employee engagement actions and progress across the organization: Informed employees are four times more likely to be engaged in the workplace.

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Facilitate collaboration, engagement, and alignment with organizational goals.

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Use various communication channels: Emails, newsletters, videos, company meetings, intranets, etc to disperse important information.

External Communications:

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Understanding of working in a matrixed organization and successfully collaborate with other businesses units internally to ensure compliance and consideration in the way we communicate both internally and externally to support our brand.

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Strong Vendor management experience with external partners as required.

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Ensuring a global perspective when managing communications in different markets

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Leading and managing strong partner, channel, and customer communications, including a crisis communications, product informs, etc.

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Use various communication channels: Social media, emails, videos.

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Support external employee brand presence

General Responsibilities:

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Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies that align with organizational goals.

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Lead and develop a cohesive communications team successfully in both a remote and in office environment, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure coordination throughout the organization.

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Collaborate with key stakeholders across various departments to ensure cohesive messaging.

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Monitor and analyze communication metrics to assess the effectiveness of communication strategies and make data-driven improvements.

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Create and manage budget and report on spending against budget and forecast.

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Conduct market research and competitor analysis: Inform communication strategies by understanding the market and competitors

Education and Experience:

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Bachelor’s Degree required in one of the following fields: Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, business or a related field.

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Master’s Degree preferred in one of the following fields: Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, business or a related field.

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7+ years of experience in marketing and/or communications, with a focus on both internal and external communications to align an organization and build a culture/ brand both internal and external.

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5+ years of experience in people leadership experience.

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May consider a combination of relevant experience with educational and other skills and abilities in lieu of educational requirements

Skills and Abilities:

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Proven track record of developing and executing successful communication strategies.

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Strong leadership and team management skills.

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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

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Proficiency in communication tools and platforms, including social media, content management systems, and analytics tools.

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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

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Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

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Highly effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills

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Proven leadership, collaboration and management skills

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Strategic thinking and problem solving

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Ability to analyze and synthesize

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Negotiation and persuasion skills

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Cross-disciplinary competencies

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Flexibility and adaptability

Other

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Passion to drive Engie Impact’s mission and values

Work Environment & Physical Abilities:

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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Work schedules are determined by business need and manager discretion; full time employment is considered 40 hours per week

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Health & Safety Working Requirements

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Adequate working surface (can fit two monitors, a keyboard, mouse, and docking station)

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Adjustable ergonomic chair

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Proper Lighting

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Heating, air conditioning and ventilation to create a comfortable environment

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Appropriate internet and bandwidth to conduct business

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Incumbent may be exposed to frequent noise caused by telephones, office machines, and nearby oral communications among fellow employees

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As a global organization, attending meetings and events during early mornings and evenings may be required

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Performing duties and attending events during the evening and on the weekend occurs occasionally and may be required

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Traveling off-site to a local event is required

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Business travel may be required 15-30% of the time

REQUIRED PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

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Extended Periods of Sitting : Ability to remain seated for long periods, with regular breaks as needed.

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Visual Acuity : Ability to view computer screens and read documents for extended periods.

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Frequent Use of Hands : Ability to use hands for typing, handling documents, and operating office equipment.

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Communication : Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, through various mediums including phone, email, and video conferencing.

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Mobility : Ability to move within an office environment to access files, office machinery, and attend meetings.

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Reaching and Handling : Ability to reach, handle, and manipulate objects and equipment within an office or remote workspace.

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Occasional Lifting : Ability to lift and move items, such as files or office supplies, typically up to 10 pounds.

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Flexibility : Ability to perform tasks that may require bending, twisting, or standing briefly to access materials or equipment.

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Accommodations : Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Benefits at ENGIE Impact:

The target pay range for this role is $128,000-$195,000.

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community. ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at ENGIE are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. ENGIE is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity, or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, civil union, or domestic partnership status, military service or veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (referred to as “protected characteristics”) as defined by applicable federal, state or local law in the locations where we operate.

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data. This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional ENGIE benefits include a 401k plan, paid time off and annual bonus. ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

Business Unit: GBU Energy Solutions

Division: SRM

Legal Entity: ENGIE INSIGHT SERVICES INC.

Professional Experience: Senior (experience >15 years)

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree