Dynamic, integrated energy business
Diverse workforce across Australia
Newly created role to lead internal communications
Offices located in Melbourne CBD, with flex

As part of a growing team, a very exciting opportunity to lead a small team, responsible for developing and delivering the internal communications strategy through innovative and engaging channels.

The role reports to the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, a member of the Group Executive, and forms part of a growing and high performing team with a national remit across Australia. Driving positive employee engagement, the role has a focus on leadership communications and supporting the People and Culture team’s strategic goals and initiatives.

Further responsibilities include:

Strategic Leadership

Develop and implement a comprehensive internal communication strategy aligned with the strategic business objectives and values, with a particular focus on supporting the P&C team’s strategic initiatives.
Provide strategic counsel to senior management on internal communication best practices and emerging trends.
Identify opportunities for internal communications campaigns to support specific organisation goals and initiatives and lead the end-end campaign development and execution.
Oversee the management of internal communication channels, including intranet, email, events and other platforms.
Collaborate with fellow Corporate Affairs, Community and Sustainability team leaders to ensure alignment, maximise opportunities and coordinate issues management.

Content Creation and Management

Oversee the development of engaging and informative content for internal audiences.
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the internal communication channels, including content calendar and publishing schedules.

Employee Engagement & Change Management

Implement internal communications strategies to support employee engagement activities led by the P&C team.
Plan and executive internal communications campaigns that support key business initiatives and promote employee participation.
Lead internal communication strategy for organisational change initiatives
Collaborate with leaders and stakeholders to ensure clear and consistent message during times of change.

Internal Communications Business Partnering

Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organisation.
Provide advice and support to the business as required.
Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement communication plans that address their specific needs.

We’re looking for someone with:

A proven track record leading the internal communications function for a large, complex organisations within an issues rich environment.
Tertiary qualified with significant experience in a large, public facing corporate affairs team, leading internal communications.
Strong understanding of internal communication best practices and principles including storytelling, clear and concise writing, impactful presentations, and the use of visual elements.
Proven ability to manage internal communication channels and create high-quality, engaging content including leadership messages, company news, employee spotlights and business updates.
Demonstrated ability to analyse data and measure the effectiveness of internal communications and campaigns to optimise and improve effectiveness.
Proven ability to effectively lead and inspire a high performing team.

Please apply online, applications close Friday 7th February. For further information please contact Lucy Newcomb on 0432 682 645.

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