International Communications Manager

**Hybrid position – 2 days remote, 3 days onsite

**Willing to provide relocation assistance

This position will be responsible for developing and executing the DFS Internal Communications strategy globally, partnering with the executive leadership team to communicate the vision, mission, culture and strategy of Dover Fueling Solution (DFS). The role requires strategic thinking and will craft communication plans to position DFS as a leading technology company brand internally within our global workforce. The ideal candidate will be someone who has held a global communications role with experience managing change management communications initiatives and will enjoy working on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Ours is a dynamic, collaborative, and supportive environment that fosters growth and professional development with a team committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that values and respects all individuals. We believe our differences make us stronger and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive!

Essential Responsibilities:

• Craft and execute internal communications strategies that express the DFS vision, brand and position through executive communications and enterprise strategies.
• Develop relationships and in-depth understanding across DFS businesses and with key stakeholders to effectively create and execute key messaging aligned with organizational strategic objectives and operational performance.
• Design, develop and implement communication initiatives to build and position the DFS brand as a leading technology company.
• Develop and oversee well developed internal communication channels, talking points, scripts, presentations, Q&As, briefing documents and fact sheets that create awareness and establish our technology position.
• Develop a strategy and process for identifying and managing key speaking opportunities and award recognitions for executives.
• Enable and train company spokespeople to deliver consistent and compelling messages.
• Effectively engage with industry organizations and influencers to deliver on our strategies and evangelize our messaging linked to DFS business and the employee value proposition.
• Partner with HR Business Partners across the organization to implement the communication strategy, define communication channels, schedule communications updates, review/edit and approve communications to be posted on internal channels.
• Partner with business leaders and HR to own the HR intranet content, update and drive the social media in the context of employee engagement.
• Develop digital platforms for effective two-way communication with the global workforce.
• Facilitate and lead the employee engagement and pulse surveys periodically in partnership with the HR function.
• Lead the specific communication strategy for executing DFS Culture.
• Partner with Marketing and Creative Services, as well as other employee-facing organizations, to ensure proper alignment of communications strategies, execution and corporate branding.
• Build and execute communication strategies and engagement appropriate to the communication style, tone and preferences of the division’s executives.
• Leverage data-informed insights to build strategies.
• Partner across operating companies and corporate communication leaders to leverage best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in communications, public relations, or marketing, including oral, written, mass, and interpersonal communications.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a corporate communications role. The ideal candidate has the ability to create and communicate a vision for the future and translate it into clear strategies and specific priorities.
• Requires a strong track record in producing high-quality speeches and presentations for senior executives or government leaders. A portfolio of top-notch and varied material to demonstrate mastery of diverse stylistic speechwriting and other executive communications is required. Candidates will be required to present samples of their communications, plans and/or strategies.
• Proven success in a communications/public relations function with strong press relations and evidenced tangible results.
• This communications position operates at a corporate level in the industrial technology industry and therefore requires the requisite business skills needed to be credible with our executive team.
• In addition to functional expertise in corporate communications and impeccable writing skills, the incumbent must be strategic, business savvy and be able to see the world through the lens of multiple stakeholders. General awareness of business trends and media industry trends is also required. The desired candidate is the type of person who well versed in the issues that define the moment.
• The ability to work with a global cross functional team and willing to travel outside US as required.
• The ability to work independently, demonstrate innovation and speed.
• Experience with all social media networking sites.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in the latest web technologies and working knowledge of various operating systems.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and content management systems.

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