Role Summary

Reporting to the People Experience Director, the Senior Associate, Communications and Engagement is responsible for leading and executing day-to-day site communication activities and key elements related to defining paths for effective implementation of the site communications strategy.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage execution of key elements of site communication strategy

• Manage implementation of specific site communication projects and workstreams as part of long-term site communication strategy that keeps site personnel informed, motivated and engaged

• Monitor and analyze metrics to support identification of continuous improvement opportunities

Management of day-to-day Communications Activities:

• Develop content for regular and ad hoc site communications needs to a busy manufacturing site of over 1,500 colleagues and contractors including site homepage, virtual and in-person town halls, site newsletters, digital communication boards, signage, visuals/posters, internal social media, etc.

• Independently manage and execute site content calendar

• Support site leader in writing and editing weekly message (both written and video)

• Leverage graphic design knowledge to drive consistency in visual branding across site in line with Pfizer/PGS branding initiatives

• Develop highly visual communications for use in site branding, process or compliance signage, site posters, etc.

• Provide counsel, guidance and tools to senior leadership, managers and colleagues regarding best practices in communicating with employees to improve productivity and performance

• Work in conjunction with community manager and digital for timely information related to events and engagement activities

• Support crisis communication efforts as needed

Partner with and influence key stakeholders to support effective communication of key projects, issues or changes impacting site colleagues:

• Engage, advise, influence and support department staff on effective communication strategies related to site projects or site-specific communication needs, considering audience, messaging, impact, and channel considerations

• Represent Sanford as part of the PGS Communicators Network, and applicable limited duration teams, and identify opportunities to align site and network communication efforts

• Assist with execution of site events and celebrations

• Act as key communicator for site diversity, equity and inclusion events and activities

• Assist with site community giving activities in line with site strategy for community engagement

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or related discipline preferred

• Bachelor’s degree with three years of relevant business/agency communication experience; OR a Master’s degree with one year of relevant experience; OR an Associate's degree with six years of relevant experience; OR eight years of relevant experience with a high school diploma or equivalent

• Expertise in communication disciplines including internal communication and executive communication ideas and new approaches to solve communication challenges

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and assignments

• Strong ability to manage relationships

• Ability to counsel and influence different levels across the organization, from entry level to senior leaders

• Strong project management skills

• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, multicultural and diverse environment

• Model of Pfizer values

Other Job Details

• Last Date to Apply for Job: October 15, 2023

• Work Location Assignment: Must be able to work at Sanford, NC site 2-3 days per week, or as needed by the business.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.