Internal Communications Specialist

Job Title: Internal Communications Specialist

Location: Newark NJ

Duration: 9 months Contract

Rate: $70.87 Hourly

Major Job Responsibilities:

Work with Internal Communications team to amplify global internal communications efforts across an array of channels with an effective cadence that inspires internal enthusiasm and employee engagement and pride.

Help manage internal communications editorial calendar for internal stories and news research and write stories and align with external communications efforts when necessary

Support clients internal communications channel strategy as well as daytoday implementation including digital signage newsletter and intranet communications

Provide ongoing content management (posting updating quality assurance and brand compliance) and work in a variety of communications platforms: emails audio video intranet digital signage etc.

Develop a wide range of creative internal communication deliverables including newsletter articles emails editorial content presentations Q&A to engage and inform employees through a mix of channels

Conceptualize and research creative internal communication strategies and campaigns and keep apprised of internal communications best practices

Develop and maintain relationships with key internal stakeholders including those within GCA and across the business to ensure every internal communications opportunity is maximized and successes are amplified

Use metrics data and related insights to help drive internal programs and activities and gain insight on how our clients internal communication channels are working and where improvements are needed for a more seamless user experience.

Key Skills and Abilities:

Written communicationexceptional writing skills strong lineediting copyediting and proofreading skills varies writing style to meet needs presents data effectively.

Oral communicationspeaks clearly and persuasively; possesses ability to engage others; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; actively participates in meetings

Technical skillsstrong Word Excel and PowerPoint ability as well as experience with intranet platforms (such as Simpplr and SharePoint) and digital sign management systems. Ability to use visual concepts graphic design or HTML a plus.

Analytics ability to use channel metrics to influence communications strategies and advise crossfunctional stakeholders effectively

Digital fluency foundational understanding of behaviors in the digital space and digital platforms. Keeps abreast of new digital and social trends tools and platforms.

Proven ability to use multiple communications channels and technologies to create impactful communications that are aligned with strategy and ensure we are reaching employees when and where they are available

Capacity to work across teams at the highest levels of the organization enjoys working with people and understands discretion and diplomacy

Ability to plan and coordinate internal campaigns and events should have superior organizational and project management skills and attention to detail

Ability to think innovatively and creatively and change course if necessary to achieve desired results

Passion for storytelling and the companys commitment to urban revitalization and its disruptive technologydriven culture

Excellent organization and problemsolving skills; flexible processoriented and able to manage constant flow of information from multiple sources

Positive and cando attitude and willingness to work hard and roll up sleeves to get work done

Knowledge and Skills/Education and Experience:

College degree in social sciences or humanities

At least 46 years of work experience in a communications capacity

Experience working in a multicultural crossfunctional environment that appreciates different perspectives and collaboration

Adept at using and experimenting with communication technologies and has experience maximizing digital content in various forms across the companys channels.

Requirements:

RATES Manager wants candidate local to Newark (so must be onsite twice per week. May increase to more than 2 days come April 2025):