Communication Planner
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Job Description
At IKEA we do things a little differently. We think differently act differently and work differently as well. We like to break things. Like rules. And then make things. Like musicplaying lamps. And beds disguised as sofas. Even plant balls that help us look after our planet. Its all part of our vision to create a better everyday life for the many. And its been keeping our coworkers going for almost 80 years. By 2030 we hope to help millions more look forward to going home. Maybe you can help us
About The Job
The Communication Planner leads the strategic communication planning for Inter IKEA Group (on behalf of the totality) ensuring a consistent IKEA Brand experience for all stakeholders through communication. This role ensures that Inter IKEA Group communication is coordinated consistent and amplifies the business and brand priorities aligned with the commercial communication agenda. The Communications planner leads the development of the common corporate communication plan for Inter IKEA Group.
The assignment includes:
- Leading and facilitating the development of the corporate communication plan based on the Communication direction and existing business strategies priorities and plans.
- Defining and setting relevant KPI/OKR connected to the communications direction and plan.
- Working in close cooperation with identified communication managers in Inter IKEA Group and stakeholders across the IKEA network.
- Contributing to key development initiatives and projects throughout.
- Contributing and working closely with the Marketing strategy and plan team to secure alignment with the Strategic Marketing and Communications delivery plan focusing on the growth plan.
About You
You possess stakeholder management skills to navigate complexities and bring together different perspectives. You are adept at distilling complex business topics into easytounderstand communication themes and have the ability to design facilitate and conclude workshops and brainstorms in constructive and effective ways. You are a strong leader able to inspire and motivate others and have excellent storytelling visualization and packaging skills to deliver content in a compelling way. You also have a unique ability to balance the big picture and attention to detail which allows you to quickly move between different perspectives as needed.
To be successful in this role the following knowledge skills and experiences would be beneficial:
- University degree in Media and Communication (or equivalent)
- Extensive experience in strategic communication planning in a complex global environment
- Extensive experience in project management
- Experience working with OKRs
- Good knowledge of the IKEA business direction and strategies
- Good knowledge of brand risk assessment
- Fluent in spoken and written English
- Passion for leading business and people with a desire to mentor and coach others
- Enjoys coordinating diverse teams and perspectives creating common ground and alignment
- Enjoys understanding and analysing stakeholder motivators then transforming that into communication priorities
- Believes that a strong tactical communication plan sets preconditions for the IKEA business and brand to grow
- Enjoys sharing knowledge with coworkers
- Enjoys working strategically above seeing tangible and quick results
- Has an interest in life at home and home furnishing
- Motivated to share and live the IKEA culture and values
Additional Information :
This is a temporary role for two years. The role is fulltime (40 hours per week) and can be based either in Malm Sweden or Delft Netherlands. This role sits in the Communications function and reports to Communication Manager Inter IKEA (with everyday leadership from the Communication Strategist).
Interested Send us your CV and motivation in English by 5th of February 2025.
At IKEA we are looking for people who believe everyone deserves a seat at the table.Youre welcome no matter where you come from what you believe and what you look like. We dont even care how you have furnished your home. Were interested in you simply because youre you.Even if your experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway.We believe that peoples different perspectives backgrounds and personalities make us better at understanding our customers dreams and needs. At IKEA wereall on the same project.
If you have a special need that requires accommodation in the recruitment process just let us know.
If you have any questions about the role please connect with Per Borgvall at and for questions about the recruitment process connect with Angelica Svensson at . Please note that we do not accept any applications through email.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
