Job Description
As Internal Communications Manager your mission is to drive internal communications around global priorities, specific activities in Austria and in the US, and manager communications. In this diverse role, you will work with the leadership team of Distributed Power (DP) to develop and execute an internal communications plan for the business, as well as lead local PR and strategic sponsor activities in Austria.
Essential Responsibilities
Provide communications to management, employees and the local public to help achieve GE business objectives
Provide counsel, advice and services to help management communicate effectively to all employee audiences
Provide functional employee communication leadership to locations worldwide
Develop and manage executive communications plans for the senior leaders
Serve as a key contact for inquires made by the local news media on matters related to the Jenbach location
Prepare, integrate and implement communication plans for key internal business initiatives worldwide
Advise and counsel managers about effective employee communication
Maintain internal business wide information system - print, electronic and oral - to achieve employee understanding and support of business priorities
Prepare, edit, publish and distribute credible, relevant internal communications on a timely, cost effective basis
Establish realistic, challenging goals for the communication component
Measure, report on component’s plans, work and activities
Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor degree
Extensive experience in all facets of communications (writing, graphics, production, special events, video, etc.)
Fluent English and German
Ability to relate well to all levels of client
According to Austrian law job postings need to include the minimum salary for a position. For this position the minimum salary based on the collective agreement is EURO 3,053.78 gross monthly. Please note that this is the very minimum salary and will most likely be higher. The effective salary is based on the candidate’s Qualification and Experience and will be negotiated accordingly.
Desired Characteristics
Bachelor/Master degree in journalism or communications preferred
Professional personnel management ability
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.