Director of Communications – Greater China The purpose of the Director of Communications – Greater China – APAC is to ensure effective communication across the Greater China Cluster by developing and implementing communications strategies targeted to employees, customers, industry, local authorities, media and the community. Reporting to the Vice President of Communications for the APAC region as part of the APAC Communications team. The scope of the position encompasses the management of internal and external communications, digital and social media and global sport partnerships in liaison with the APAC Comms Centres of Excellence. Key Accountabilities To develop and implement a cohesive and innovative cluster communications plan aligned with Greater China’s and APAC’s business goals and the DP World culture, and values. To raise staff engagement through internal communications channels by working on the development and optimisation of internal communication tools, including the intranet, email newsletters, and employee events. To develop media relationships with key media to enhance a strong brand awareness and reputation. To manage and leverage a variety of digital platforms and channels (eg. We Chat) to communicate the company’s activities and interests. To monitor issues, negative commentaries and comments across all media platforms and recommend strategies to manage them. To build capability for delivering bilingual content internally and externally (for intranet, website, We Chat, media releases etc)To provide strategic guidance and council to the Executive Vice President of Greater China and the Cluster Leadership team. To manage the global partnership events (DP World Tour, Mc Laren partnership etc) in close collaboration with the Greater China Commercial team. Qualifications, Experience and Skills The basic requirement is at least 12 years of experience in Communications management – ideally, in a B2 B and multi-national context. Essential professional capabilities are the proven ability to develop communications strategies and to plan and execute effective communications campaigns. It would be extremely useful to have specific skills in managing the digital media which are transforming the global media landscape. Commercial acumen and the ability to deliver against agreed objectives and deadlines within budgetary guidelines is necessary. The successful candidate will need an understanding of how large companies operate and the ability to act cross-functionally, with good stakeholder management skills and ideally some experience of rolling out change management/transformation communications programmes. Outstanding writing and editing skills with the ability to create clear, compelling content for diverse audiences. Strong inter-personal skills are needed, as the role requires the ability to create and sustain relationships across a diverse range of internal constituencies. Accomplished skills in communication and team working are necessary. As is a global outlook and sensitivity to cross-cultural differences, and a positive perspective on issues of sustainability, diversity and inclusiveness. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, who proactively identifies issues and opportunities with minimal supervision. Excellent multi-tasking skills, with the ability to perform duties outside of scope of work, when necessary. Someone who brings passion to the role in order build, create and make things better. Possessing strong influencing/motivating skills and the ability to drive delivery through others. Education to tertiary level is required. A high level of proficiency in both spoken and written English and Mandarin is essential. Knowledge of other languages is of benefit. Uncompromising standards of personal integrity and maturity of judgement must, of course, meet the requirements of all DP World personnel. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief. By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualification for this or other job vacancies. Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Marketing and Public Relations Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage #J-18808-Ljbffr