Senior Specialist, People Development & Engagement Communications

Western Digital; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Penang is seeking an experienced professional to enhance employee engagement and oversee internal communications. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in employee engagement and training. Responsibilities include designing strategies for employee engagement and managing training and development programs in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in employee engagement and training.
• Proven experience in planning and hosting employee events.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement strategies to enhance employee engagement.
• Oversee internal communication efforts, ensuring effective messaging.
• Lead the annual Training Needs Analysis and training execution.
• Facilitate leadership development programs.

Skills

Excellent emcee (MC) skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to design employee engagement strategies

Proficiency in managing internal communication platforms

Strong stakeholder engagement skills

Excellent organizational and project management abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Communications, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Digital TV

Intranet

Survey tools

Job description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, WD_BLACK™, and SanDisk® Professional brands.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.

Employee Engagement

• Design and implement strategies to enhance employee engagement across the organization.
• Foster a culture of open communication by creating safe spaces for feedback and dialogue.
• Support managers in building a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Plan and deliver quarterly and annual employee activities, recognition programs, and engagement initiatives.
• Organize employee dialogue sessions to encourage transparency and collaboration.
• Champion Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives within the workplace.

Employee Communication

• Oversee internal communication efforts for the site, ensuring consistent and effective messaging.
• Manage content and scheduling for Digital TV broadcasts.
• Coordinate monthly and quarterly townhall meetings, including emceeing responsibilities.
• Administer employee surveys and feedback mechanisms.
• Collaborate with global teams to localize and publish internal communications.
• Maintain and update employee-related calendars, including shift schedules and fiscal timelines.

Training & Development

• Lead the annual Training Needs Analysis (TNA), including assessment, instructional design, and training plan execution.
• Manage training budgets and claims through HRDC, ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external providers (e.g., universities, consultants) to deliver effective learning solutions.
• Facilitate leadership development programs and upskilling initiatives.
• Monitor training effectiveness across feedback, learning, and application levels.
• Plan and conduct onboarding programs for new hires in professional and management roles.
• Ensure compliance through proper documentation and record management.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communications, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in employee engagement, internal communications, and training & development.
• Proven experience in planning and hosting employee events, including townhalls and large-scale engagement activities.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent emcee (MC) skills with confidence in public speaking, event hosting, and engaging diverse audiences.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft and deliver clear, compelling messages.
• Ability to design and implement employee engagement strategies and training programs aligned with organizational goals.
• Proficiency in managing internal communication platforms (e.g., Digital TV, newsletters, intranet) and survey tools.
• Familiarity with HRDC fund management and budget planning.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills with internal teams and external partners.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.

Additional Information

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [e-mail] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Western Digital Ethics Helpline or email [e-mail].