Communications Manager

Vena Energy Services (Australia) Pty Ltd; Makati; On-site; PHP 2,000,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Vena Energy Services (Australia) Pty Ltd in the Philippines seeks a strategic communications leader to advance renewable energy market leadership. You will guide integrated PR campaigns, external relations, and internal messaging to align with company values and regulatory goals.

The role requires 10+ years in public relations, crisis management expertise, and strong English communication. You will oversee content, media relations, and employer branding while collaborating with global teams.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of work experience in public relations, either in-house or agency or media.
• Ability to craft and execute comprehensive communication strategies aligned with corporate goals.
• Proficiency in navigating high-pressure situations with diplomacy and clear messaging.
• Excellent English communication, written and spoken.
• Strong coordination and cooperation skills and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee strategic communications plans aligned with business milestones and regulatory goals.
• Advise partners on market-specific communications approaches to build Vena Energy's reputation.
• Lead global stakeholder partnerships and position the company as an industry innovator.
• Design and manage PR campaigns and events, including budget and vendor oversight.
• Lead content strategy for press materials and serve as spokesperson when needed.
• Foster internal communications and employer branding to engage and retain talent.
• Ensure brand governance and manage external agencies to deliver high-quality outputs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align communications with organizational goals.

Skills

Strategic communications

Crisis management

Media relations

Stakeholder management

English communication

Team collaboration

Spokesperson readiness

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary:

Responsible for strategic communications leadership in the Philippines, with a focus on advancing market leadership in renewable energy. Leads integrated PR campaigns, brand positioning, and external relations with media and stakeholders. Manages internal communications to align messaging with company values and foster collaboration. Proven expertise in crisis and issues management is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Communications and Market Leadership

Develop and oversee comprehensive Communications strategies aligned with business milestones and regulatory goals, directly supporting permit acquisition and project progress.

Advise business and function partners on market-specific communications approaches to build and sustain Vena Energy's reputation

Global Stakeholder Partnerships

Drive thought leadership by aligning messaging with global trends and positioning Vena Energy as an industry innovator and committed to sustainable development.

PR and Campaign Management

Design high-impact campaigns tailored to audience insights, ensuring alignment with project development goals.

Oversee execution of PR events, managing vendors, logistics, and budget to deliver seamless experiences.

Content and Media Relations

Lead content strategy for PR materials, ensuring consistent and compelling messaging across press releases, presentations, and digital platforms.

Support the spokesperson and act as spokesperson when necessary during critical moments, managing media inquiries and mitigating potential reputational risks.

Internal Communications and Employee Engagement

Foster a strong internal culture, engaging teams through effective messaging and collaborative initiatives such as annual Green Actions campaign.

Enhance employer branding, leveraging digital channels and corporate communications to attract and retain top talent.

Governance and Operational Excellence

Ensure adherence to brand guidelines and act as the gatekeeper for external information flow.

Manage external agencies to deliver high-quality outputs aligned with strategic priorities.

Leadership and Influence

Collaborate with cross-functional leaders and local/regional/global teams to align communications strategies with organizational goals.

Pre-requisites:

Over 10 years work experience in public relations, either in-house or in an agency, or media industry

Ability to craft and execute comprehensive communication strategies that align with corporate goals, drive brand positioning, and influence stakeholder perceptions on a global scale.

Proficiency in navigating high-pressure situations, handling complex media inquiries, and mitigating reputational risks with diplomacy and clear messaging.

Expertise in building and maintaining strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, including media, industry associations, regulators, and internal teams, to foster collaboration and advocacy.

Excellent communication skill in English, written and spoken

Good MS Office skills

Excellent coordination and cooperation skills

Great team worker

Are you ready to engineer a greener future?