Program Manager V - Communication Expert

Ryzen Solutions; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive and collaborative culture

Job summary

Ryzen Solutions in Oakland, CA is seeking a seasoned communications professional to shape executive messaging for a leading utility. The role supports the EVP, offers hybrid onsite/remote work, and collaborates across Marketing & Communications.

Responsibilities include creating speeches, talking points, and presentations; translating tech and cyber priorities for diverse audiences; leading change communications during modernization; developing external thought leadership for platforms like

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years of executive, corporate, public affairs, journalism or related communications experience.
• Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling and presentation skills.
• Strong executive presence, interpersonal skills, discretion and judgment.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work under short deadlines; proficiency in PowerPoint.
• Prior work experience at client or in client's Industry Applicants must be able to work directly on W2

Responsibilities

• Advise the EVP on communications strategy, positioning, key messages, opportunities and risks.
• Create speeches, scripts, talking points, presentations, briefings and Q&A for major internal and external engagements.
• Translate technology, cybersecurity, corporate security, AI, data and operational priorities for varied audiences.
• Lead coworker and change communications for transformation, modernization, productivity and organizational initiatives.
• Develop external thought leadership, including LinkedIn content, with Marketing & Communications partners.
• Prepare the EVP for high-visibility moments through briefing, rehearsal, coaching and rapid-response support.

Skills

Executive communications experience

Writing & editing

Storytelling

Presentation skills

PowerPoint proficiency

Independent worker

Multitasking / prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Presentation tools

Job description

Location and Salary

Location: Oakland, CA Salary Range: $90 -95/Hr on W2

Introduction

Join a dynamic and forward-thinking team where you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering executive communications for a leading utility company. Located in the vibrant city of Oakland, CA, this position offers a unique opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, combining the best of onsite collaboration and remote work flexibility.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent work experience.
• At least 7 years of executive, corporate, public affairs, journalism or related communications experience, including support for senior executives in a complex organization.
• Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling and presentation skills, with demonstrated ability to simplify complex business or technical subjects.
• Strong executive presence, interpersonal skills, discretion and judgment.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work under short deadlines;proficiency in PowerPoint.
• Prior work experience at client or in client's Industry Applicants must be able to work directly on W2

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting a CIO, CTO, CISO, corporate security leader or other senior technology executive.
• Knowledge of enterprise technology, cybersecurity, digital transformation, AI, data or operational technology.
• Experience with executive coaching, thought leadership, social media and major change initiatives.
• Experience in regulated, infrastructure, energy, utility or technology environments;familiarity with responsible use of generative AI.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Advise the EVP on communications strategy, positioning, key messages, opportunities and risks.
• Create speeches, scripts, talking points, presentations, briefings and Q&A for major internal and external engagements.
• Translate technology, cybersecurity, corporate security, AI, data and operational priorities for varied audiences.
• Lead coworker and change communications for transformation, modernization, productivity and organizational initiatives.
• Develop external thought leadership, including LinkedIn content, with Marketing & Communications partners.
• Prepare the EVP for high-visibility moments through briefing, rehearsal, coaching and rapid-response support.

Company Benefits & Culture

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Inclusive and collaborative company culture that values diversity and innovation.