Sr. Communications Specialist

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is seeking a communications professional to develop, implement, and measure comprehensive communications plans.

You will craft engaging messages for internal and external audiences, align content with DFA branding, and serve as a knowledge resource for colleagues with less experience. You will lead multiple projects, collaborate across teams, and stay current with industry best practices to continuously improve communication strategies and tactics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, marketing, digital media, or related curriculum (or equivalent combination of experience and education)
• 5 to 8 years of communications or related experience
• Experience successfully managing multiple communications projects simultaneously
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and measure the effectiveness of communication strategies
• Coordinate and execute communication activities to targeted audience, including project management from initiation to closure
• Lead multiple communications projects concurrently; manage high visibility and complex projects
• Evaluate message content and audience; advise on brand and communication objectives
• Collaborate with clients on change management strategies and plans
• Develop and edit content with internal or external customers; work with corporate team to ensure delivery
• Develop communication templates and tools
• Collect data on performance of campaigns
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Collaborate on cross-divisional and cross-functional needs
• Research industry best practices and new technologies to improve strategies and tactics

Skills

AP style

Strong writing

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Brand adherence

Change management

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism/communications

Job description

Develop and implement comprehensive communications strategies and plans that support and promote the goals and objectives of the organization. Develop, edit, and deliver consistent messaging and engaging, informative, and effective communications to internal and/or external audiences through a variety of platforms, while ensuring adherence to DFA’s brand strategy and standards. Play a critical role in ensuring key content, projects, and initiatives are communicated to target audiences. Possess in-depth knowledge in communications and demonstrate high-level skills with extensive proficiency. Function as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and measure the effectiveness of communication strategies
• Coordinate and execute communication activities to targeted audience, including serving in a project management role, from initiation to closure, to ensure the successful and timely execution of deliverables
• Lead multiple communications projects concurrently; this includes high visibility and complex communication projects
• Evaluate message content and target audience. Provide recommendations and guidance on how best to deliver communications that ensure the integrity of the visual and verbal brand and communication objectives
• Collaborate with clients on change management strategies and plans
• Develop and edit communication content in partnership with the internal or external customer; work with the internal corporate communication team to ensure content is presented and delivered effectively
• Develop communication templates and tools
• Collect data on the performance of specific communications or campaigns
• Maintain and build relationships with stakeholders of all levels of the organization
• Collaborate with others on cross-divisional and cross-functional communications needs
• Conduct research and stay up to date with industry best practices, communication trends, and new technologies to continuously improve communication strategies and tactics; introduce and implement as approved
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Undergraduate degree in journalism, communications, marketing, digital media, or related curriculum (or equivalent combination of experience and education)
• 5 to 8 years of communications or related experience
• Experience successfully managing multiple communications projects simultaneously
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong proficiency in using communication tools and platforms
• Strong knowledge of variety of writing styles (such as Associated Press style)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively tailor messages for different audiences and channels
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Able to think strategically and creatively
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines
• Able to quickly adapt to changing circumstances
• Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to write and edit within an organizational brand
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

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