Position : Internal Communications Manager

　　Location : Kansas City, Kansas

　　Requisition ID: : 24513

　　In concert with the Human Resources team, lead and develop internal communications strategies for employees. This includes planning and executing internal communications (newsletters, publications, web content, etc.). Manage a team of communications professionals who are responsible for developing and delivering human resources-related messaging to internal and/or external audiences through a variety of platforms. In partnership with the communications director, this position manages and develops content strategies for internal communication channels to effectively share information to DFA’s diverse audiences

　　Job Duties and Responsibilities:

　　Provides leadership to communications professionals able to perform independently or under minimum supervision

　　Develop, manage and deploy communication plans with a change management mindset in alignment with the level of impact

　　Manage employee communications’ reporting cadence and coaches direct reports on how to share data insights , implement, and measure the effectiveness of communication strategies

　　Work with the human resources department to develop an overarching employee communication strategy

　　Work with copywriting, design and project management communication teams to create targeted, employee-specific communications and maintain and update DFA’s intranet

　　Ensure organizational initiatives and projects are successfully communicated to employees and stakeholders

　　Manage ideas and content for stories for DFA’s employee newsletter, intranet and other communication pieces as needed

　　Collaborate with others on cross-divisional and cross-functional communications needs

　　Maintain and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization

　　Work with other leaders on the communication team to help drive overall brand messaging for the Cooperative

　　Perform management duties such as work delegation and review, performance management and development, technical direction and guidance, and mentoring and training. Hold direct reports accountable for results; work with them to cultivate their capabilities and utilize their strengths

　　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.

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　Education and Experience

　　Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, or closely-related discipline or equivalent combination of experience and education required

　　2-5 years of experience managing people

　　5-10 years’ experience in communications

　　Certification and/or License – none

　　Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

　　Knowledge of AP style

　　Able to write and edit within an organizational brand

　　Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, for a diverse range of internal and/or external audiences

　　Able to think strategically and creatively

　　Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail

　　Able to work independently and as part of a team

　　Able to adapt and manage to change effectively (i.e., be flexible)

　　Able to prioritize and meet deadlines

　　Able to problem solve

　　Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Suite

　　An Equal Opportunity Employer