Manager, Internal Communications

The Manager Internal Communications will work cross-functionally to establish and execute effective internal communication strategies to engage and inform AES US Utilities People so they have a strong understanding of organizational goals priorities and performance. This position will be responsible for creating and delivering compelling content that engages employees and plays a role in strengthening company culture.

The Manager of internal Communications will partner with key stakeholders to ensure all internal communication is clear consistent and aligned with organizational goals and values. This position reports to the AES Indiana Senior Director External Affairs and will collaborate closely with the AES Indiana President VP of HR and other senior leaders and executives across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the internal communications strategy for the organization including key messaging and themes communication channels and tactics.

• Develop and maintain a content calendar to ensure that internal communications are timely relevant and aligned with key company events/milestones and external communications as relevant.

• Create and deliver/manage internal communications content including but not limited to email updates newsletters intranet content and more that align to the overall internal communications strategy.

• Ensure consistent messaging tone and branding across all internal communication platforms.

• Find opportunities to promote employee engagement and help foster a positive company culture

Collaboration

• Collaborate with key stakeholders across the organization including senior executives to ensure that all internal communication is aligned with business objectives and supports the companys culture and values.

• Provide guidance and best practices on effective communication practices to ensure all internal communication is clear consistent and aligned with the companys goals and values.

• Support crisis communications by partnering closely with the PR team to ensure all employees are informed and up-to-date as needed.

• Manage the planning and execution of internal company meetings including coffee chats business reviews and more

Communications Tools

• Maintain the companys internal communication tools ensuring they are up-to-date user-friendly and aligned with the companys goals and values

• Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of internal communication efforts making adjustments as needed.

• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in internal communications

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in communications internal comms public relations or a related field.

• 5-7 years of experience in internal communications corporate communications or relevant experience.

• Experience in organizational change management communications preferred.

• Experience with internal communications platforms and measurement tools.

• Experience with content creation and delivery including email newsletters intranet content videos and presentations.

• Ability to work collaboratively with key stakeholders across the organization including senior leadership.

• Experience working closely with external communication teams.

• Knowledge of employee engagement best practices for internal communications.

• Excellent writing and editing skills.

• Strong attention to detail and project management skills