Communications & Conservation Program Manager

Veolia•West Nyack, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Communications & Conservation Program Manager will develop, administer, and evaluate Veolia’s water conservation program, and all associated communications, strategic partnerships and outreach, across the New York Utility Division. S/he will educate customers and employees on Veolia programs and the benefits of conservation and natural resource management, while seeking to enhancing customer satisfaction and brand image. The Communications and Conservation Program Manager helps develop and implements strategic, comprehensive and professional communications and community programs that educate customers, community groups, employees and other key stakeholders about Veolia’s programs and the benefits of water conservation. Educate customers, employees and key stakeholders on the company’s programs and initiatives with emphasis on the environmental and financial benefits of water conservation. Drive customer and employee engagement in support of Veolia’s core purpose and local operational goals. Develop Customer First educational and promotional content for all of the company’s digital and traditional communications channels, including web, social, e-mail, bill inserts, etc. Serve as the company’s key conservation subject matter expert. Promote the company’s conservation programs through speaking engagements, customer communications and community. Raise brand perception and satisfaction levels with customers, regulators, NGOs, elected officials and other key stakeholders. Fulfill all requirements of the New York Public Service Commission-mandated conservation program and find opportunities to evolve the program. Develop and implement programs for targeted stakeholder groups, including schools, NGOs, trade groups and customer groups. Analyze customer research data and adjust plans and programs accordingly. Under the direction of Vice President, Communications, support Veolia’s outreach programs aimed at elevating customer satisfaction, employee engagement and stakeholder relations. Lend expertise in developing conservation programs to other Veolia divisions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Public Relations or equivalent is required.
Excellent written and verbal skills with the ability to construct educational content, call-to-action marketing and compelling stories.
Digital media experience, including photo and video skills.
Thorough knowledge of traditional and digital communications, strategy and tactics, with strong emphasis on visual, web and social content.
Strong relationship-building skills with customers, NGOs, regulators and other key stakeholders.
Self-starter with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Power Point, Teams and Excel.
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Efficiency in budget management.
Ability to work with and engage management and employees of all levels.

Nice To Haves

Minor/experience in Environmental Sciences a plus.
Graphic design skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop, administer, and evaluate Veolia’s water conservation program, and all associated communications, strategic partnerships and outreach, across the New York Utility Division.
Educate customers and employees on Veolia programs and the benefits of conservation and natural resource management.
Develop and implement strategic, comprehensive and professional communications and community programs.
Educate customers, employees and key stakeholders on the company’s programs and initiatives with emphasis on the environmental and financial benefits of water conservation.
Drive customer and employee engagement in support of Veolia’s core purpose and local operational goals.
Develop Customer First educational and promotional content for all of the company’s digital and traditional communications channels, including web, social, e-mail, bill inserts, etc.
Serve as the company’s key conservation subject matter expert.
Promote the company’s conservation programs through speaking engagements, customer communications and community.
Raise brand perception and satisfaction levels with customers, regulators, NGOs, elected officials and other key stakeholders.
Fulfill all requirements of the New York Public Service Commission-mandated conservation program and find opportunities to evolve the program.
Develop and implement programs for targeted stakeholder groups, including schools, NGOs, trade groups and customer groups.
Analyze customer research data and adjust plans and programs accordingly.
Support Veolia’s outreach programs aimed at elevating customer satisfaction, employee engagement and stakeholder relations.
Lend expertise in developing conservation programs to other Veolia divisions.