Communications Coordinator

Linde•Tonawanda, NY

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Communications Coordinator will plan and implement internal communications to increase the effectiveness of business and people processes. This role will support local site community and public relations initiatives, including implementation and communication. A key responsibility will be to develop and implement a sitewide communications plan with the objective of building understanding and educating employees on topics of business interest. This process includes assessing existing communications methods and developing improvement plans and strategies. The role also supports the development and creation of internal communication programs and materials, streamlining and simplifying communications content to ensure information is concise and easy to understand for employees and stakeholders. Collaboration with leadership, HR, and site teams is essential for providing ongoing support to the business on people-related processes. Additionally, the Communications Coordinator will provide communications and event planning support to employee-led resource groups and support content management for the intranet and digital signage. The role requires learning and abiding by the Linde Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct, demonstrating honesty, integrity, and professionalism in all communications, actions, and decisions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or related field
One (1) to three (3) years of relevant experience
Proactive self-starter with the ability to work independently and as a part of a team
Strong ability to set priorities, solve problems, and be resourceful under pressure
Strong interpersonal and communication skills that enable effective collaboration with diverse internal and external teams to gather information and align messaging
Proven command of editorial and grammatical writing skills and techniques, and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
Keen attention to detail; critical-thinking skills; flexibility; strong organizational skills enabling effective oversight of multiple initiatives; and a desire to learn and grow
Strong aptitude in organizing and presenting complex information in a manner that is appropriate for and useful to the target audience
Proficiency in developing messages and other written communications for multiple stakeholders
Effective project management, planning, and problem-solving skills
Awareness of visual communication principles to ensure content is clear, engaging, and easy for employees to understand
An employee-experience mindset that considers how communications influence engagement, inclusion, and overall site culture
Proficient using MS Office, SharePoint, Canva
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn, adopt, and utilize new technologies and tools

Responsibilities

Plan and implement internal communications to increase effectiveness of business and people processes
Support local site community and public relations initiatives, including implementation and communication
Develop and implement a sitewide communications plan, with the objective of building understanding and educating employees on topics of business interest
Assess existing communications methods and develop improvement plans and strategies
Support development and creation of internal communication programs and materials
Streamline and simplify communications content to ensure information is concise and easy to understand for employees and stakeholders
Collaborate with leadership, HR and site teams to provide ongoing support to the business on people related processes
Provide communications and event planning support to employee-led resource groups
Support content management for intranet and digital signage
Learn and abide by the Linde Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct
Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and professionalism in all communications, actions and decisions