Sr. Communications Specialist

Dairy Farmers of America • Kansas City, KS

1d

About The Position

Develops and implements comprehensive communications strategies and plans that support and promote the organization’s goals and objectives. Creates, edits, and delivers consistent, engaging, informative, and effective communications to internal and/or external audiences through a variety of platforms while adhering to DFA’s brand strategy and standards. Ensures key content, projects, and initiatives are communicated to target audiences. The role requires in-depth communications knowledge and extensive proficiency, and serves as a resource for less-experienced colleagues. The listed duties describe the general nature and level of the work and are not exhaustive; other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in journalism, communications, marketing, digital media, or a related curriculum, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Five to eight years of communications or related experience.
• Experience successfully managing multiple communications projects simultaneously.
• Certification and/or license may be required during employment.
• Strong proficiency in communication tools and platforms.
• Strong knowledge of a variety of writing styles, such as Associated Press style.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and channels.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to think strategically and creatively.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects, and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to write and edit within an organizational brand.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and measure the effectiveness of communication strategies.
• Coordinate and execute communications for targeted audiences, including project management from initiation through closure to ensure timely delivery of deliverables.
• Lead multiple communications projects concurrently, including high-visibility and complex projects.
• Evaluate message content and target audiences, and recommend how best to deliver communications while maintaining brand integrity and meeting communication objectives.
• Collaborate with clients on change-management strategies and plans.
• Develop and edit communications content with internal or external customers, working with the internal corporate communications team to ensure effective presentation and delivery.
• Develop communications templates and tools.
• Collect data on the performance of communications and campaigns.
• Maintain and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Collaborate on cross-divisional and cross-functional communications needs.
• Research and stay up to date on industry best practices, communications trends, and new technologies to improve communications strategies and tactics; introduce and implement these as approved.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior