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Job type full-time
Full job description
At aes, we raise the quality of life around the world by changing the way energy worksEveryone makes an impact every day in our small, global teamsApply here to start an extraordinary career today.
Aes ’ people are working together to accelerate the future of energy Our team is mission-driven and motivated by improving lives, seeking to make a lasting impact wherever we operate Fast company named us as one of the “best places to work for innovators”, the only us-based energy company to be recognizedThis means innovation happens at every level, in every position, and in every country where we workThat’s what transformed us into the global leader in energy storage, new energy solutions and digital technologiesAs a member of the aes team, you will support the company’s vision and our journey towards a carbon-free future.
The content and communications manager will support strategic communications for aes’ renewable portfolio in the united states , position ing aes as a solution-focused market leader Reporting to the director of stakeholder relations and communications, this role will be a member of aes clean energy’s external affairs team , s upport ing external communications , media relations , and content creation in close coordination with aes global communications and in alignment with the global brand strategy.
Primary job responsibilities:
Support aes ’ overall external communications strategy and messaging to effectively position the company as a renewable energy leader with critical stakeholder audiences
Work with subject matter experts, and conduct independent research, to understand technical industry-related information and deliver compelling content that meets the needs of customers and key stakeholder audiences
Create a suite of collateral to showcase aes ’ distinctive capabilities in the industry and support strategy and development goals
Lead local media relations activities, in coordination with global communications, including cultivating relationships with local reporters at industry trades and other publications
Increase and improve press coverage in key markets; oversee all business unit and project-level media relations in coordination with stakeholder relations managers
Le verage digital tools to build the aes brand , clean energy narrative in the u.s, senior employee presence and position aes as a solution-focused innovator to our customers
P romote the expansion of renewable energy social media presence, in close coordination with global communications, to increase engagement with key customers and stakeholders
Increase recognition and public visibility of aes through industry events and sponsorships, speaking engagements, white papers, webinars, and other marketing execution levers
Create and a lign community and local communications with aes’ global brand narrative
Qualifications
5 + years of proven experience in corporate communications, media relations, marketing communications, journalism, public relations , or related field
Bachelor`s degree in communications, public relations, marketing, or relevant discipline; m aster’s in marketing or communications is preferred
Strong p reference for candidates with experience in the energy sector, specifically renewable energ y
Ability to c ultivate and maintain strong relationships across a matrixed, global organization
O utstanding written, verbal and presentation skills
B2b writing and content development experience in an agency or in-house setting
Proven team leader with a track record developing integrated, multi-channel communications strategies and plans that achieve organizational objectives
Experience managing the production of high-quality marketing collaterals and digital content
Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate, manage and ensure the success of programs
Strong interpersonal skills with the desire to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and to meet deadlines and complete time-sensitive duties
Knowledge of media management platforms, such a cision , as well as social platforms and digital analytics
Ability to travel as needed
Aes is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusionRespecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and workAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable lawE-verify notice: aes will provide the social security administration (ssa) and if necessary, the department of homeland security (dhs) with information from each new employee`s i-9 to confirm work authorization.
Safety comes first at aesTo protect the health and safety of our people, customers, communities and partners, and to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards, aes requires all newly-hired people or current aes people applying for u.s.-based role(s), to be fully vaccinated against covid-19 or be willing to be fully vaccinated against covid-19 by their date of hireExcept where prohibited by law or not specifically covered in a collective bargaining agreement, new hires and transfers will be required to provide proof of vaccination during onboarding and periodically thereafterThis policy will comply with all applicable laws and is based on guidance from the centers for disease control and prevention and local health authorities, as applicable.
