To plan, direct and develop effective communications strategies for major corporate plans and programs.
Job Summary:
The Global Public Affairs Manager develops and implements the global public affairs strategy on behalf of the corporation through bold and creative advocacy and engagement.
The successful candidate will lead a team responsible for advancing and executing a corporate-wide public affairs strategy to elevate our global policy objectives among targeted audiences, enhance and defend our company’s reputation, and strengthen visibility and management of issues that cross borders. The team utilizes global research and data intelligence to shape public affairs advocacy, messaging, strategies and tactics. Content is created to be shared in both earned and owned communications channels, including https://www.fedex.com/en-us/about/policy.html, social and traditional media.
The role requires a constant collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Work closely with and support the FedEx Government and Regulatory Affairs organization. The role also requires close collaboration with all FedEx Operating Companies and regions, Legal, the Global Communications teams and other internal teams
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in journalism or communications or related field. Five (5) years directly related experience in developing internal and/or external communications. Experience in analysis, creative concepts, measurement tasks, development tasks, writing, editing, directing, producing and scheduling. Strong basic management, human relations and communications skills. More advanced degrees may offset experience requirements. A related Master’s Degree equals two years experience.
Skills/Experience/Abilities Considered a Plus:
· Commitment to continuous improvement while managing priorities in the short and long term
· Experience collaborating with various functions across legal, communications and marketing, and FedEx Operating Companies
· Understanding of the regional public policy and media landscape
· Proven ability to work with media and opinion leaders
· Ability to communicate complex business ideas, strategies and results succinctly and persuasively
· Proven experience effectively advising with top-level executives and outside thought leaders
· Demonstrated ability to study complex data and broad business strategy and convert into practical, creative and effective communications strategies and plans
· Ability to deliver a consistent FedEx message on policy issues regardless of spokesperson or time zone
· Proven experience in leading groups, outside of your own team, to collectively plan and effectively execute a program or project
· Proven ability to produce high quality work, especially in communication materials (emails, presentations, guides, etc.)
· Strong problem solving, organization, communication and time management skills
· Extremely well read and conversant on current topics and trends pertaining to regulatory and public affairs
· Superior communication skills, both written and verbal
Domicile/Relocation:
This position can be domiciled anywhere in the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business need.
Application Instructions/Deadline:
Upload current copy of Resume (Microsoft Word or PDF format only) and answer job screening questionnaire by close of business (5:00pm CST) on the date below. If the date below is blank, there is no specified closing date for this requisition.
07-13-2022
Additional Information
Colorado Residents Only – Compensation: Monthly Salary $6551.76 - $9874.75
The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range or starting rate of candidates hired in Colorado. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, your work location, how many years of experience you have, and comparison to other employees already in this role. This information is provided to applicants in accordance to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Employee Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid Life and AD&D insurance; tuition reimbursement; paid sick leave; paid parental leave, paid vacation, and additional paid time off; geographic pay ranges; 401K with Company match and incentive bonus potential; sales incentive compensation for selling roles.