Lead – Corporate Communication

Job Description

Unique Job Role Lead - Corporate Communication

Business/Function/Site Airports

Department Airport- Corporate

Direct Reporting To (UJR)CAO

Job Purpose (1-2 line high level summary of why does the position exist and what value it adds to the organization)
Lead of corporate communication is responsible for the development and delivery of the overall Corporate Communications strategy to ensure alignment within the framework of the company's business strategy and oversee all directed corporate communications activities and media relations
Accountabilities and KPIs
No.Key AccountabilitiesKey Performance Indicators1.Advise and consult with internal and external stakeholders to determine communications requirements and provide subject matter expertise in support of developing communications plans and related activities. 2.Responsible for Building strategic, integrated communications programs related to company initiatives, corporate strategy and long-term vision that apply creative tactics across a variety of external and internal communication channels. 3.Demonstrate a solid understanding of social media trends and effective social engagement 4.Collaborate with internal departments - including Marketing/Commercial, Legal, Finance, Investor Relations, Government Affairs, People (human resources), Strategy, and IT - to ensure integrated storytelling to get the most from communications efforts. 5.Oversee issues management and crisis communications situations, including after-hours media relations and other duties as determined by the Head Corporate Communications. 6.Responsible for managing the activities of the press office and for the oversight of all press releases, supported by a small team. 7.Work with the Head to manage communications agency/business partner relationships. 8.Responsible for Selecting, managing and monitoring performance of PR (public relations) agencies across the network. Liaising with PR agencies, local marketing and management team on local strategy, PR opportunities and media-related activities. 9.Leading the team in developing and managing an integrated corporate communication plan and calendar of activity to build the company brand and strengthen the market position. 10Critical lead on New Business proposals delivering multi-channel pitches to grow existing client list.
Competencies
Competencies Proficiency Level (1-4)A. Adani Behavioural CompetenciesStrategic Orientation

1. Connect the dots, visualize the big picture, and recognize long term implications of todays actions while making decisions
2. Understand organization dynamics / industry trends / financial data and translates this knowledge to articulate business strategies
3. Integrate the interests of the environment, society and communities in ones actions, decisions and business strategies

Entrepreneurial Mind-Set

1. Take initiative to spot medium and short term business opportunities and capitalize on them by taking actions with speed and agility
2. Be comfortable in ambiguous situations, present oneself with conviction and poise, and recover from setbacks with increased energy

Stake Holder Partnering

1. Cultivate and leverage formal and informal networks and enduring relationships with stakeholders through respect, trust, and empathy
2. Build strong relationships with existing and potential customers, discover customer needs, take ownership for customer issues and strive to deliver superior customer experience by taking continuous feedback

Outcome Orientation

1. Execute tasks efficiently and safely through effective time management, planning, process efficiency and product/service quality
2. Analytically review risks / problems/ issues by assessing their potential impact and developing robust contingency plans
3. Act as a custodian of the organization by taking complete ownership of goals / desired outcomes

Transformation Mind-Set

1. Continuously update ones knowledge and skills in line with changing business dynamics and operating mechanisms, and apply the learning to perform in new or changing contexts
2. Challenge status quo, create a business case for change, align stakeholders and manage challenges of an uncertain environment

Innovation Focus

1. Leverage technology to win in the market
2. Build an agile organization (i.e. fluid structure, nimble processes) which responds rapidly to business challenges and market demands

Team Orientation

1. Inspire a common vision by fostering teamwork, participate actively in the accomplishment of team objectives, and lead from the front by walking the talk
2. Encourage differences in opinion and deal appropriately with conflict

Employee Development

1. Unlock and channel the potential of employees, provide timely feedback, address performance issues, and actively sponsor their development
2. Build a work environment where high performance and meritocracy are valued

B. Role-specific Competencies (4-8 most crucial)Entrepreneurial

• Customer Understanding

• Result / Outcome Orientation

Experience & Educational Requirements
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
(degree, training, or certification required)

• A Masters Degree in Mass Communication along with MBA (preferable)

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: (no. of years of technical, functional, and/or leadership experience or specific exposure required)Min 10 -15 years of relevant experience