Head of Strategic CommunicationsJob category Permanent EmployeeGroup Public EngagementLocation GenevaApply Now Head of Strategic Communications, Public Engagement The World Economic Forum, committed to improving the state of the world, is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. Why we are recruiting You will be joining a leading international communications team to convey the Forum’s mission and messages as the international organization for public-private cooperation for global impact. The Forum engages the global community in its work. The communications team’s role is to ensure awareness of the Forum’s mission by enhancing its brand and engagement with the global public. Reporting lines and interactions Adrian Monck, Head of Public Engagement Breakdown of main responsibilities
Responsible for strategic communications of the World Economic Forum, overseeing and leading on public communications strategies
Design and develop comprehensive, sustained and measurable communications strategies aimed at the public, partners and constituents as well as internal colleagues who work across owned and earned media
Serve as a primary contact internally and develop proactive storylines and messages, as well as identify spokespeople relating to the work of the Forum, optimizing its impact on public debate
Work closely with colleagues from Public Engagement, Marketing and other relevant teams to build meaningful narratives around the Forum’s work
Deliver compelling, consistent and timely messages across media audiences, developing awareness (media mentions, op-eds, influencer campaigns) year-on-year
Execute on reactive media opportunities, anticipate and react ethically, effectively and responsibly to reputational challenges
Act as spokesperson during crisis situations
Provide high-level counsel to senior leadership
Empower and mentor team members
The successful candidate will be assessed on
Development and execution of communication strategies
Media impact of Forum knowledge products and Forum events
Crisis management
Ability to demonstrate leadership as well as mentorship
Preferred requirements and experience
Minimum 15 years’ experience in communications in media or related industry/sector
Hold a bachelor and/or master’s degree in journalism, business or international relations
Have deep knowledge of the global media landscape, including specific knowledge of the European section of this
Enjoy strong relationships and engagement with global media
Exhibit strong management and leadership skills with the ability to energize high-performing global teams
Demonstrate outstanding interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
Show outstanding verbal and written English language skills; other languages a plus
Have a demonstrated ability to develop and manage strong working relationships with senior leadership
Show familiarity with all major social media platforms
Have experience and understanding of audience measurement tools and analytics
Exhibit the ability to manage confidential information with discretion and integrity
Why work at the Forum We believe that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and co-operation, shaping mindsets and agendas and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change.BackShareApply Now
