Job Description

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. With over 250,000 diverse, talented and dedicated employees across 100 locations in 30 countries, our vision is to be the most technologically advanced and trusted manufacturing solutions provider. We combine an unmatched breadth and depth of end-market experience, technical and design capabilities, manufacturing know-how, supply chain insights and global product management expertise to enable success for the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading brands. We are driven by a common purpose to make a positive impact for each other, our communities, and the environment.

JOB SUMMARY

The Communications Manager is responsible for planning and executing communications programs in support of Jabil\xe2\x80\x99s employee and business needs. This position manages and supports all communications activities associated with internal and external communications for Asia (Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, India, China, Taiwan and Japan).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partnering with corporate, regional and local Human Resources and Operations to increase collaboration and information sharing related to communications, events and programs

• Staying current on communications tools and channels relevant to target audiences, researching and evaluating opportunities for Jabil to leverage for increased effectiveness

• Writing, editing and overseeing the production of communications collateral and materials

• Supporting the development and implementation of external and internal communications campaigns

• Working closely with the Director, Asia Communications and Enterprise Communications Team to ensure consistent messaging across regions, the continued effectiveness of current programs and leveraging global communications tools and strategies

• Developing appropriate metrics, targets and regular reporting procedures to measure effectiveness of internal and external communications efforts.

• Identifying and, when necessary, liaising with relevant external stakeholders.

• Supporting and coordinating other communications efforts and projects when requested.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work independently, setting and working towards aggressive but achievable and measurable goals that directly support internal and external customers and Jabil\xe2\x80\x99s Mission, Vision, Strategies & Initiatives.

• Preferably proficient in English and Mandarin as the role will need to liaise with Mandarin speaking stakeholders.

• Proactively seek professional engagement with colleagues to share resources, increase collaboration, and leverage communications tools and platforms.

• Demonstrate an understanding of communications related issues, their potential impact on Jabil and/or its customers, and Jabil\xe2\x80\x99s position on those issues.

• Partner with Jabil sites within Asia to execute new and sustain existing internal and external initiatives and campaigns and developing and delivering manager\xe2\x80\x99s communications training.

• Ability to manage external agencies, ensuring quality product is achieved, deadlines met, and strategies current and on target.

• Manage compliance to brand identity guidelines for all promotional materials, online & offline

• Advanced writing skills, including the ability to research and write thought leadership pieces for both internal and external audiences.

• Experience working with senior leaders, producing work and reports and providing counsel.

• Desire to find creative solutions to challenges, applying smart, thoughtful strategies that will support specific goals and objectives.

• Able to work well with a variety of people of varying backgrounds and cultures.

• Advanced computer skills, ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

• Write, design and edit content for marketing materials, web pages, presentations and other external and internal communications materials

• Manage translations of communication materials as needed

• Strong problem solving, negotiation, and people skills are a must.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXAMPLE BEHAVIOR(S)

• FOLLOW-UP: Able to monitor and evaluate progress of assignments / projects

• PLAN: Able to develop short- and long-term operational and / or financial plans that are appropriately comprehensive, realistic, and effective in achieving goals; able to anticipate obstacles and define alternate strategies; Able to integrate planning efforts across work units

• PRESENT SKILLFULLY: Able to prepare and deliver clear, effective, and professional presentations

• WRITE PROFICIENTLY: Able to convey information clearly and effectively through both formal and informal documents; Able to write in a well-organized and concise, yet complete, format; Able to use vocabulary appropriate for the audience; Able to constructively review and edit the written work of others

• QUESTION: Able to use effective fact-finding techniques to discover all relevant information; Able to ask questions that are not leading or biased; Able to challenge assumptions. Desire to pick up the phone and talk with people, and not be reliant on email.

• RESOLVE CONFLICTS: Able to bring conflict into the open and use it productively to enhance the quality of decisions; Able to arrive at constructive solutions while maintaining positive working relationships with those who disagree; Able to help others resolve disputes and reach agreement

• COLLABORATE: Able to act as part of a larger team outside of the immediate department or group; Able to understand the importance of working with peers in other areas or management to reach "best practice" solutions for the organization; Able to inform and seek information to anticipate and consider the impact of decisions or actions on the overall organization

• MAINTAIN COMPOSURE: Able to stay calm and even-tempered when handling a crisis or stressful situations; able to recognize and respond effectively to unexpected situations or adverse conditions

• MANAGE CHANGE: Able to make a point to understand the change; Able to promote the benefits of change and develop systems and procedures to effectively implement change; Able to consider the business and human impact of change

• PROVIDE DIRECTION: Able to establish and communicate a common vision; Able to translate company strategy into team goals and objectives; Able to set clear priorities; Able to clarify roles and responsibilities through individual performance plans; Able to make self available for questions

• TAKE A STAND: Able to step forward and address difficult issues; moral compass to do what is right and in the overall best interest of the work group and the company; able to stand firm when necessary, even in the face of widespread opposition

• BE FAIR: Able to demonstrate consistency, impartiality and even-handedness in making decisions and maintaining relationships with others; Able to treat others as individuals and listen to complaints, suggestions, concerns, or requests; Able to articulate reasons behind decisions; Able to rectify unfair situations

• ACT WITH INTEGRITY: Able to demonstrate uncompromising adherence to ethical principles; Able to demonstrate honesty in all actions; Able to admit and correct mistakes promptly; Able to assume full responsibility and accountability for own actions

• TAKE INITIATIVE: Able to exhibit tendencies to be self-starting and not wait for signals

• BE DECISIVE: Able to make sound decisions within time constraints; Able to commit to a course of action, even in ambiguous situations, without excessive deliberation; Able to identify unique (but effective) solutions

• DEMONSTRATE SOUND JUDGMENT: Able to make appropriate decisions and has the vision to understand their impact; Able to use factual information to develop logical assumptions; Able to examine alternatives and consider resources, constraints and risks before committing to action

• SOLVE PROBLEMS: Able to apply both rational and creative processes and approaches to identify root causes of problems and solutions

• THINK STRATEGICALLY: Able to see the "big picture" and be future-thinking; Able to anticipate future trends and consequences accurately; Able to take a broad perspective; Able to create a vision of organizational objectives; Able to make decisions based on long-term company goals

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in marketing, communications, or related field.

• Minimum six to eight years experience in corporate communications in a business-to-business environment preferably in an international context; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Extensive knowledge of the assigned region (South Asia) and experience disseminating information across large target audiences.

BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver\xe2\x80\x99s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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