Dow
Corporate Communications Leader - Office of Inclusion_
Dow, Midland, Michigan, United States, 48670
Corporate Communications Leader - Office of InclusionAt a glancePosition:Corporate Communications Leader - Office of InclusionPrimary Location:Midland (MI, USA), Michigan, United States of AmericaAdditional Locations: Freeport (TX, USA) Houston (TX, USA) Plaquemine (LA, USA) + More - LessSchedule:Full timeDate Posted:08/13/2024Job Number:R2053925Position Type:RegularWorkplace Type:Hybrid or OnsiteAt Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.About you and this roleDow Public Affairsis seeking to fill aCorporate Communications Leaderposition supporting the Office of Inclusion and leading communications for inclusion, diversity and equity (ID&E). This is an individual contributor role and can be located in Midland, MI, Houston, TX, Freeport, TX or Plaquemine, LA.In this role, you will be a member of the Office of Inclusion Team and will play a pivotal role in ensuring effective communication of the company’s ID&E commitment and progress. You will be responsible for production of premier events including EMERGE, Dow’s all ERG conference, and SOAR, Dow’s inclusion summit at the LPGA’s Dow Championship.You will also develop and implement a global employee communications strategy to support the company’s ID&E commitment and progress, including providing counsel to global Employee Resource Group communicators.We are looking for an expert in executive communications who can provide thought leadership with a focus on external activities, and who can act as a coach and advisor to the Chief Inclusion Officer. You will identify and create opportunities for executive communications and be responsible for driving internal and external communications (incl. media relations, issues management) on key strategic topics to engage key stakeholders, helping position Dow as an industry leader.This role requires a strong understanding of Dow’s strategy and its business structure. The successful candidate will have strategic and critical thinking skills, strong writing skills and the ability to effectively collaborate with global and diverse business, functional and geographic teams. It is also important to have a strong track record of converting complex concepts into compelling content and initiatives and enabling senior leaders and colleagues to act as ambassadors for Dow.Responsibilities+ Develop, maintain, execute, and measure a communications strategy that supports the Office of Inclusion and drives ID&E communication priorities.+ Focus on internal communications, ensuring that employees are well-informed, engaged, and aligned with the company's ambition, mission and values. This includes external communications including speeches, social media and traditional media.+ Collaborate closely with the Office of Inclusion, leadership, and other departments to enhance employee experiences and to align priorities with Dow’s corporate narrative.+ Develop framework to measure and report progress.+ Develop and produce communications for senior executives, including presentations, conference appearances, videos, speeches, and other digital and short-form content.+ Serve as a strategic partner for PA/GA colleagues around the world, providing guidance and insight related to the Office of Inclusion priorities.+ Maintain ongoing awareness of key corporate issues and priorities, including coverage of these issues and priorities within the media and company contacts accountable for each issue/priority.Qualifications+ A minimum of a bachelor's degreeorrelevant military experience at or above a U.S. E6 or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant ranking.+ A minimum of 7 years of communications and/or public relations experience.+ A minimum requirement for this position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.Preferred Skills+ Advanced written and oral communication skills.+ Experience in working with senior leaders.+ Professional speechwriting, presentation design, correspondence, and social media experience.+ Experience conducting media training and speaker training.+ Proven strategic planning and problem-solving skills.+ Effectively manage multiple, competing priorities.+ Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.+ Strong collaboration skills.+ Proven time-management skills; meet deadlines with high-quality work.+ Independently motivated.+ Able to make decisions quickly and independently.Additional NotesRelocation assistance is not available for this position.Benefits – What Dow offers youWe invest in you.Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career.
You bring your background, talent and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:+ Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.+ Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental and emotional well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.+ Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.+ Become a Dow shareholder through various employee stock programs.+ Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.+ Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.+ Global Paid Time Off (PTO) policies:+ Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).+ Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.+ Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.Join our team, we can make a difference together.About DowDow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visitingwww.dow.com.As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available onwww.dow.com.Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.
You bring your background, talent and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:+ Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.+ Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental and emotional well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.+ Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.+ Become a Dow shareholder through various employee stock programs.+ Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.+ Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.+ Global Paid Time Off (PTO) policies:+ Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).+ Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.+ Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.Join our team, we can make a difference together.About DowDow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visitingwww.dow.com.As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available onwww.dow.com.Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.