Associate Communications Specialist
Kroger Family of Companies, Cincinnati, OH, United States
Responsible for creating associate communications plans and materials for the enterprise designed to inspire, motivate and engage associates. Help associates connect to Our Purpose and business strategy through innovative, data-driven, strategic communications and storytelling. Amplify our company's and associates' unique stories to elevate our reputation as an employer of choice and spotlight the work of our teams and leaders. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop creative content about our company’s Purpose and strategy that enhances Kroger’s reputation through storytelling
Develop and implement communication plans to support annual corporate fundraising events.
Create and distribute emails and newsletters to associates
Support and promote engagement events for corporate associates
Collaborate with and support broader network of division/department communications associates to improve communication effectiveness and reach
Write/edit content for a variety of internal/external channels, including print, web, digital, social and video scripts Evaluate/measure effectiveness of communications programs using results to strengthen planning/execution of future communications
Support building management team to provide critical updates to associates promoting safety and compliance
Support and moderate Kroger’s internal business social network to help maintain an engaging, respectful environment for all associates
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum
2+ years of news writing or corporate communication experience
High School Diploma or GED
Ability to take a creative approach to strategic problemsolving, messaging and delivery
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
Strong oral/written communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Desired
Bachelors Degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or related field
3+ years of corporate communication experience
Any experience with media, social media and digital content development
Graphic design skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office
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RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop creative content about our company’s Purpose and strategy that enhances Kroger’s reputation through storytelling
Develop and implement communication plans to support annual corporate fundraising events.
Create and distribute emails and newsletters to associates
Support and promote engagement events for corporate associates
Collaborate with and support broader network of division/department communications associates to improve communication effectiveness and reach
Write/edit content for a variety of internal/external channels, including print, web, digital, social and video scripts Evaluate/measure effectiveness of communications programs using results to strengthen planning/execution of future communications
Support building management team to provide critical updates to associates promoting safety and compliance
Support and moderate Kroger’s internal business social network to help maintain an engaging, respectful environment for all associates
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum
2+ years of news writing or corporate communication experience
High School Diploma or GED
Ability to take a creative approach to strategic problemsolving, messaging and delivery
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
Strong oral/written communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Desired
Bachelors Degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or related field
3+ years of corporate communication experience
Any experience with media, social media and digital content development
Graphic design skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office
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