Director, Executive Speech Writing and Internal Communications

About the position

The Director, Executive Speech Writing and Internal Communications is a key member of the Integrated Marketing and Communication (IMC) team at Kellogg. The Director takes primary writing responsibility for the dean's speeches for events, messages and remarks for gatherings, and presentations to advance the dean's engagement and visibility to external and internal audiences. The Director will also lead the development of and implementation of internal (staff, faculty, students) communication to inform and drive engagement in support of Kellogg's brand, key initiatives, and timely news.

Responsibilities

• Write dean speeches, remarks, and messages for the dean.
• Provide recommendations on content and engagement strategies to advance the dean's priorities with internal and select external stakeholders.
• Consult with stakeholders and Kellogg faculty experts to draft materials and prepare background briefs.
• Create compelling presentations in partnership with the creative and design team.
• Contribute expertise to select external communications including industry speaking opportunities.
• Work closely with the CMCO, Sr. Director, Communications, senior leaders in Alumni Relations and Development, and the Dean's Chief of Staff to ensure message alignment and consistency.
• Write internal communications on behalf of the dean.
• Develop and implement integrated internal communication to drive stakeholder engagement and advance the school's priorities and key initiatives.
• Provide strategic change communication counsel to senior leaders on initiatives, programs and issues affecting internal stakeholders.
• Develop messages, content and materials to support these strategies.
• Plan key staff communication events such as regular staff town halls and briefings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or related field, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Minimum of 8 - 10 years of experience in all aspects of executive and internal communications with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Strong strategic communication experience and proven track record in developing and implementing communication strategies that engage audiences.
• Proven ability to counsel executive and senior leaders on effective internal communication and communication best practices.
• Extensive understanding and experience in creatively using a variety of channels, including web and social media for communication.
• Proven expertise in developing internal communication during times of crisis and other difficult situations.

Nice-to-haves

• Minimum of five years experience in a mid-senior communications role.
• Speech writing experience is preferred.

Benefits

• Meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans.
• Retirement benefits.
• Tuition discounts.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Programs to help locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care.
• Career development resources.