Manager - Corporate Communications

The Manager - Corporate Communications Manages the overall strategic communication and CSR portfolios of the organization.

Employment Opportunity      

Innovative minds will power the future of energy. The NGC Group has pioneered a world-class model for energy prosperity, spearheading the value maximization of our local natural gas sector.

As a member of our organization, you can seize the opportunity to advance your career potential and achieve extraordinary value for our country.

If you are focused on astute collaboration that drives competitiveness, we want you.

Value driven team players ready to be part of a dynamic environment are invited to apply for the position of:

Manager - Corporate Communications - Job ID# 14306

OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE 

• Manages the overall strategic communication and CSR portfolios of the organization by overseeing the development, implementation and alignment of the strategic communication policies, programmes, and services that support NGC’s mission and objectives. 
• Direct oversight of the management of corporate partnerships, philanthropic contributions, events, projects, community-based initiatives and coordinating the resolution of all reputational issues and risks. 
• Develops the organization’s internal and external communications strategy, using a variety of media to promote the organisation both locally, regionally and internationally.
• Implements an integrated set of public relations and communications approaches to manage company reputation and image, ensuring that the main messages of the President and the Board are communicated and in sync with the national mandate.

FUNCTIONS

• Oversees the development of a consistent corporate brand messaging strategy for NGC that is reflected and consistent with NGC’s branding and strategic messaging activities. 
• Oversees the sustainability and brand communications strategy of NGC, using a variety of print, digital and other media to promote NGC both locally, regionally, and internationally. 
• Develops and establishes a brand identity system to facilitate maintenance of standards within the company. 
• Oversees the monitoring and analysis of industry trends to adjust/enhance NGC’s positioning and messaging required. 
• Oversees the development and implementation of a communications framework to allow for effective use of technology which drives a team of professionals in reporting on communication, sustainability, and brand metrics to aid in effective decision making. 
• Develops and implements a robust strategy of partnership, stakeholder relations, sustainability, standards and practices that elicits, as well as promotes the ethos and business continuity of the organization.  
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with internal and external key stakeholders to ensure proper dissemination of communication and public education services of the organisation. 
• Advances an interactive and technologically based digital media to build communication between the organisation, the group and all stakeholders. 
• Supports in emergency disaster management communication to ensure planned outcomes are achieved according to standard protocol. 
• Oversees the evaluation and reporting on partnerships, sponsorships and contributions, agreement/MOU/MOA/sponsorship/partnership agreements management inclusive of tax benefits for the company through philanthropy engagements and activities. 
• Establishes a network with key external stakeholders to build relations with large customers to foster openness and willingness to share information.
• Manages tangibles such as publications, e-newsletters and websites, as well as traditional printings and digital printings to control and improve reputation with all stakeholders.
• Engages in strategies for the implementation of NGC’s sustainability programmes to prepare communities to be self-sufficient. 
• Oversees and manages relations that continuously seek to build relationships with key media to ensure that accurate messages and content are delivered to maintain and promote NGC’s image. 
• Develops and implements corporate communications metrics, including media ratings and ensures regular review of analytics to assess the impact of specific communications objectives. 
• Conducts media relations training for executives, management and the group to develop skills and identify opportunities to strategically utilise the media to promote and communicate NGC’s message and the pivotal role the company plays in the economy. 
• Executes any other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• First degree in Communications or related degree 
• Post graduate degree in Strategic Communication, Sustainability, Mass Communications, MBA or equivalent post graduate qualification
• Seven (7) years management experience in a corporate communications environment of which five (5) years must be at a leadership level. 
• Demonstrates a clear understanding of the energy industry

OR

• Master’s in communication or equivalent Post Graduate certification 
• Ten (10) years related experience in corporate communications in the energy industry of which seven (7) years must be at a leadership level.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge of: 

• Communications media, media technology (including social media) and best practices in using media.
• Media support applications
• Sustainability principles
• CSR 
• Diversity management 
• Corporate stakeholder engagement and management
• Communications and consultations
• Issues management in corporate reputation management 
• Strategic communication  
• Environment, Social and governance (ESG) 
• Sustainability
• Politics of the country 

Skills:

• Planning, organising and coordinating skills 
• Leadership 
• Team building - Communication (oral and written) 
• Advocacy  
• Business Protocol 
• Business Acumen 

KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Results oriented, requires establishing and achievement of goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.  
• Service oriented, requires ability to engage and effectively manage customer expectations 
• Complex problem-solving skills, ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and identify solutions. 
• Proven ability to organise and tailor written communications clearly to effectively reach multiple audiences and signal the organization to the public 
• Ability to recognize sensitive issues for timely communication and/or escalation 
• Ability to develop creative, effective approaches to difficult communications challenges 
• Ability to anticipate potential reputational issues and exercise high judgment, particularly in narrow time frames 
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to think and communicate clearly, formulate a clear point of view on complicated issues, and create a concise and well-written narrative. 
• Ability to network, partner and collaborate with stakeholders and build effective strategic alliances. 
• Ability to maintain composure under stressful situations and demanding environments and work in ambiguous situations. 
• Ability to demonstrate people-centred leadership which focuses on creating meaning and purpose for employees which gives them a ‘why’ to their work and provides a clear line of sight between what they do and the overall goals of the organization. 
• Ability to empower team members by trusting them to find solutions to achieve organizational goals, rather than solving problems for them. Creates a psychologically safe environment for the team to learn and grow. 
• Ability to lead with empathy and compassion by demonstrating concern for the well-being of employees in the workplace, recognising when employees are displaying emotional stress and anxiety and showing genuine care and concern to them. 
• Highly engaging leadership style and ability to connect well with others. 
• Be motivated to help the organisation become more resource efficient and realise the business benefits of increased energy efficiency. 
• Demonstrates care for the environment by considering and applying the benefits of recycling and waste reduction in the execution of tasks

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NGC offers a competitive compensation package for permanent employees, inclusive of a Housing Allowance.

Interested candidates are required to apply online via the Careers tab at www.ngc.co.tt  where further job details are posted.  New candidates will be required to create a Candidate Profile Account by clicking the ‘Careers’ button.

Closing date for applications March 10, 2025.

Unsuitable applications will not be acknowledged.