Job Description

:SummaryThe Vice President, Communications directs internal and external communications and plays a strategic role in shaping the profile and reputation of Chenega Corporation. This hands-on role will define and set priorities, clarify and manage key messaging, supports the communication needs of the organization, employees, Board of Directors and Chenega Shareholders.
Responsibilities

• Develop and evolve communications campaign strategies to protect the Chenega brand and reputation.
• Provides public relations counsel to executive staff and oversees strategic planning, implementation, management, and evaluation of the corporation\xe2\x80\x99s public relations and communication plans.
• Promotes, maintains, and defends corporate reputation; builds proactive strategies and executes rapid response to time sensitive messaging.
• Develops and implements an integrated strategic communications plan to advance Chenega Corporation\xe2\x80\x99s identity; broaden awareness of its programs and priorities; and increases the visibility of its programs across key internal and external stakeholders.
• Provides advanced comprehensive writing and presentation support for all internal and external communications including employee and shareholder newsletters, website design & refresh, PowerPoint presentations, multimedia, and marketing/business development materials.
• Identify challenges and emerging issues faced by the organization. Works with leadership teams to recognize internal and external communications opportunities and solutions.
• Implements best practice methodologies and supports cross- departmental collaboration for all enterprise level initiatives.
• Champions cultural initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum 5 years proven experience in public relations/corporate communications.
• A bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in public relations, Communications, or related discipline. Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree preferred.
• Prefer direct or indirect experience with an Alaska Native Corporation.
• High-level Microsoft Office proficiency.

Chenega