Wednesday, September 5, 2007

Executive Communications Manager ETG

We have an opportunity for an experienced Executive Communications Manager for the Emerging Technologies Group (ETG). Emerging Technologies Group (ETG) focuses on creating solutions in new and adjacent markets built around advanced video, voice, and data communications.

Responsibilities:
Develops and executes strategic communication plans for the Emerging Technologies Group.

Flawless execution of the communication strategy across multiple media channels (PR, Web, speaker forums, influencer relations, etc.)

Provide content, positioning and/or strategy contributions to critical communications focus areas including: innovation, product positioning, internal marketing, crisis communication, etc.

Work independently and build partnerships with senior-level executives for presentation development, speech development, speech delivery, communications strategy and execution plans.

Lead in developing high quality content that achieves desired results

Create tactical communications plans

Oversee projects, and time lines and quality of project deliverables

Manage the vendor acquisition process as required


Requirements:
5 years + of experience in an Executive Communications role

Demonstrates superior executive influence skills and content development skills, with the ability to act as a role model to collaborate and team with others.

High proficiency in Power Point and other Microsoft office tools is a must.

Seen as someone who can provide positioning counsel and viewed as a content development partner.

Superior leadership skills.

Flexible and resilient.

Problem solver.

Ability to gain consensus among others.

Ability to manage sensitive situations.

Ability to grasp technical issues and market considerations.

Excellent project management skills.

Superior verbal and written communication skills.

Superior presentation skills.


Requires BA/BS in Marketing, Business, IS or equivalent plus 10+ years of related experience in Marketing or Communications organization.

If you have the related experience we need and an interest in this opportunity, please contact me directly: brstultz@cisco.com