Internal Communication Leader

Company Description The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We do this by offering a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at affordableprices. We are part of IKEA Al-Homaizi Limited, operating inthree countries - Kuwait, Jordan, and Morocco. Our keywords are Home, People, Happiness, Development, Leadership, Inclusion &Diversity,All withPassion! Join us to bridge your dreams and unique ideas within an organization that believes in People. Job Description s Internal Communication Leaderyou lead and create effective communication securing the communication process by defining, planning, executing and following up communication to relevant stakeholders. Drive an open and sharing climate, being a role model of the IKEA values where our co-workers are informed, engaged and empowered. Key assignments:

• Design , lead, and develop internal communication as a strategic tool for leading businesses and people in line with IKEA – Al Homaizi Limited communication strategy and global communications strategy.
• Define, plan, execute, and measure strategic and effective communications based on the needs of business and people.
• Be a strategic and tactical partner to define and enable communication needs and goals.
• Lead the development and implementation of theinternal communication plan, lead the communication calendar, and manage the internal communication structure and flow.
• Create clear and actionable communication plans and communication briefs to enable efficient and effective creation, production, and follow-up. Set and agree on briefs with stakeholders that indicate the “what”, “why” and “when” to deliver business impact. Work with internal and/or external resources to deliver to the defined communication briefs within budgets and timelines, and create work orders when needed
• Contribute to the implementation of business strategies, priorities, and processes through communication.
• Be the visual, verbal, and written communication expert in the unit, and responsible for creating visual, verbal, and written communication within the unit/area/function.
• Set internal communication landscape basics in place within a defined timeline. Implement IKEA internal communication channels such as Intranet, Co-worker portal, social forums, etc.
• Facilitate dialogue, encourage involvement, and contribute to an open and sharing climate.
• Work in close collaboration with relevant teams to create a strong employer branding agenda.
• Work in close collaboration with external PR and marketing to define messaging and communication needs for co-workers.
• Day-to-day responsibility for the sourcing, editing, and producing of content for the identified internal media – Intranet, Weekly News, Info boards, video communications systems
• Provide expert advice and support for Managers in preparation of materials for co-workers' communication
• Develop and support an internal communication toolkit
• Support in crises in regards to internal communication

• Graduate with at least 4 years of relevant experience
• Experience in creating and implementing fact-based strategic plans, setting budgets, and following up on goals
• Proven ability to work with creative advertising/communication processes/agencies
• Experience in effective and efficient use and measurement of all media (paid, owned, and earned)
• Ability to communicate confidently and clearly in English
• Proven ability to make a difference in positively influencing the business result
• Strong identification with the IKEA culture and values
• High interest in home furnishings, people´s life at home, and the IKEA range
• A genuine interest in Retailing and a curiosity and passion about Retail
• Ability to develop, articulate, and communicate an IKEA strategy.
• Has business overview, analytical skills and ,tactical thinking.