About the Department
Site New Hampshire, located in West Lebanon, is where Novo Nordisk's life-saving treatments are brought to life. Our manufacturing facility produces a global supply of our hemophilia and growth hormone product lines, as well as our next generation of cutting-edge medications. It's not your average production site - it's a tight-knit, supportive community working together to contribute to a better tomorrow for our patients. Ethics and quality are held in the highest regard, and a patient-focused mindset guides everything we do. We're looking for individuals who are self-starters with a strong work ethic to join our team. At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources and mentorship to grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential?
The Position
Are you experienced in and passionate about public affairs, media relations, and organizational communication? Do you excel in stakeholder communication and relations? At Novo Nordisk in New Hampshire we are seeking an ambitious and driven team member to be our Manager for Strategic Communications & Public Affairs, responsible for ensuring that the site communcation strategy supports high functioning manufacturing operations. This role involves fostering high levels of employee engagement by ensuring they are well-informed to meet business objectives. Additionally, the Manager will work to cultivate robust business, industry, and community relationships, enhance the company's brand & reputation, and secure appropriate operational framework for success. If you are ready to make a difference and contribute to our business strategy, read on and apply today.
This is an onsite based role Monday-Friday at our West Lebanon, NH bioproduction facility in West Lebanon, NH. The role may require occassional travel to other Novo Nordisk locations in the US or Denmark. Relocation assistance is eligible for this role, in line with Novo Nordisk relocation policies.
Relationships
Reports to: Project Vice President - Business Development & Strategic Communications
Number of subordinates with direct/indirect referral: No direct reports, but incumbent will be expected to manage projects with external vendors and contractors
Essential Functions
Collaborate with regional, national, & global communications colleagues (other Novo Nordisk production sites, Novo Nordisk US corporate HQ, and Global Public Affairs) to ensure synergy in communications campaigns, to include external communications & public affairs priorities (media relations, groundbreaking ceremonies, milestone celebrations, crisis communications, issues management & other engagements with VIP stakeholders & officials)Manage daily activities of the communications function, to include staff/vendor/contractor selection, coaching/developing team, performance management, setting expectations, process confirmationManage area budget to maximize return on investmentIdentify & supervise external contractors & agencies as necessary to successfully implement communications activitiesCounsel, coach & provide site leadership/management with information & best practices to develop their communication skills & to drive consistent, effective communication practicesCollaborate & serve as site contact for corporate initiativesDevelop tools & methods to reduce communication gaps between senior leadership, managers & shop floor, including Town Hall meetings & other employee focus groups meetingsProvide senior leadership with feedback & advise on communication plans, messaging & executionCollaborate with P&O, Early Talent, Talent Acquisition, & other facility or expansion project community relations activitiesDevelop & drive strategy for communication channel solutions (SharePoint, digital news, digital signage, digital workplace applications, etc.); support execution team with direction, troubleshooting & best practicesPlan & execute processes, materials & meetings with extraordinary attention to detail for senior-level professionalsPrepare executive communications (i.e., presentations, talking points, emails, news articles, Viva Engage posts, photos, & videos) for site leader for lateral & elevated audiencesCreate, review, & approve communication drafts & plans as needed, to include messages of a sensitive, urgent, or nuanced nature for an audience of diverse needs & perspectivesManage & support cross-organizational & functional projects, work groups & initiativesDevelop editorial calendar for business-relevant news distribution, to include strategize using a variety of approaches & communication channelsFollow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of dutiesPerforms all job duties and responsibilities in a compliant and ethical manner and in accordance with all applicable healthcare laws, regulations and industry codesChampion the Novo Nordisk Way and NNx. Incorporates the Novo Nordisk Way and Essentials in all activities and interactions with othersQualifications
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of ten (10) years or master's degree with a minimum of eight (8) years of experience in strategic planning & implementation of organizational communication activities, to include change management, media relations or public affairs requiredBachelor's degree in organizational communications, Public Relations, Organizational development, or related field, from an accredited university required. Master's degree in organizational communications, Public Relations, Organizational development, or related field, from an accredited university preferredMinimum of three (3) years' direct supervisory experience required or equivalent combination of direct supervisory & internal Novo Nordisk communications experienceCommunications support experience of a multi-shift manufacturing facility preferred, pharmaceutical manufacturing organization a plusAdvanced knowledge & experience with MS PowerPoint requiredProficient in MS SharePoint & other Microsoft applications requiredStrong knowledge of business & communication challenges requiredDemonstrated experience & excellence in coaching & meeting facilitation preferredOutstanding written, verbal & public speaking communication skills requiredProficient with photography & video editing & production skills requiredStrong project management skills requiredPhysical Requirements
Ability to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. (% can change on a case-by-case basis based on the role.)
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we're life changing.
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