Job Description

Position: Manager, Internal Communications

Report to: Associate Director, Internal Communications Leader

Location: Shanghai, China

Position Summary

The Internal Communication Manager will play a pivotal role in driving our WOF+ strategy communication. This role involves managing the internal WOF+ hub, creating newsletters, leading editorial board and supporting key internal projects like the Annual Meeting and townhall.

Key Responsibilities:

WOF+ Strategy Communication Management

Develop and produce newsletters focused on WOF+ strategy. Select engaging content that effectively communicates the strategy, its progress, and any relevant updates or success stories through the whole organization.Be responsible for producing the WOF+ newsletter, maintaining the WOF+ hub and WOF+ WeChat account, as well as handling executive’s all - staff message for the IC project.

Internal Event Management

Partner with Project leader to deliver the holistic internal event like the Annual Meeting and townhall.Own specific pillars for Annual Meeting, such as logistic agency management.

Editorial Board Leadership

Lead cross-functional Editorial Board to enhance creative and inspiring employee engagementSet outcomes and engagement mechanism. Organize meetings, assign tasks, and guide board members.

Qualifications:

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or related fields.

Experience

Minimum of 6 years of experience in Communications, Marketing, preferably in the healthcare or FMCG industries.Internal Comms experience is a plus, covering internal communication platform management, employee event management, and executive communications.

Skills

Exceptional Mandarin and English writing skills; can create clear, accurate, and persuasive written content.Skilled in managing internal communication platforms, such as newsletters and editorial board, managing tasks, timelines, budgets, and resolving issues.Proficient at collaborating with creative agencies to create highly engaging internal event content.Excellent partnership and collaboration skills to serve as a reliable business partner.

Personal Attributes

A good team playerStrategic thinker with the ability to influence and collaborate with various stakeholders.Highly organized and detail-oriented, with outstanding time management skills.Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships and achieving buy-in from internal and external partners.Creative, proactive, and agile in adapting to new trends and changes in the employee engagement landscape.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

25%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

NA

Job Posting End Date:

07/31/2025

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Requisition ID:R341281