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In this role, you will plan, execute and integrate a range of communications activities including strategy development, content publishing, measurement and other operations in coordination with other teams and stakeholders both internal and external. You also plan and execute public and government affairs activities to advocate for Mondelēz International’s interests and coordinate a range of related transactions or communications with the public, community partners and government officials.

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Matter.

In this role, you will plan, execute and integrate a range of communications strategies and activities including content development, publishing, measurement and other operations in coordination with other teams and stakeholders both internal and external. You also plan and execute public and government affairs activities to advocate for Mondelēz International’s interests and coordinate a range of related transactions or communications with the public, community partners and government officials.

How you will contribute

You will design and deliver outstanding media relations, government affairs, and internal communications and community engagement campaigns and strategies.. This role will require you to think globally and collaborate with colleagues from around the world to share best practices. You will also promote the latest innovations and investments in the market to keep our people engaged in the transformation and to partner with government officials so we can make changes to our operating model and ways of working. In addition to these contributions, you will manage all aspects of communications channels (internal and external); nurture relationships with Tier 1 corporate media; drive news coverage that promotes Mondelēz International; support the leadership team, stakeholders (internal teams and external including community partners and government) and other functions internal communications activities, and ensure that activities are delivered within budget.

What you will bring

A desire to lead the future for our company and accelerate you career with experience and knowledge in:

• Communications, including experience in government affairs and issues management, preferably in a large, matrix multinational

• Written and spoken communication skills

• Results orientation and a hands-on mentality

• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can work under pressure in a collaborative setting

• Dealing with ambiguity and change agility

• Time management priority setting and attention to detail

• Ability to maintain an understanding of operational process as it relates to accounting, invoicing, planning, communicating results, and executing campaigns

More about this role

What you need to know about this position:

Internal Communications

This role will be accountable for the day-to-day delivery of the internal communications and employee engagement communications plan, working alongside the Head of Communication and Government Affairs. They will be responsible for generating great content and storytelling by working closely with Human Resources and the other cross-functional teams. The role will oversee the digital channels (intranet, Viva Engage) and create communications strategies and materials. Responsibilities also include:

• Manage local leadership communications and create content for quarterly BU Townhalls and webcasts.

• Support growth of community agenda by developing and maintaining a community strategy, coordinated community events and community champion activities.

• Implement and promote recognition programs.

External Communications

Deliver a reputation building program (communications and government affairs) working in partnership with the Head of Communication and Government Affairs and the leadership team where required. You will use various forms of media and communications and be responsible for communicating key messages to various audiences. Responsibilities also include:

• Develop and maintain third-party relationships (i.e. charities, associations, etc.).

• Support in press office activities, managing local media enquiries.

• Support the brands with public relations, social media/influencer relations and events as required.

• Support team in tracking/recording media coverage and managing the media monitoring service.

Administration

• Contribute to weekly/monthly reports on CGA activities for NA and globally.

• Support and create corporate presentation materials.

What extra ingredients you will bring:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork capability. A

• Has a growth mindset, demonstrate flexibility and can look ahead strategically; proactivelyanticipates the business needs.

• Energetic, self-motivated, and results-oriented.

• Highly-effective project management, prioritization and time management skills to meet deadlines.

• Acts with a sense of urgency and canenergize and inspire those they work with to achieve goalsusing an entrepreneurial, creative attitude

• Demonstrate flexibility

Education / Certifications:

• At least 7 years of experience in communications either in-house or an agency

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in relevant field

• Learning agility to leverage digital tools and systems such as MS Office applications, SharePoint, design and video editing software

• Experience with social media considered an asset

Job specific requirements:

• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal

• Demonstrated strong collaboration and leadership skills

• Excellent project management skills

• Strong understanding of social media and influencer landscape in Canada

• Experience in managing people and agency partners

• Have excellent grasp of current events, news, social media trends

Travel requirements: Minimal (GTA)

Work schedule: Some evenings or weekends may be required

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

With several brands that are among consumer favourites, including Cadbury, OREO, Christie and Maynards, we are one of the largest snack companies in Canada. Many of our iconic brands are ranked first, second or third in their categories, and our manufacturers and pastry chefs have an enviable mission to create and manufacture chocolate, cookies, crackers and candy in our iconic factories and locations across Ontario. A company with many ambitious growth targets, we have invested close to $250 million in our Ontario plants in recent years alone; We run marketing campaigns promoting innovative products such as Cadbury Dark Milk tablets and OREO Birthday Cake and Peppermint Bark cookies. Our community of more than 2,683 employees is present across Canada and our head office is in Toronto. Passion and dedication characterize our Company. We encourage all our employees to be themselves at work, to speak out and to encourage diversity in all areas of activity. In addition, we foster a flexible work environment and place great importance on the notions of trust and empathy to promote a true sense of belonging.

Mondelez welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please note that the term "accommodation" in this posting means changes that are made in order to meet the needs of a person with disabilities and not lodging.

Job Type

Regular

Communications and Public & Government Affairs

Corporate & Government Affairs

At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about.

We have a rich portfolio of strong brands – both global and local. Including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the number 1 position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy as well as the No. 2 position in gum

Our 80,000 Makers and Bakers are located in our operations in more than 80 countries and are working to sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. They are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen, and happen fast.

Join us and Make It An Opportunity!

Mondelez Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.