Corporate Communications Lead


Position Snapshot
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia Company: Nestlé Indonesia
Full Time


Position Summary
Joining Nestlé means you are joining the largest food and Beverage Company in the world. At our very core, we are a human environment – passionate people driven by the purpose of unlocking the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come. As a Corporate Communications Lead, you are responsible to enhance and strengthen Nestlé’s reputation as a recognized leader in Nutrition, Health and Wellness (NHW). Respected and trusted by all stakeholders, to promote Creating Shared Value (CSV) as fundamental business principle. To promote the implementation of Nestlé purpose and value. To act as a ‘trusted advisor’ in reputation matters. To create an atmosphere that fosters positive attitude of openness, engagement and exceptional performance.


A day in the life of Corporate Communications Lead

• Promote and protect Nestle’s reputation and integrity in the marketplace
• Develop and execute integrated corporate communication strategies with emphasis on Nutrition, Health & Wellbeing, Sustainability & Creating Shared Value, Nestle purpose and value; provide expert communications advice and guidance to management and other functions/business
• Corporate spokesperson; manage media requests and stories, accountable for crisis communication efforts and provide guidance during sensitive issues or incidents
• Manage Internal & External Communication channels, including speakership, awards, press releases, internal newsletter, corporate website and social media platforms
• Effectively lead, motivate and develop the communication team, including succession planning
• Identify and monitor public issues which influence public perceptions; mobilize internal and external networks to manage and mitigate issues
• Supervise and steer all communication team activities: internal and external communication, media relations selected stakeholder management; crisis management and CSV initiatives; including support in NHW strategic implementation

What will make you successful

• 10+ years of experience in strategic communications roles, especially in multinational companies, with expertise in handling issue and crisis reputation management.
• Has a wide network in media, including senior editors, with experience in managing budgets, agency relationships, and negotiations.
• Proficient in English, both verbally and in writing, with a particular strength in writing and presentation skills.
• Experience of working in different business functions or across industries.
• Experience of senior-level negotiations and conflict management.
• Team management experience, in particular the management of specialists.
• Has analytical thinking and attention to details.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with authorities and industry networks.
• Understanding of the food industry and its related issues, legislation, opportunities, and challenges.
• Deep understanding of influence networking and channel strategy