Communications Manager Job in The Grand Group

Required Manager-Communications

DEPARTMENT :Communications & PR

BAND & LEVEL :Band E or D / Level Manager

RESPONSIBLE TO :General Manager of the Hotel

SUMMARY :To manage and execute The Group s communication strategy jointly with the management and the PR agency. Through effective communication enhance the group s image and create awareness of the group s varied business interests and brands. To plan and achieve quality collateral including group s magazine and the newsletters for external audiences.

DIRECT REPORTS :Team members of the Communications department.

KEY ACTIVITIES :

OUTCOMES

• Providing a first level of response to media
• Serve as a strategic communications resource and advisor to communications teams and management. This would include advising management on media response strategies.
• Maintaining effective media relations for maximum benefits and
• Recommending and proposing inputs to define the appropriate image for the organization.
• Developing, coordinating and executing communication plans that support business initiatives and
• Ensure researching, writing, editing and managing the creation, approval and distribution of communication materials.
• Interact with and manage high end powered clientele of the
• Working collaboratively with in a cross functional team environment to ensure consistency and accuracy of messages.
• Ensure consistency in external announcement messaging and
• Planning and organizing company communications activities, which includes corporate relationship building
• Recommending and assisting in establishing an effective communications system to inform internal and external customers; thereby creating awareness and maintaining the company
• Defining and maintaining innovative channels for timely distribution of information such as intranet and email communications newsletters, web-casts, etc.
• Creating written and presentation materials for management team for internal

People and Training Related

• Ensures that the organization s policies are adhered to by all the employees in the department.
• Develops and conducts training programs and schedules for departmental staff in collaboration with the training department and departmental if relevant.
• Uses Oberoi appraisal system to review the
• Ensures career development and succession planning for all employees based solely on performance.
• Creates a platform of engagement to keep the team membersinvolved.
• Recognition and appreciation of team members
• Coaches and counselssubordinates.
• Recommends in the recruitment / increments, promotions and dismissal of staff in areas directly under his/ hercontrol.
• Ensures that LQA and APEX standards are followed by the entire team.

KEY SKILLS :

BEHAVIOURAL

• Sharp analytical mind with good attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task on issues
• Ability to work independently and on own initiative
• Professional approach and demeanor
• Good organizational, communication, interpersonal and team skills

TECHNICAL

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Fluency in English
• Awareness of current affairs
• A creative approach to get out of the box ideas
• Proficient and up to date with IT skills