Director, Global Sustainability Internal Communications
2 weeks ago
At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, ambitious thinking, and innovation – ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions, and even the globe.
Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week.
About the role:The Director, Global Sustainability Internal Communications will play a pivotal role in engaging our 83,000+ employees and key internal partners to support advancement of our company’s leading sustainability positioning and demonstrate AstraZeneca’s dedication to addressing major societal issues (including climate change, access to healthcare, inclusion & diversity) through effective use of corporate internal channels and spokespersons to deliver continued news flow, engagement, and internal campaigns.
The role will be accountable for driving internal engagement on sustainability ambition through delivery of impactful communications that advise and educate; connect sustainability to the core business to drive action on our core Programmes; and encourage and build pride in our ambitious commitments and approach. You will work closely with colleagues in Global Sustainability, Internal Communications, Corporate Communications, Global Policy, Therapy Areas, and regional and in-market corporate affairs teams. This position will lead internal communications and engagement on our interconnected sustainability approach and sustainability narrative.
At AstraZeneca, sustainability spans Access to Healthcare, Environment Protection, and Ethics & Transparency. By connecting and maximizing our flagship programs across these three pillars, which include Ambition Zero Carbon (AstraZeneca’s science-based decarbonisation strategy), the Sustainable Markets Initiative Health Systems Task Force, Young Health Programme (YHP), and Partnership for Health System Sustainability and Resilience (PHSSR), for example, we have the opportunity to advance our sustainability agenda globally, regionally, and in key markets, whilst driving authentic thought leadership, strengthening our corporate reputation, and enhancing employee engagement.
Importantly, this role will lead compelling internal communications strategies and delivery including on: our enterprise Sustainability strategy and delivery; quarterly sustainability performance; how we are delivering sustainable science – from the lab to patient; and as well as our efforts in driving sustainable healthcare reform and taking action to address some of the most critical macro issues of our time, including climate change, health equity, and health systems resilience. The role will also be responsible for supporting senior leadership, including the EVP Chief Sustainability Officer and VP Global Sustainability, on effective delivery of sustainability programs.
There is the chance to create a significant, positive difference in this role and bringing our employees along with us as we work to drive positive change through collaboration to ensure a healthy future for people, society, and the planet.
Typical Accountabilities:- Develop & deliver internal elements of corporate affairs strategies, communications campaigns and toolkits for global sustainability announcements and/or achievements.
- Plan and deliver internal communication activities to drive employee engagement around our major breakthroughs.
- Drive increased employee awareness of AZC targets and delivery against targets.
- Deliver sustainability content and strong pull-through of sustainability story in AZ global internal comms, incl. quarterly results, end of year webcast, senior leader meetings, core strategy documents, etc.
- Work closely with Global Internal, Business Partnering, Regional, and SET area comms teams to reach employees in all parts of AZ.
- Ensure uptake and use of Sustainability Corporate Affairs materials, incl. best practice assets, resulting in consistent messaging.
- Manage external agency relationships.
10+ years working in the corporate affairs/communications field
Strategic communications background, with demonstrated results within a leading company or agency
Track record of leading internal campaigns, employee engagement and issues and crisis management for a complex enterprise with multiple partners
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Excellent writing skills
Strategic and creative problem solver able to see and leverage connections and improve the value of opportunities in outstanding and engaging ways
Proven track record of influencing colleagues and senior leaders across organizations
“Self-starter” with evidence of capability for matrix and cross-functional working
Ability to utilize channels for business benefit within resource limits
Desirable skills:- Pharmaceutical industry or multinational company experience
- Relevant vocational qualifications or equivalent experience
- Experience working in multiple markets
Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing.
Date Posted: 23-Apr-2024
Closing Date: 07-May-2024
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