Manager, Corporate Communications

Description
Company Overview
Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world.
Nabors is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. To learn more about our Fair Employment practices, please refer to the Nabors Code of Conduct.
JOB SUMMARY
At Nabors, we believe the future of energy is digital, automated and lower carbon.
Nabors sits at the convergence of these exciting industry mega trends. Recognized for making some of the biggest technological leaps in oil and gas operations - including deploying the world's first fully robotic land drilling rigs - we are also pursuing new and emerging opportunities in clean energy, such as geothermal, concentrated solar power, energy storage, hydrogen, advanced materials and more. As Manager, Corporate Communications, the candidate will create and drive a strategic, omni-channel communications program that enhances and protects Nabors' reputation as an energy technology leader and employer of choice.
Under the direction of the Senior Director, Marketing, Communications & Public Relations, the candidate will manage the day-to-day external and internal communications efforts for Nabors, including media relations, content and distribution strategy and issues/crisis responses, as needed.
The candidate may also contribute to the organization's broader sustainability and community relations programs.
Join us as we innovate the future of energy!
Qualifications
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic

• Develop and execute communications strategies to meet business and reputational goals and elevate our narrative
• Ensure message alignment across the organization and with key stakeholders (IR, HR, etc.)
• Track, measure and report program KPIs on a regular cadence

Media Relations

• Manage media inquiries and identify pro-active opportunities to engage in the current media cycle
• Draft and distribute media statements and news releases, as well as develop briefing documents, talking points, Q&As and other preparatory communications materials
• Prepare spokespeople for interviews and facilitate media trainings
• Foster relationships with energy reporters
• Lead media monitoring and reporting

Content Hub & Social Media

• Work with the Communications Specialist to plan and publish content on Nabors' internal and external channels
• Highlight corporate initiatives, strategies and recognitions, employee successes and contributions and more (requires partnering closely with HR, operations and/or other departments)
• Occasionally write or edit executive memos, corporate webpages, marketing brochures and other content as needed

• Collaborate with marketing leads to plan, manage and contribute to an enterprise-wide social media calendar

Speaking Engagement, Corporate Events & Awards

• Maintain calendar of upcoming events and award opportunities
• Secure speaking opportunities for leadership at prominent industry events (not trade or product related)
• Prepare speakers
• Write and manage award submissions
• Plan and manage certain corporate events, including BBQs, Safety Days, Customer Days and charitable giving events

Crisis & Issues Communications Response

• Refine procedures and response plans
• Provide writing, media and media monitoring support
• Coordinate and host crisis communications trainings

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Public Affairs, Marketing, Business or a related field
• Minimum 10 years of experience working in Communications, either in agency or in-house corporate
• Experience in public relations, employee/internal communication, media relations, corporate affairs, external affairs & employee engagement
• Prior experience supporting senior executives and working with media
• Energy or industrials experience is a plus
• Exceptional writing, editing and proofing capabilities with fluency in AP Style
• Strong aptitude for project management, including researching, planning, organizing, directing and implementing communication projects
• Demonstrates teamwork and communications skills in working with all communications team members, keeping them informed, following-up on opportunities, sharing responsibilities across functional boundaries
• Deep understanding of traditional and new, digital communications tactics
• Proficiency with measurement tools, monitoring platforms and media databases
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
Analytical Thinking
Interpret, link, and analyze information in order to understand complex issues
Adaptability
Adjust own behaviors to work efficiently and effectively in light of new information, changing situations, and/or different environments. Ability to quickly learn Nabors software systems
Customer Focus
Understand internal/external customer needs and concerns in the short to long-term, and provide sound recommendations and or/or solutions
Communication
Listen to others and communicate effectively in a manner that fosters open communication. Strong presentation and communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to effectively communicate with senior leaders internally and with internal/external customers
Accountability
Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for mistakes. Complies with established control systems and rules.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Witten Communication
Advanced writing skills, ability to write free of punctuation or grammatical errors. Clear, concise with the ability to write quickly, clearly and correctly. Targeted audience easily understands writing and is formatted correctly for the delivery method.
Project Management
The application of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to project activities in order to meet or exceed stakeholder needs and expectations from the project.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS

• Office environment, able to work off site as needed
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform essential duties of the position. The requirements above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and use hands. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision and distance vision.