Communications Manager for North Carolina Office – Position Closed

About the job

The Consortium for Battery Innovation, a rapidly growing global battery research consortium is looking to appoint an experienced communication manager to support our corporate communications programme, handling the full range of disciplines including external, digital and member/internal communications.

The role will report to the CBI Director, and is an opportunity to help deliver and influence a wide range of innovative communications projects and campaigns in Europe, the US, Asia and Africa. The post will be based from the CBI office in Durham, North Carolina.

Job Title Communications Manager

Location Durham, North Carolina preferred

Contract Initial contract 18 months

Hours 35 (full time)

Required Qualifications

• Graduate-level education, ideally with a professional qualification in public relations and/or marketing
• Minimum three years’ experience in a similar senior role or with a substantial communications background. An experienced communications professional with demonstrable writing ability and strong digital skills, you are highly literate and able to produce accurate, clear and effective content.
• A strategic thinker who is both highly diplomatic, professional and ambitious
• Excellent presentational skills
• A proactive and enthusiastic manner
• Good administrative skills

Job Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of CBI’s Communications and Marketing Programs
• Manage all aspects of member and internal communications in support of CBI’s communications and associated activities.
• Manage relationships with agencies and other suppliers including communications and public affairs agencies, digital specialists and publishers.
• Co-ordinate and manage communications campaign activity working with internal and external stakeholders
• Research and write stories and material online and other outlets, including news releases for relevant media outlets
• Build media relationships and secure coverage
• Devise and deliver innovative digital and social media strategies in support of campaigns and projects.
• Produce high quality, well-written and accurate communications content for a range of audiences and channels.
• Promote and present CBI work at high profile conferences and events.
• Develop relationships with the lead battery industry with the aim of increasing CBI membership.
• Assist CBI team in delivering events and workshops in support of CBI projects and programs.
• Ensure communications projects achieve a high level of professional delivery and consistency of brand and messaging

This role will involve regular North American travel and occasional European and Asian travel (15-25% time)

Compensation

The salary and benefits package will be commensurate with education and experience.

About CBI

The Consortium for Battery Innovation is a global innovation hub which supports cutting-edge pre-competitive research and promotion of innovation in lead battery technology. The consortium includes more than 100 member companies and organizations worldwide, consisting of lead producers, battery manufacturers, battery users, materials suppliers and research institutions.

The candidate would be joining a vibrant and dedicated team, with offices in North Carolina, and London. More information can be found here.

Application

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter to info@batteryinnovation.org by October 21, 2022.

We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of ethnic origin, national origin, gender, race, color, religious beliefs, disability, sexual orientation or age.