Who are we?Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, operating over 250 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals. A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. Communication Senior SpecialistJob SummaryEquinix is a company anchored in a strong sense of purpose - to be the platform where the world comes together, enabling the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet. Together as a company, we enable what matters and what’s next.Core to this purpose is a strong sense of community, belonging, diversity and inclusiveness. We’re looking for a communications specialist to help us craft communications plans and messaging that deliver impact to the organization in support of our Community & Belonging team which includes Community Impact, the Equinix Foundation, DIB (Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging), and Wellbeing. As a Communications Specialist supporting our Community and Belonging strategy, you will create content and execute plans that inform, inspire and bring to life our vision of creating a place where all employees can say I’m safe, I belong, and I matter.ResponsibilitiesCommunications Planning:Assists in the development and maintenance of a strategic communications plan, taking the lead on various deliverables or plans as assigned by leadershipProactively identifies potential roadblocks or conflicts and escalates as neededContent Creation/ ManagementIndependently creates content targeting key audiences which includes writing and copyeditingDevelops compelling storylines and written materials for internal and external audiencesWrites stories about events and employees for inclusion in our Community and Belonging newsletter, internal websites, and internal social channelsContributes to quarterly newsletter compilation and distribution processWorks directly with employees to write their personal stories and brings them to life for internal blog seriesResearches, consolidates, and analyzes information to build captivating presentationsEnsures content approval processes and timelines are defined and followedCreates content for external social media channelsIncorporates visual storytelling into work productUtilizes best practices for inclusive, global communicationsProject ManagementCoordinates and monitors projects from start to completion (e.g., sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, monitors and summarizes progress of project, conducts meetings)Communication Platform ManagementPublishes and updates content utilizing various communication platforms as needed including intranet, Viva Engage channels, and communications distribution tool, PoppuloEscalates platform issues as neededStakeholder Management and CommunicationDevelops relationships with key stakeholders throughout the company and collaborates closely with themReporting and MetricsDesigns, produces and distributes management reports on relevant metricsAnalyzes and conveys meaningful recommendations based on survey dataQualifications3+ years of experience in executive, employee, and/or internal communications, with a global organizationBachelor's degree requiredExcellent writing, editing, and proofreading skillsStrong Powerpoint skillsVideo and graphic design skills a plusExperience in assisting in developing plans, implementation, and content creationExperience working cross-functionally with employees and leadersExperience producing or supporting communications across a variety of channels including newsletters, videos, social mediaPassion for diversity, inclusion, sustainability, community impact, wellbeing, and the overall betterment of societyAbility to work in an agile and rapidly changing environmentAttentive to detailA self-motivated collaborator who is comfortable working independently but also comfortable reaching out to others for support and feedbackCurious, innovative, creativeEquinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form. Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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