Job description
Are you known for exceeding expectations? Do you embrace the Spirit of Hawai‘i? Then please keep reading because we’re looking for people like you at Hawaiian Host Group.
Who are we? Hawaiian Host Group (HHG) is a leading Hawai‘i-based consumer goods company with a portfolio of brands that includes Hawaiian Host®, Mauna Loa®, MacFarms®, KOHO®, and Royal Hawaiian Orchards®. Sold in over 23 countries, HHG produces a suite of products ranging from flavored macadamia nuts to artisan chocolates, and macadamia milk-based ice cream. Our dedicated team of Hosts of Hawai‘i is spread across its headquarters in Honolulu and offices in Hilo, Kona, Los Angeles, and Tokyo. HHG has manufacturing plants in Honolulu and Kea‘au, as well as Hawai‘i’s largest single macadamia farm.
We are an excited team of people that all have one vision in common: sharing the Spirit of Hawai‘i with the world. Expect camaraderie, product tastings, and other (virtual and in-person) events that make our culture unique. And more importantly, know that your work contributes to our purpose; to make the Islands’ future flourish. We do this through our Takitani foundation that grants scholarships to deserving local students, our solar farm on the Big Island, and other social & environmental initiatives.
That’s enough about us for now, we’d love to learn more about you. Read the job description below and let us know if you’re interested. We can’t wait to meet you!
As the Corporate Communications Manager, you will be responsible for co-developing and implementing the external communication strategy for Hawaiian Host Group. You will work closely with senior leaders to create and execute communications plans that promote the company's image and messaging to external audiences. You will also be responsible for managing the company's media relations, public relations, and other communications channels. This position will be based out of our headquarters in Downtown Honolulu and will report to the Director of Corporate Brand Strategy.
Essential Functions:
- Co-develop and implement an external communication strategy that aligns with the company's goals and values.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with media contacts, key community members, legislators, and other stakeholders.
- Create and distribute press releases, media alerts, and other communications materials.
- Monitor media coverage, industry news, legislative action, and provide timely responses to media inquiries.
- Plan and manage media events, press conferences, and other media-related activities.
- Co-develop the company's Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy and manage its initiatives – including but not limited to charitable donations, volunteer programs, and sustainability efforts.
- Help provide media training to key company spokespersons.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging across all communication channels.
- Co-manage external communication budgets and resources effectively.
- Collaborate with the Corporate Communications Team on internal communications initiatives and events.
- Co-develop and implement comprehensive social media strategies that align with the organization's overall communications goals.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Regular attendance is required for the position.
Education, Experience and Skills Required:
- Four (4) years of experience in strategic communications/marketing or a related field is required.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, or related field is required (Master’s Degree is a plus).
- Superior writing skills & experience across different communication channels – internal/external, print/online, and social media.
- Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with a broad range of audiences.
- Strong project management skills, including proactivity, the ability to prioritize, and meeting deadlines.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks at once while paying attention to detail.
- Problem solving, creative thinking, and results-orientation.
- Awareness and understanding of the Hawaiian culture, the local media landscape and business community.
- Ability to use tact and professionalism in all settings.
- Ability to effortlessly use Microsoft Office tools such as Word & PowerPoint (with a basic understanding of Excel) and effectively use social media platforms from a company standpoint.
Preferred Skills:
- Ability to use Photoshop and InDesign is a plus.
- Ability to edit videos is a plus.
- CPG experience is a plus.
Physical Demands:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to sit; use finger dexterity; use vision and hearing; use eye-hand coordination; frequently required to stand; walk; occasionally required to pull less than 25 pounds; lift 25-50 pound; carry 25-50 pounds; stair climb; bend; forward reach; overhead reach; grasp handle; seldom required to push; squat; kneel; stoop; crouch; twist; side bend.
Communication Demands:
- The position requires constant talking to co-workers; written communication to co-workers; talking on the telephone; responding to written or verbal requests of co-workers; training/giving verbal instructions; writing/composing written language; reading; frequently requires talking to customers; written communication to customers.
- Talking to outside trade persons/vendors; written communication to outside trade persons/vendors; receiving verbal instructions; receiving written instructions; occasionally visit/work at different worksites.
Work Environment:
- Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- 1) While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions.
- 2) The noise level in the work environment is usually light.
Hawaiian Host Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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