Head of Corporate Communications

Over 50 years, 62 projects & approx. + million sq. ft. under development, we have won the trust of 10000+ customers. We not only create premium residential and commercial projects but deliver novel experiences anchored in our values of trust, quality, customer first and innovation. Driven by our philosophy of ‘Let’s Outdo’ we strive for excellence and aim to not just meet the expectations of our customers but to surpass them.

After 5 decades of unwavering commitment towards putting customers first our footprint spans Pune, Goa, and Bengaluru. We have also entered the international market with projects in California, San Francisco, USA, thus creating a global presence.

Gera Developments Pvt Ltd is the only Developer to be in the top 10 Mid-size Organisations 6 times in a row in the Great Places to work Mid-Size Companies. Year 2024-24 has been remarkable for us as we rank at #+ in Best Mid-size workplaces, India and at 60th in Best Mid-size workplaces, Asia, along with being recognised for Building a Culture of Innovation by all, Best Workplaces for Millennials, Best Workplaces for Woman, which is a testimony to our people practices.

Most Ethical Companies to work for in Real Estate by World HRD Congress 2017, launched India's first ChildCentric® Homes, delivered the first housing project built by an all-women project team, introduced India's first 7-year warranty in real estate (also the first to introduce 5-year warranty way back in 2004). We take pride in providing an Innovative, Transparent, Inclusive, Rewarding, Developing, High growth environment as part of our organization culture.

We are looking for Head - Corporate Communication who would take care of the role mentioned below. If you feel you have the ability to challenge yourself and want to be ahead of the League, welcome to the world of OUTDOER’s

Job description :
• Increase the company's brand value by determining the communication content and to design and implement the communication strategy to disseminate the content through the various channels that include digital and social media channels and niche communications, in person interactions, PR, print and outdoor.
• Actively engage, cultivate, and manage press relationships to secure coverage surrounding the programmes, special events, public announcements, and other projects.
• Proactively identify opportunities for engagement and influence by being current with developments that relate to all key stakeholders and partners.
• Anticipate reputational risk issues and develop and implement appropriate communication actions.
• Lead on the development, implementation and monitoring of the brand guidelines.
• Work with senior management and the Corp. Comm team to determine the areas where the institution can create, impact publication of materials, and participation in selected public speaking events.
• Manage the external surveys that evaluate the attitudes, opinions and aspirations of the stakeholders and partners.
• Review the governance standards and operational protocols for the sign-off on all corporate communications emanating from the institution, to ensure that quality assurance is maintained, and brand guidelines are adhered to.
• Develop a calendar for external speaking engagements for key personnel and assist in the preparation of speeches for senior executives.
• Work with management to develop internal communication programmes and processes required to support organisational change and employee engagement initiatives.
• Develop and/or conduct media and communications training for colleagues.
• Build a communications team that can ‘take charge’ of key deliverables.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

The Head - Corporate Communications should have a strong result- and performance-orientation and embody and encourage best practices, creativity, and innovation. Strong leadership skills and demonstrated talent for fostering an empowered work environment are critical for success in this role.

Technical Grounding and Expertise

The successful candidate must have:
• Master’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related field.
• Significant management experience in mass communications and/or public relations within a collaborative environment with 12+ years experience of which at least four (4) years at a management level
• Exceptional research, writing, editing, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong diplomatic and persuasive skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage reputational risk.
• A successful track record of managing new media and digital channels, including website development.
• Proven record of forging strong and effective relationships within the media environment and with internal stakeholders.

Behavioural Competencies :

Candidate should demonstrate the following behavioural competencies -
• Strong analytical & decision-making skills,
• Should be effective in managing change,
• Should have a very high customer focus,
• Should be effective in managing performance,
• Should have strong ability of developing self & others.
• Should be apt at collaboration across teams,
• Should practice inclusiveness,
• Should be highly result orientation,
• Should be high on personal integrity,
• Should be high on personal drive.

In addition to the above, the Head - Corporate Communications must demonstrate strong proficiency in the following competencies as well:
• Ability to develop strategies, plans and programmes to address complex corporate issues, recognizing complexity and uncertainty, and to evaluate the impact of those strategies.
• A strong understanding of the various social media platforms and their attributes.
• Ability to lead others in assuring existing or new, upcoming communication tools and media channels are fully leveraged to assure proper communication.
• Ability to rewrite or edit complex communications products for purposeful structure, clarity of ideas, and the logical persuasive presentation of content.
• Ability to grasp complex technical concepts for effective communication.
• Ability to manage multiple, high level and visible projects.
• Adept at establishing rapport with diverse internal and external partners.

Organisational Competencies
• Candidates are also assessed on the competencies listed above within our recruitment process to benchmark their skills and behaviours. The successful candidate should have a high level of proficiency in these competencies:

Leadership:
• Strategic Focus, Stress Management, Building Strategic Partnerships, Inspiring Trust, Fostering Creativity, Knowledge Capture and Sharing, Resiliency, Negotiating and Dialogue.

Core:
• A Strong Client Focus, Drive for Continuous Development, Excellent Communication Skills.

If you love 'OUTDOING', this is the place to be