Are you passionate about creating impactful internal communications and enhancing employee engagement? We are looking for a talented Worldwide HR Communication Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing internal communication strategies that support HR initiatives across our global locations. You will collaborate with HR leaders, the corporate Marketing team, and employees to ensure consistent, clear, and effective communication aligned with our company’s mission and values1. If you are seeking an opportunity to join an incredible team, work in a positive environment, and play a vital role in supporting our culture, this may be the role for you!
The ideal candidate will possess 5+ years experience in communications and/or employee engagement within a global organization and possess the ability to work successfully across cultures.
This position is located at our worldwide headquarters in Des Moines, IA or remotely anywhere in the United States.
We Are Kemin
We are visionaries who see things differently and are inspired by the world around us. We have been dedicated to using applied science to improve the quality of life for over half a century. Committed to feed and food safety, Kemin maintains top-of-the-line manufacturing facilities where over 500 specialty ingredients are made for humans and animals in the global feed and food industries, as well as the health, nutrition, and textile markets. We provide product solutions and options to customers in more than 120 countries.
A privately held, family-owned and operated company, Kemin has more than 2,800 global employees including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, India, Italy, Russia, Singapore, South Africa and the United States.
We offer:
A competitive financial package- in addition to your salary, we offer an uncapped bonus opportunity, 401k match program, and paid vacation and holidays.Robust health and wellness support- we are proud to offer a fitness reimbursement (for your whole family!), an on-site fitness center, restaurant with seasonal fresh food options (and the ability to order food to bring home), and free fresh fruit in break areas- to name a few. Continued learning opportunities- Kemin offers tuition reimbursement and recently launched a corporate university with online and in-person training opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career. The chance to give back to our world- Through our foundation of servant leadership, we are proud to offer ample service opportunities, including paid time off to do so. Kemin has a valued corporate partnership with both The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, in addition to many local initiatives.Opportunities to support our valued educators- Kemin is a proud sponsor of the Iowa Governor's Stem Advisory Council where we fund annual teacher's awards. In addition, we have a robust internship and externship program, and frequently host student tours.
Responsibilities Partner with HR leaders to develop communication strategies across the employee life cycle, including employer branding, recruitment, onboarding, engagement, development & training, succession, and performance management.Work across multiple media platforms to design engaging communication materials including audio, video, print, and digital.Design and implement an internal HR branding strategy. Partner with corporate Marketing and Talent Acquisition to promote Kemin as Employer of Choice.Design and write content for social media sites, as part of Kemin's employer branding strategy.Manage multiple communication campaigns at once, developing, maintaining and implementing each one according to well established timelines.Propose and implement the communication content and planning in support of employee recognition, engagement surveys, and corporate culture initiatives.Advise HR leadership on communication strategies and best practices. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in communications and/or employee engagement within a global organization; high potential candidates with slightly less experience may be considered for a comparable role.Strong writing, editing, and content creation skills with a keen eye for detail.Experience with internal communication platforms (e.g., SharePoint, intranet, or collaboration tools such as MS Teams or Slack).Ability to work across cultures, with strong intercultural communication skills.Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and experience with design and video editing tools is a plus.
Kemin is an equal opportunity employer, and all reasonable accommodations will be considered.
Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus.
A post-offer background check and drug screen is required. Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.
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