Communications & Inclusion Manager

Fincantieri Marine Group has an opening for a Communications & Inclusion Manager in the Communications department at our Fincantieri Marine Group, Marinette location.

Fincantieri Marine Group is a main subsidiary of Fincantieri, a global organization with 20 shipyards across the world, a workforce of twenty thousand people and a mission to be world leaders in all segments that demand the very best in marine solutions. We strive to be the shipbuilder of choice in safety, quality, value and dependability by offering innovative and competitive maritime solutions tailored to our customers' needs.

Life at FMG

Fincantieri Marine Group has career opportunities at our three Wisconsin-based shipyards located at Marinette, Sturgeon Bay, and Green Bay, and our headquarters in Washington, D.C. We offer competitive wages, exceptional benefits with excellent premiums, and ample opportunities for advancement. And our large backlog provides the opportunity for long-term job security.

We are convinced that real change comes from the people who advocate it: people who are committed, dedicated and passionate about what they do help create the Company's future, the future of the sea, and their own future. We welcome those who thrive in a fast paced environment and aspire to develop, grow, and leave their mark on our shipbuilding history dating back more than 230 years.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for leading organizational change efforts to promote, implement and support diversity, equity and inclusion throughout Fincantieri Marine Group staff, programs, operations, public outreach/relations, and other critical functions within the organization.The Communications and Inclusion Manager's primary role is to ensure the company's culture and business practices, such as sourcing, communications, development, public relations and overall business strategy, are equitable and inclusive for all employees. This position will provide services and solutions to help grow a more engaged and inclusive work environment. This role will lead and manage diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives, as well as educate employees on DE&I best practices internally and provide oversight and collaborative with all levels of management in the Group. Manage company events across FMG, including but not limited to Employee Experience initiatives and ship milestone celebrations, incorporating DE&I and employee experience best practices.

Essential Skills and Functions

• Provide leadership around DEI community programming and education to ensure the delivery of training and resources that are responsive to the changing needs of marginalized populations.
• Collaborate with community partners of Fincantieri Business Units to establish and reaffirm relationships with marginalized communities to bridge services, education and connection within.
• Organize events and outreach activities, incorporating DEI best practices.
• Assess the impact of Fincantieri's practices, identify opportunities and lead change initiatives.
• Develop and maintain plans that encourage leaders to support, implement, and lead their own departments and business units on DEI matters.
• Provide cultural change to support FMG's ability to deepen its relationship and support of essential diverse segments across employees, customers and communities.
• Provide consultation to all levels of the organization as diversity and cultural competency issues arise.
• Lead efforts to ensure that diversity, equity and inclusion is addressed in policies, programs, operations, communications, strategic planning and decision-making processes.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of staff communications and training that enhance the organization's capacity to deliver culturally proficient services.
• Assist marketing, internal/external communications and other organizational resources in creating timely communications and activities in alignment with organizational values.
• Assist Human Resources and other department managers with inclusiveness in recruiting, marketing, and retention of underrepresented staff through communication and enhanced outreach.
• Support employee engagement surveys, eamployee action groups, pulse surveys, and focus groups. Drive continuous feedback and implementation of employee feedback into company events and initiatives.
• Responsible for supporting the annual affirmative action process associated to DE&I focus areas for the Group that includes; public relations, communications and partnerships.
• Manage high visibility events such as ship christening ceremonies, VIP visits, employee experience initiatives, and other events as necessary.
• Support the development of content for public affairs, marketing, and employee experience efforts.
• Knowledge of Communications and Engagement, Employment Law (EEO, ADA, AA, FMLA, etc.), HR Policy and Procedure, diversity and Inclusion and training of multiple disciplines
• Superior writing and editing skills, including ability to research and synthesize information into content that meets the target audience's needs and/or voice of author
• Strong organization, time management and productivity skills, including the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and awareness of, as well as commitment to, contemporary issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and access.
• Individuals must demonstrate great cultural and socioeconomic sensitivity to populations served
• Superb verbal and listening skills
• Interpersonal skills, Interviewing, Consulting, Negotiating
• Ability to communicate well at different levels of the organization
• Change priorities quickly
• Confront issues directly
• Work well as part of a team
• Work well under pressure
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional nights or weekends, according to business demands
• Must abide by and enforce all organizational policies and procedures
• Must have strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills
• Must have strong organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills
• Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor
• All employees are required to adhere to ISO and OHSAS policies established by FMG and shall have high values for safety awareness
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies, procedures, and applicable laws including but not limited to: interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems, and develop employees with the skills, abilities, competencies and values needed to achieve the Company goals
• Demonstrates leadership skills that align with the mission, vision, and values of the Company
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies

Fincantieri utilizes basic universal competencies for all employees that are consistent with our strategy, culture and values. Our competencies are intended to provide basic behavioral expectations for all roles and include the following:

• Open Mindset: Identify and analyze potential problems to implment effective solutions, adopting alternative perspectives and methods to improve processes, activities and tasks, embrace change and proactively seek development opportunities to acquire new skills
• Strategic Leadership: Lead toward shared and common goals while promoting a culture of trust, cohesion, follow through, and support, engaging with others and leveraging their peculiarities to successfully create value for the entire organization and promote development
• Accomplishment: Own projects and activities to achieve or exceed objectives, focus on priorities, time and budget constraints, resources and quality, embrace internal and external customer needs, expectations, and requirements to ensure maximum satisfaction
• Social Connection: Work interdependent and enhance collaboration between different teams, actively listen, communicate and share knowledge, embrace diversity and take value from all differences while promoting a culture of acceptance and inclusiveness

Leadership Competencies at Fincantieri Marine Group

At FMG, people leaders have the added responsibility of leading by example in communication, actions towards others, and performance output. We expect our leaders to spearhead an open feedback culture and promote empowerment across the organization by removing obstacles and resistance that arises from change, helping their teams manage uncertain situation, and staying focused on objectives with a positive attitude. Our leaders are empowered to take initiative and make the right decisions quickly, provided the resources to inspire and promote actions and initiatives, and encouraged to establish networks of links functional to the achievement of business goals.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stand or walk; use hands to handle materials or equipment; reach with hands and arms; stoop and kneel; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee's workspace is in a clean and comfortable climate-controlled setting with little to no exposure to the moving equipment, elements, extreme conditions, or risk of injury. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. When entering the shipyard, areas of the work environment may not be climate-controlled and there is exposure to moving equipment, etc.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, Business or Public Administration, Human Services, Employee Experience or related field and five years of experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Experience in managing DE&I organizational change efforts required
• Experience in photography, videography, and editing software required
• Experience and working knowledge of the diversity/cultural competency field and lived bicultural experience preferred.
• Bilingual (English -- Spanish) preferred
• Expertise in implicit bias training and assessment preferred
• Diversity and Inclusion Certification and/or Training, Project Management, Process Improvement, or Change Management preferred
• Experience with digital content management systems and social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, etc. preferred
• Experience in US military events and protocol best practices preferred
• Professional event management training or certification preffered
• Knowledge and experience with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, including Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva preferred
• Proficient in Communications and PR software including AirTable, Survey Monkey, and Staffbase preferred

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the work environment, knowledge, skill, ability, and physical demands that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities of the particular position. Other duties may apply. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

Fincantieri Marine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and promotes a Drug Free Work Environment. Minorities, Women, Veterans and Disabled are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, Business or Public Administration, Human Services, Employee Experience or related field and five years of experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Experience in managing DE&I organizational change efforts required
• Experience in photography, videography, and editing software required
• Experience and working knowledge of the diversity/cultural competency field and lived bicultural experience preferred.
• Bilingual (English -- Spanish) preferred
• Expertise in implicit bias training and assessment preferred
• Diversity and Inclusion Certification and/or Training, Project Management, Process Improvement, or Change Management preferred
• Experience with digital content management systems and social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, etc. preferred
• Experience in US military events and protocol best practices preferred
• Professional event management training or certification preffered
• Knowledge and experience with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, including Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva preferred
• Proficient in Communications and PR software including AirTable, Survey Monkey, and Staffbase preferred