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Director (m/f/d) Communications - Central Europe

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DP World

30d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Marketing
  • Duisburg

AI generated summary

  • You need 10+ years in communications, strong regional media knowledge, collaboration skills, fluency in English and another language (German preferred), and a proactive, results-driven approach.
  • You will implement communication strategies, collaborate across functions, engage employees, manage external agencies, and lead crisis communications while promoting a unified brand in Central Europe.

Requirements

  • 10+ years in communications, preferably in a leadership role
  • Strong knowledge of the regional media landscape; industry experience within logistics preferred, especially in automotive and chemicals.
  • Proven record of collaboration in a matrix organisation
  • Exceptional oral and written skills
  • Track record in communications, marketing, internal and media relations, partnerships and events
  • Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
  • Hands-on approach; adaptable and results-driven self-starter
  • Fluency in English, plus at least one other European language – German strongly preferred

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with all Central European countries to develop and implement One DP World solutions
  • Promote DP World’s ‘end-to-end’ logistics proposition
  • Work closely with Marketing, HR, IT, Operations and other functions as required
  • Collaborate with the Head office, Regional Office and the three other DP World Europe subregions – North, West and East
  • Partner with all functional leads in the DP World Europe communications team
  • Develop and implement internal Communications that deepen employee engagement
  • Develop and implement external communications that promote DP World Europe’s agenda and protect its reputation
  • Maintain a focus on customers and adapt communications to priority sectors by country
  • Develop the Central Europe leadership team into SMEs in their respective fields
  • Foster thought leadership on the future of trade, innovation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion
  • Develop a Central Europe communications strategy aligned with DP World's global and regional aims
  • Implement a unified 'One DP World' brand and reputation plan across all countries
  • Lead all Communication centres of excellence within Central Europe
  • Upgrade the reach and quality of Internal Communications to build a greater sense of ‘One DP World’
  • Ensure brand compliance through the line
  • Improve Business Communications and align closely with the initiatives of the emerging Global Marketing organisation
  • Blend global and regional campaigns with locally relevant insight and initiatives
  • Manage external agencies, suppliers, and contractors to ensure value for money
  • Build and maintain an actionable dashboard to measure performance, refine planning, and track ROI
  • Lead on Central Europe crisis communications
  • Collaborate with HSSEQ on risk register consolidation
  • Manage regulatory changes as they arise

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Director Communications position?

The primary responsibility is to enhance brand value, reputation, and trust for DP World in Central Europe by leading both internal and external communications, including social and digital media, sports partnerships, and events.

What countries will the Director Communications be responsible for?

The Director Communications will be responsible for Germany, Poland, Switzerland, Hungary, Slovakia, Czechia, and Austria.

Who will the Director Communications report to?

The Director Communications will report to the Vice President of Communications in Europe, with a secondary reporting line to the Central Europe Executive Vice President.

What key skills are required for this position?

Key skills required include 10+ years in communications (preferably in a leadership role), strong knowledge of the regional media landscape, exceptional oral and written skills, and fluency in English plus at least one other European language, with German strongly preferred.

Will the incumbent be involved in crisis communications?

Yes, the incumbent will lead on Central Europe crisis communications and collaborate with HSSEQ on risk register consolidation.

How is success measured in this role?

Success is measured through an actionable dashboard to track performance, refine planning, and measure ROI for communications initiatives.

Is industry experience in logistics preferred for this role?

Yes, industry experience within logistics is preferred, especially in sectors such as automotive and chemicals.

What collaborative opportunities will this role provide?

The Director Communications will collaborate with the Central European leadership team, Marketing, HR, IT, Operations, and other functions, as well as the head office and other DP World Europe subregions.

Is a hands-on approach important for this position?

Yes, a hands-on approach is important, along with being adaptable and a results-driven self-starter.

Does DP World promote diversity in the workplace?

Yes, DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and believes that employing a diverse workforce is central to their success.

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DP World

We make trade flow, to change what’s possible for everyone.

Transportation
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2005
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We exist to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 103,000 employees spanning 75 countries on six continents. We are pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses – Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades. We make trade flow, to change what’s possible for everyone.