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H-E-B · 22 hours ago

Public Affairs Manager, Gulf Coast Region

Corpus Christi, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

H-E-B is a prominent company seeking a Public Affairs Manager for the Gulf Coast region. This role focuses on developing and directing public affairs strategies and enhancing community involvement for H-E-B's stores.

Retail

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Coordinates and delivers internal and external Corporate Public Affairs programs and events

Provides creative input into the development of the company's overall public affairs goals

Creates and develops H-E-B public affairs materials, including press releases and correspondence, independently

Sets program goals and objectives and manages for success to meet stated objectives

Works with outside contractors and agencies to design key collateral materials

Develops editorial content for internal and external publications

Represents the company at key functions and events and serves as news media spokesperson within defined parameters, serving on task forces and/or committees as needed

Manages volunteer activities for the company

Maintains good relationships in the community including both public and private sectors and non-profit organizations

Plans and conduct special events and signature community programs including planning, logistics, and measurements of success to meet stated objectives

Manages third-party vendor and contractor relationships to include outside public relations consultants

Facilitates meetings and project teams

Qualification

Public Affairs ManagementPublic SpeakingWriting SkillsStakeholder NetworkingEvent PlanningInterpersonal SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Career individual contributor in a professional role

Works independently, receiving general instructions on new assignments, and a review of outcomes for technical soundness

Possesses complete knowledge of role

Applies a broad range of theories, concepts, principles, and methodologies to assignments containing some elements of complexity

Majority of work is spent both independently planning and completing the design, implementation, and/or delivery of processes, programs, and/or policies

Networks with more senior internal and external stakeholders who may be unfamiliar with the area of specialty

Bachelor's degree or additional role-relevant experience

History of working relationships with public officials (municipal, county, state, federal)

Understanding of operational functions of non-profit, government, non-government, and other civic organizations

Familiarity with what's needed to manage outside public relations, advertising, and promotional contractors

Advanced public speaking, presentation, and writing skills

Advanced interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a team environment