Communications Expert — Hydrogen Group, Oakland, CA

Executive Communications Advisor - Technology & Corporate Security

LOCATION: Oakland, CA - Hybrid (Tuesday and Wednesday onsite)

DURATION: 12 month contract

PAY: 82-87 USD per hour

Job Responsibilities:

In this role, you will provide strategic communications support to PG&E's Executive Vice President of Information Technology & Corporate Security. You will serve as a trusted communications advisor and lead writer, translating complex technology, cybersecurity, operational, and organizational topics into clear, engaging, and credible messaging for internal and external audiences.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising the EVP on communications strategy, positioning, key messaging, opportunities, and potential risks.

• Developing executive communications, including speeches, scripts, talking points, presentations, briefings, and Q&A materials.

• Translating complex topics related to technology, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), data, and corporate security into accessible messaging.

• Leading internal employee and change communications related to business transformation, modernization, productivity, and organizational initiatives.

• Developing external thought leadership content, including LinkedIn posts and other executive communications.

• Partnering with Marketing & Communications, Executive Communications, and Social Media teams to coordinate external messaging, public speaking engagements, and social media activities.

• Preparing the EVP for high-profile engagements through briefing materials, presentation rehearsals, coaching, and rapid-response communications support.

• Collaborating with the Chief of Staff, executive leadership team, and communications partners to ensure consistent messaging and successful execution of communications initiatives.

Essential Duties and Job Functions:

• Develop and execute strategic communications plans that support executive priorities and broader organizational objectives.

• Serve as a trusted communications advisor to the EVP, providing guidance on messaging, positioning, and communication strategies.

• Research, write, edit, and refine executive-level speeches, presentations, scripts, talking points, and briefing documents.

• Translate complex technical and business concepts into clear, concise, and compelling communications for diverse audiences.

• Create messaging related to enterprise technology, cybersecurity, corporate security, AI, data, and operational initiatives.

• Lead coworker communications and messaging strategies to support organizational transformation and change management initiatives.

• Develop executive thought leadership content, including articles, LinkedIn posts, and external-facing communications.

• Coordinate with internal communications, marketing, social media, and public affairs teams to ensure alignment across communication channels.

• Prepare executive briefing materials, anticipated questions and answers, and key messaging for high-visibility meetings and speaking engagements.

• Provide executive presentation coaching, rehearsal support, and real-time communications assistance as needed.

• Support rapid-response communications and sensitive issues by developing timely, accurate, and appropriate messaging.

• Maintain consistency, accuracy, and credibility across all executive communications.

• Manage multiple projects and competing priorities while consistently delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.

• Exercise sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential, sensitive, or high-profile organizational matters.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling, and presentation development skills.

• Strong executive communications and strategic messaging expertise.

• Ability to simplify complex technical, business, and operational information for a variety of audiences.

• Excellent verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.

• Strong executive presence and the ability to confidently advise and collaborate with senior leadership.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and experience developing executive-level presentations.

• Strong understanding of corporate communications, internal communications, and external communications strategies.

• Knowledge of technology, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), data, and digital transformation concepts.

• Experience developing speeches, executive talking points, briefing materials, and thought leadership content.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

• Excellent judgment, discretion, and the ability to navigate sensitive or confidential issues.

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, highly visible environment.

• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with executive leadership, communications teams, and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Familiarity with social media platforms and executive branding strategies.

• Understanding of responsible generative AI usage in communications is preferred.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Marketing, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant work experience.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in executive communications, corporate communications, public affairs, journalism, or a related communications field.

• Demonstrated experience supporting senior executives within a complex organization.

• Proven ability to develop executive-level messaging, speeches, presentations, and strategic communications materials.

• Experience communicating complex business, technical, or operational topics to diverse audiences.

• Experience supporting a CIO, CTO, CISO, corporate security leader, or other senior technology executive is highly desirable.

• Background in enterprise technology, cybersecurity, digital transformation, AI, data, or operational technology is preferred.

• Experience with executive coaching, external thought leadership, social media communications, and major organizational change initiatives is a plus.

• Experience working in regulated industries, infrastructure, energy, utilities, or technology environments is highly desirable.

• Familiarity with the responsible use of generative AI tools is preferred.

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