Communications Manager Gas & Low Carbon Energy

• Develop implement and execute a robust communications plan for bp’s gas and low carbon business
• Develop content / materials as an expert writer on bp businesses, issues faced by the energy industry and the energy transition – as bp engages with its stakeholders and mobilizes their support.

Focus areas of work will include:

• Deployed communications resource for key bp entities, including G&LCE, RC&S, GBS, I&E etc.
• Develop and implement a strategic communications plan to foster a favorable internal / external environment for also promote bp’s net zero ambition.
• Writing / content development
• Energising our employees, aligning them with our values, ambition and strategy.
• Build reputation and value with external stakeholders, developing and communicating a narrative in line with both local and global priortities.
• Lead all internal / external communications content, channels, crisis communications (including preparedness) for Gas and Low Carbon businesses, leveraging smart brevity and digital.
• Support the wider C&EA team for wider India communications, especially as a subject matter expert on internal communications, events and conferences.
• Work closely with all bp entities and the C&A team to enhance bp’s reputation and brand in support of our purpose and ambition, delivering a coherent narrative for bp in India.

Key Results/ Accountabilities:-
The Communications manager, Gas & low carbon energy will support the Head of Communications in:

• Building bp’s reputation as a preferred partner in meeting India’s energy demand and transition to low carbon energy solutions.
• Work closely with the bp entities in which the individual is deployed to drive their business objectives and support all their communications requirements.

Key result areas will include:-

• Develop a strategic communications plan – identify target audiences (media, partners, consumers, employees etc.), devise and implement a strategic communication plan to engage / influence them.
• Implement internal / external communication campaigns in India, in support of bp’s strategy and furthering its business interests and reputation in India
  • Promote bp’s Net Zero ambition with audiences
  • Support communications requirements to build / grow the existing gas value chain business and new areas such as Hydrogen, CCUS, Biofuels etc. if and when bp ventures into these areas
  • Develop and execute local campaigns as and when needed.
• SPA for all communications within deployed entities, including print and digital channels.
  • Refresh and update the bp internet and intranet on an ongoing basis.
  • Pursue new and creative ways of communications / employee engagement, leveraging digital and agile practices.
• Develop expert communications content for all bp engagements in support of bp in India
  • Messaging and content creation on key issues like carbon pricing, replacement of high emitting fuels to gas / renewables (and related health benefits), future of mobility etc.
  • Work closely with the policy and regulatory team to develop briefing notes / speaking materials aligned with bp’s businesses and its net zero ambition – in line with approved global positions.
  • Support content development / engagement via bp digital channels, including the social media.

Additional responsibilities:-

• Support C&A team in developing content for various bp’s activities in India
• Support other business entities, integrators or enablers, especially as RC&S, I&E or GBS ramp up their footprint in the country.
• Support crisis comms activities, working closely with the Indian leadership and head of communications.

Educational background:-

• A Bachelors degree in communications or a related discipline.
• An MBA or an advanced degree in Communications or a related discipline will be an advantage.

Experience (years and nature):-

• Professional with ~10 years of relevant experience
• International or local energy companies, with a sound understanding of issues faced in oil, gas value chain, petroleum products, renewables and issues related to climate change, energy transition etc. will be preferred.
• Track record in communications or advocacy in the Indian energy sector

Other:-

• Excellent written & verbal communications / writing skills
• Go-getter, who can manage multiple priorities / deliver to business needs with maturity and judgement
• Excellent interpersonal skills, inclusive style and strong personal impact.
• Keen networker, with an ability to work with local / global cross business / functional teams
• The incumbent should ideally have a strong potential for further growth within bp.

Location:-

• Mumbai, Maharashtra.

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