DKMS gGmbH

A good job can make such a big difference. With us, even second chances at life!

As an international non-profit organisation, our goal is to give as many blood cancer patients around the world as possible a second chance at life and to provide access to transplantation. In order to help even more patients, we need regular reinforcement from committed and highly qualified employees with personality. In a worldwide network of around 1,000 DKMS colleagues, we would like to continue working towards this goal together with you and over 11,5 million registered donors.

For our Global Reputation Management department in Cologne we are looking for an

International PR & Communications Manager (m/f/d)

YOUR TASKS:

  • Interface function between national departments and Global Corporate Communications team in the area of PR & Communications
  • Development and establishment of quality standards and international guidelines
  • Consulting and support of DKMS locations in the development and implementation of PR concepts & communication strategies
  • Creation and implementation of PR concepts and communication strategies in the area of global corporate communications
  • Development of DKMS key messages to ensure consistent branding and communication internationally
  • Conducting training for new and existing employees in the area of PR & communications
  • Supporting international crisis communication
  • Creating and editing editorial content, statements and speeches for international use, both internally and externally - primarily in the English language
  • Ability to convey medical/scientific topics in an easily digestible language for the general public
  • Steering and coordination of international projects

OUR REQUIREMENTS:

  • Successfully completed studies (master's degree/diploma) with a focus on communication science or comparable qualification
  • At least 4 years of relevant professional experience
  • Experience in an international working environment
  • Strong in conception and annual planning PR
  • Proven track record in B2B communications
  • Very good knowledge in all disciplines of PR: media relations, corporate publishing (instruments of PR), event formats, editorial activities and crisis communication in an international context
  • Very good project management skills
  • Advanced copywriting and content creation skills
  • Very good intercultural skills as well as strong empathy, contact and communication skills
  • Excellent English skills (native speaker level)
  • Increased willingness to travel and high flexibility

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • A meaningful job that gives people a second chance at life
  • An appreciative company culture and a collegial working atmosphere
  • Flexible working time model with the possibility of mobile working
  • An attractive remuneration model including additional benefits such as capital-forming benefits and company pension scheme
  • 30 vacation days per year; additional special leave for personal events
  • Sabbatical offer
  • A comprehensive range of continuing education and training opportunities
  • Free fruit, water, coffee and tea
  • Diverse and interesting BGM offers (e.g. job bike, health courses in cooperation with a major health insurance company, etc.)
  • Employee offers within the scope of corporate benefits

DKMS is an ambitious organization that actively takes on challenges. Our employees are highly qualified and motivated.

We look forward to receiving your online application! Please note that we can only consider complete application documents including covering letter, curriculum vitae, references and salary expectations in the further selection process.