CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT MANAGER

• Implement the internal communication plan and activities according to the company calendar.
• Create a comprehensive Company Townhall agenda that effectively conveys key business messages.
• Collaborate efficiently to organize company events related to Region/Headquarter visits or in partnership with People & Culture.
• Regularly monitor and coordinate Crisis Communication preparedness to ensure readiness during emergencies.

• Establish a clear corporate brand positioning that aligns with other departments and global/regional strategies and communication plans by proactively engaging distributors, media, and emerging communication platforms.
• Oversee the development and delivery of impactful communications for external stakeholders to ensure JTI consistently addresses critical business priorities.
• Offer communications support to the Corporate Affairs team in its regulatory engagement initiatives.
• Strategically develop and execute a local media relations plan-including networking, campaigns, intelligence gathering, crisis readiness, and monitoring-while maintaining adherence to the approved budget.

• Develop and implement, in partnership with People & Culture, a comprehensive communication strategy centered on Employer Branding.
• Co-lead the Employee Engagement Team with People & Culture, managing strategy, empowerment, monitoring, and execution of initiatives.
• Establish diverse communication channels and coordinate activities to deliver compelling content that inspires both employees and distributor teams to adopt Our Way.
• Ensure leadership communications, from global campaigns to local executive committee messages, are clearly and effectively conveyed across the organization.

• Ensure sustainable long-term success by integrating our sustainability requirements and targets into the core business strategy.
• Execute our corporate sustainability agenda to strengthen the company's reputation and fulfill corporate responsibilities.
• Oversee the strategy and execution of local community investment programs, including both local and headquarters initiatives, to create meaningful change and promote inclusiveness within the communities where we operate.
• Foster employee and value chain engagement through our volunteer program.
• Manage the associated budget effectively.

• Provide support and follow-up with the CA&C Director on various tasks and projects as they arise or upon request (such as commercial reviews and A&SP preparation).
• Assist the CA&C Director in developing and coaching a strong team by contributing to recruitment, training, motivation, and retention of top talent to ensure the CA&C mission is accomplished with the highest quality standards.
• Collaborate with the CA&C Team to share the workload of various departmental tasks (e.g., GHE, budget management, stakeholder birthday acknowledgments, and seasonal card decorations for Christmas and New Year).

• A university degree is required. A major in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field is preferred.
• Candidates should have 5-7 years of experience in internal communications and public relations, including stakeholder engagement. Experience in the tobacco industry or a similarly regulated sector is an asset.
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English and Vietnamese is essential.
• Skills in preparing and delivering presentations are necessary.
• Strong ability to synthesize information effectively.
• Functional Skills:
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills are essential.
• Basic financial knowledge is beneficial.
• Experience in internal corporate communication is required.
• Background in corporate, external, or government affairs is advantageous.
• An entrepreneurial mindset is highly valued.
• Interest and knowledge in sustainability are desirable.

Japan Tobacco International