Sr. Communications Specialist; RISST

## Sr. Communications Specialist (RISST)
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** Career Area:
** Communications
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* Job Description:

**** Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
** When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live.

Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Caterpillar has an exciting opportunity for an experienced communications professional to join the Resource Industries Sales, Services & Technology (RISST) Division as a senior communications specialist. This position will report to the manager of RISST Division Communications and plays a key role in supporting strategic communications, both internally and externally. You’ll serve as a trusted advisor for key business initiatives, including the Electrification technology and industry portfolio.

You’ll work closely with senior leaders and other key partners to advance our strategic priorities and culture through actionable communication plans. You’ll also collaborate with global, cross-functional teams.
** Who You Are:
*** Enthusiastic and positive
* Proactive* Active listener
* Self-starter
* Strategic thinker
* Trustworthy
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* What You Will Do:

*** Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies to drive deep understanding, generate excitement and position Resource Industries’ solutions and services.
* Inspire senior leaders and business partners to drive the strategy forward through effective communication solutions, including storytelling and change management
* Ensure information management strategy and governance is upheld to promote and protect electrification and sustainability messaging
* Work across a large, matrixed organization to develop, own and execute comprehensive communications plans that drive business objectives of key leadership and segment partners.
* Collaborate with the extended communications network to create and deliver on  a proactive editorial strategy, bringing stories to life through written, visual and verbal communications
* Analyze performance:
Monitor communications to refine strategies and continuously improve engagement.
* Work cross-functionally to shape the reputation of key initiatives through external presentations, speeches, and other materials
* Uphold brand consistency:
Maintain a consistent tone and style across all content, adhering to brand guidelines and voice
* Deliver lean and process excellence to enhance quality and accelerate delivery, ensuring streamlined, high-impact communications that make it easy for stakeholders to do business with RISST.
** What

You Will Have:

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* ** Education/experience:
** College or university degree in communications, marketing, or a related field and/or considerable job-related experience in corporate communications with proficiency in digital communication tools such as the Microsoft Office Suite
* ** Planning & organizing:
** Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan, prioritize and execute multiple projects independently and with urgency;
* ** Outcomes focus:
** Big picture thinking and planning; ability to apply organizational acumen and align messaging and deliverables to key business objectives and strategies;
Curiosity & business acumen.
* ** Communicating for impact:
** Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills; skilled at simplifying complex ideas, anticipating stakeholder needs and adjusting messaging to drive clarity and…