Communications Specialist

Job Title: Communications SpecialistJob Location: Saint Petersburg, FL/ Tampa, FL Job Duration: 12 months contractLong term project with opportunity for extensionLocal candidates only- may need to attend onsite meetings on occassion however this is a mainly remote positionLaptop can be provide if necessary otherwise candidate will utilize their own laptop - using Client's remote desktop and VPN.This position is more Jr to Mid level and candidates must have a minimum of 3+ years of corporate experience associated with the following.We have an exciting opportunity for a Change & Communication Specialist to support a multi-year project to implement Workday’s Human Capital Management system. The specialist will support the Change Management workstream, which is leading the communication, training and change management strategies and plans to ensure a smooth implementation. The ideal candidates will possess knowledge and experience with change and/or communication efforts, as well as managing and executing against project plans.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Partner with our Marketing teams to provide strategic direction, message development and planning for the new HR system and processesConsult with internal and external clients and vendors to identify communication goals and objectives, recommend and execute solutions and drive towards execution timelinesSupport stakeholder engagement by arranging meetings, events and other stakeholder engagement activitiesCarry out delegated activities and ensure others are executing on their deliverables to support the overall project plans and effortsPrepare moderately complex documents such as training guides, PowerPoints, videos, and reports using a variety of office software (e.g., PowerPoint, Teams, Excel, SharePoint, Smartsheet)Support the development and completion of training plans, which includes collaborating with training partners to ensure materials are developed, reviewed and approvedContribute to the management of training resources by maintaining training plans and tracking budgets, spend and training certifications for system support teamsProvide project and operational support to the Workday change network, to include organizing and maintaining SharePoint site, information, monthly meetings, readiness assessments and overall engagement with the groupJob Qualifications:Fundamental knowledge of public communications concepts, practices and procedures.Fundamental knowledge of change management principles, methodologies, and toolsSkilled at managing time to handle multiple tasks, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines and changing priorities in a fast-paced work environmentSkilled at using office software programs and collaboration tools, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint, to create documents, spreadsheets, e-mails and presentationsDemonstrated ability to execute on communication and change management plans, including communications, training, and adoption strategiesEducation: Bachelor’s Degree in communications, marketing, human resources or related field and 3+ years’ experience in a corporate setting, public relations agency or similar area.