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Director, Community Relations and Crisis Preparedness | Arkema Inc. | Philadelphia, PA A global chemical player, Arkema consists of three coherent and related business segments: Vinyl Products, Industrial Chemicals, and Performance Products. Present in over 40 countries with 14,000 employees, Arkema achieves sales of $6 billion. With its seven research centers in France, the United States and Japan, and internationally recognized brands, Arkema holds leadership positions in its principal markets. ** This position will be based in Philadelphia, PA until mid-2011, at which point Arkema Inc. will relocate headquarter operations to King of Prussia, PA. ** Arkema is recruiting for a key member of the Crisis Management Team, responsible for ensuring crisis preparedness at all Arkema Inc. sites and headquarters and directs all crisis communications internally and externally. This person would act as primary liaison with HQ office in France for all crisis communications and ensure all sites have been trained for media contact and have developed a comprehensive community relations strategy with clear crisis management and outreach plans and measurable goals. This individual would be responsible for managing the development and implementation of internal and external strategies associated with crisis preparation, communication and management in coordination with Arkema Inc. and Arkema SA. Ensuring relevant information is distributed through all available channels to various internal and external stakeholders. Ensuring the creation, training and implementation of community relation strategies for all manufacturing sites in the Americas. Providing support and communications direction to company's PAC. Helping to protect the company's image and reputation and works proactively to maintain a positive image of the company with our employees and in the communities where we have facilities. Designing and implementing dynamic company branding strategies across multiple platforms (recruiting, promotion, community relations, industry programs) and developing and delivering communication support services to the businesses and functions as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Outstanding written and verbal skills Skilled communicator and editor Strong familiarity with local and national media Expertise in web and social-media trends Ability to handle sensitive and confidential issues with the utmost discretion and professionalism Bachelor's degree in English, mass communications, public relations, marketing or related field is required. Master's degree, preferred. Ten-plus years of experience in corporate communications, especially creating messages and strategic communications plans. Able to travel as needed in regular job responsibilities; approximately 15-20% (domestically) 5% (internationally) Proficiency in speaking and writing in French a plus. An Equal Opportunity Employer. To apply for this position, please copy and paste the following link into your browser address bar: http://arkemagroup.contacthr.com/17815247