Communications Manager

Vena Energy Open · verified Sep 18, 2026

Makati Full-time Manager Communications

Mid-level Communications role at Vena Energy. Makati · full-time.

Role brief

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What you'll do

Set Philippines communications plans around business milestones and regulatory needs, supporting permits and project progress
Build market reputation through PR campaigns, brand positioning, media work, and stakeholder engagement
Create thought leadership and content for press releases, presentations, and digital channels
Run PR events while coordinating vendors, logistics, and budgets
Lead internal messaging, employer branding, and urgent media or reputation issues

What you bring

More than ten years of experience in PR, agency work, in-house communications, or media
Ability to build and deliver communications strategies tied to corporate goals and stakeholder perceptions
Confidence handling difficult media questions and reputational risks with diplomacy and clear messaging
Strong relationships with media, industry associations, regulators, and internal teams
Excellent spoken and written English, plus good MS Office skills

Who this fits

This role suits a senior communications professional based in Makati who can work with local, regional, and global teams. You will support spokesperson activity during critical moments, coordinate external agencies, and handle internal and external communications in the Philippines.

From the employer

Job Summary:

Responsible for strategic communications leadership in the Philippines, with a focus on advancing market leadership in renewable energy. Leads integrated PR campaigns, brand positioning, and external relations with media and stakeholders. Manages internal communications to align messaging with company values and foster collaboration. Proven expertise in crisis and issues management is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Communications and Market Leadership

Develop and oversee comprehensive Communications strategies aligned with business milestones and regulatory goals, directly supporting permit acquisition and project progress.
Advise business and function partners on market-specific communications approaches to build and sustain Vena Energy’s reputation

Global Stakeholder Partnerships

Drive thought leadership by aligning messaging with global trends and positioning Vena Energy as an industry innovator and committed to sustainable development.

PR and Campaign Management

Design high-impact campaigns tailored to audience insights, ensuring alignment with project development goals.
Oversee execution of PR events, managing vendors, logistics, and budget to deliver seamless experiences.

Content and Media Relations

Lead content strategy for PR materials, ensuring consistent and compelling messaging across press releases, presentations, and digital platforms.
Support the spokesperson and act as spokesperson when necessary during critical moments, managing media inquiries and mitigating potential reputational risks.

Internal Communications and Employee Engagement

Foster a strong internal culture, engaging teams through effective messaging and collaborative initiatives such as annual Green Actions campaign.
Enhance employer branding, leveraging digital channels and corporate communications to attract and retain top talent.

Governance and Operational Excellence

Ensure adherence to brand guidelines and act as the gatekeeper for external information flow.
Manage external agencies to deliver high-quality outputs aligned with strategic priorities.

Leadership and Influence

Collaborate with cross-functional leaders and local/regional/global teams to align communications strategies with organizational goals.

Pre-requisites:

Over 10 years work experience in public relations, either in-house or in an agency, or media industry
Ability to craft and execute comprehensive communication strategies that align with corporate goals, drive brand positioning, and influence stakeholder perceptions on a global scale.
Proficiency in navigating high-pressure situations, handling complex media inquiries, and mitigating reputational risks with diplomacy and clear messaging.
Expertise in building and maintaining strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, including media, industry associations, regulators, and internal teams, to foster collaboration and advocacy.
Excellent communication skill in English, written and spoken
Good MS Office skills
Excellent coordination and cooperation skills
Great team worker

Are you ready to engineer a greener future?