Project Coordinator at Spectraforce Technologies

Position Title: Project Coordinator Work Location: Lake Forest, IL 60045Assignment Duration: 24 MonthsWork Arrangement: Hybrid; 2-3 days in office (Tuesday-Thursday required)Job DescriptionThe candidate, International Digital Operations Project Coordinator III is responsible for implementing tactical plans to activate our organization's International Commercial Operations internal digital communications programs.This individual will maintain a broad understanding of our organization's capabilities and technologies in digital communications, primarily using SharePoint and Office 365, as well as the latest trends in intranet development and emerging communications channels.Key Responsibilities:In conjunction with the Project Manager, develops and implements initiatives, supporting Commercial Operations brands, functions, teams and programsTakes the lead on smaller scale initiatives, with oversight from the Project ManagerSupports clients with design, implementation and distribution of internal communications including email blasts, newsletters, etc.Monitors internet behavior and conducts usability studies to yield actionable insights that help to shape strategy and tacticsMeasures usage and implementation; provides actionable strategies on how to increase valueIdentifies opportunities to expand marketing & communication innovation and to effectively leverage existing capabilities across brands, areas and affiliates and the broader organizationSupports IDO Project Managers on internal communications, at times takes the lead as communications point of contactBuild relationships with clients and stakeholders to understand each team's business needs to co-create internal digital platformsUtilizes knowledge of key drivers, factors and services needed to effectively communicate digitally with an internal audienceUnderstands business requirements, design requirements, and technology capabilities, and monitors industry trends, competitive landscape and technology trendsPartners with Commercial Operations organizations, communities, and teams to recommend/implement programs to enhance user experience, functionality and usageProvides analysis of internal gaps, benchmarking against leaders in the industry, and digital communication opportunities to enhance business resultsIdentifies opportunities for strategic alliances and best practice sharing across functionsUtilizes available technology to facilitate user engagementEnsures alignment with corporate digital structureQualification & Experience:Bachelor's Degree: Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, communications or IT preferred3-5 years of related work experience in the digital, design or communication environment. In addition, at least 2 years of managing projects with internal/external clients. Basic knowledge of SharePoint O365Graphic design experience is a plusRequires knowledge of digital communication channels, the intranet (internal communications), and a good understanding of the latest technologies and trendsExperience with developing and implementing multiple projects simultaneouslyStrong communication skillsMust be able to understand key business objectives and to develop appropriate strategies to address specific business needsA strong customer service orientation, as well as proven problem-solving and consultancy skills, are requiredContent management experience is preferred, as is experience using Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft SharePoint, Excel, Word and PowerPointThe ability to work individually as well as part of a teamMust demonstrate professionalism and maintain a positive attitudeTakes ownership of projects with little oversight