Associate Director, Employee Engagement and Communications

Job DescriptionRole Summary : Join Deciphera to lead employee communications and engagement initiatives, enhancing the employee experience and supporting our mission to defeat cancer. This role is based in Waltham, MA, with a flexible mix of in-office and remote work.Key Responsibilities : Develop and execute the company's engagement and employee voice strategy, including surveys, focus groups, and culture ambassador programs.Serve as the primary HR advisor for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Council.Manage HR content on the corporate intranet.Provide communications leadership for annual people processes and partner with teams to communicate benefits and rewards.Collaborate on internal events and programs to enhance employee engagement.Lead virtual teams within HR to develop and execute communication and training materials for managers and employees.Partner with the Total Rewards team to ensure that employee benefit, rewards, and recognition programs are clearly communicated and understood.Work with the L&D Community of Practice to manage external partners and deliver enterprise-wide development programs.Plan and produce key internal touchpoints, such as All Hands Meetings, leadership summits, and company-wide celebrations.Develop creative programs and events to enable remote-based colleagues to feel connected to Deciphera’s culture and mission.Qualifications : Bachelor's Degree; Advanced Degree preferred.8 years of HR or Communications experience, preferably in the biopharmaceutical industry.Strong project management and program leadership skills.Excellent business and editorial writing skills.Ability to present and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels.Strong MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills; graphic design abilities a plus.Commitment to operating with high integrity and transparency to build trust with stakeholders.Ability to interact with staff at all levels in a demanding environment, remaining flexible, proactive, and efficient.Initiative-taking, assertive, and self-confident with strong business acumen.Expertise in communications concepts, practices, strategies, and tactics.Strong organizational skills and priority-setting to complete assignments on time and on budget.Benefits : Competitive salary and annual bonus.Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and more.Generous parental leave and family planning benefits.Outstanding culture and opportunities for personal and professional growth.Apply Now : Join us in our mission to improve the lives of people with cancer. Apply today to become a part of our dynamic team!#J-18808-Ljbffr