Communications Specialist

<p><b>Meet the Team</b></p><p>Join the dynamic Asia Pacific, Japan and Greater China Communications team, part of  Cisco’s International Communications function which spans the globe and also includes Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Canada. We are at the forefront of the digital disruption narrative, actively shaping global perceptions and conversations around the transformative power of Cisco technology. You’ll be an integral part of a high-impact team amplifying how Cisco is delivering the critical infrastructure for the AI era.  </p><p></p><p>For more than 40 years, Cisco has securely connected the world. With its industry leading AI-powered solutions and services, Cisco enables its customers, partners and communities to unlock innovation, enhance productivity and strengthen digital resilience. With purpose at its core, Cisco remains committed to powering an inclusive future for all. </p><p><b> </b></p><p><b>Your Impact</b></p><p><span>As a Communications Specialist supporting two dynamic and emerging regions – ASEAN and Greater China – you will play a key role in helping the team execute communications activities.</span> <span>By assisting in the translation of regional business goals into local, high-impact stories, you will contribute to influencing market perception and driving internal engagement. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience on a corporate communications team, supporting the delivery of regional campaigns and working under the guidance of senior team members to achieve impactful outcomes in a fast-paced, innovative environment.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span><b>Key Responsibilities</b></span></p><ul><li><p><span>Assist in the execution of integrated communications campaigns that align with ASEAN and Greater China business objectives to reach key audiences including employees, media, customers and partners.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Support the development of local narratives by providing regional insights and collaborating with colleagues on the APJC communications team.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Develop high-impact, local narratives for a diverse audience including media, customers, and employees.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Support the coordination of agency activities, helping to track output against defined KPIs.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Develop content including social media posts, employee communications and media materials under the guidance of team leaders.</span></p></li></ul><p><span><b> </b></span></p><p><span><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></span></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.</p></li><li><p>Minimum of 6 months to one year of professional experience in corporate communications, PR agencies, or media-related businesses.</p></li><li><p><span>Fluency in English and Mandarin (written and spoken) is essential for drafting and reviewing communications materials in both languages.</span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Experience supporting the execution of communications tasks and/or campaign activities.</p></li><li><p>A foundational <span>understanding of the media landscape across Southeast Asia and Greater China.</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><span><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></span></p><ul><li><p><span>Strong editorial and writing skills, with the ability to produce clear and compelling content.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Self-motivated, resourceful, and proactive, with the ability to effectively manage the completion of assigned tasks with regular guidance and supervision.</span></p></li><li><p><span>A creative mindset with a passion for storytelling with an interest in developing narratives that resonate with diverse audience.</span></p></li><li><p>An innovative thinker who is interested in contributing fresh perspectives to campaign execution writing</p></li></ul><p></p><h1>Why Cisco? </h1><p>At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.</p><p>Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. </p><p>We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. </p><p></p>