Meet the Team
Join the dynamic Asia Pacific, Japan and Greater China Communications team, part of Cisco’s International Communications function which spans the globe and 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.
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.
Your Impact
As a Communications Specialist, you will be a central part of the ASEAN communications efforts. You won’t just support programs; you will lead defined initiatives to support the regional business priorities by translating global business goals into local, high-impact stories and driving employee engagement. This is an exciting opportunity to act as a trusted advisor to regional executives, shape our external reputation, and work alongside the broader APJC team to deliver world-class communication outcomes in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute integrated internal and external communication strategies that align with ASEAN business priorities and global themes, using storytelling to bring narratives to life.
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior ASEAN and Asia Pacific leadership, providing counsel on positioning, media engagement, and reputation management.
- Build and maintain relationships with regional media, and support agency management to ensure high-quality output against defined KPIs.
- Translate technical concepts into compelling, accessible narratives for diverse audiences, including media, customers, and employees.
- Proactively identify emerging reputational risks and support the development of risk mitigation strategies.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5+ years of professional experience in corporate communications, PR agencies, or media-related businesses.
- Experience supporting B2B technology communications or managing integrated campaigns.
- Experience coordinating with agency partners on content execution and performance against KPIs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Established media relationships within the ASEAN market
- Strong editorial and writing skills, with the ability to simplify complex ideas into clear messaging.
- Demonstrated ability to build trust with stakeholders and collaborate across a matrixed organization.
- Experience using data and measurement tools to track campaign performance and inform strategy.
- Growth mindset — proven ability to challenge the status quo and implement innovative communication tactics.
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.
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.
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