Description AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain - and we're looking for talented people who want to help. You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. AWS Community Engagement is the team within AWS's Infrastructure organization that focuses on building and supporting global and local initiatives around science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) education, equity, and access; tech upskilling; environmental stewardship; and employee engagement. The successful candidate in this role will lead the Community Engagement program for AWS Infrastructure in the UK and other countries in Europe. Key job responsibilities - Identify organizations and key stakeholders including nonprofits to understand their needs, build relationships and collaborate on impactful outcomes. - Manage the delivery of community programs, events, and initiatives following global standards with a focus on localization. - Manage key aspects of community sponsorships and determining whether a sponsorship opportunity met success criteria in collaboration with key business partners. - Contribute to AWS infrastructure expansion by facilitating discussions related to community engagement during planning approvals. - Lead community assessment for new sites in the region, identify potential community relates risks and develop a community engagement plan to proactively mitigate the risks. - Communicate the impact of InCommunities programs internally and externally. - Partner with HR to build on and develop programs that empower employees to engage with our communities. - Represent AWS Infrastructure publicly in meetings with internal and external stakeholders. - Utilize multiple communications channels including, but not limited to newsletters, the intranet, social media, and email campaigns to drive employees' awareness and involvement in community engagement initiatives. - Capture data to demonstrate community engagement's quantified and qualified impact on AWS Infrastructure, its employees, and the community, and communicate these values internally and externally. - Proven ability, willingness, and desire to: Write and speak effectively for audiences of varying sizes. - - - Work with cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, human resources, legal, public policy, and public relations to deliver results. - Interact effectively and provide strategic counsel at all levels of the organization. - Think and communicate clearly including formulating clear points of view on complicated issues and creating concise and well-written narratives to express ideas. - Be physically, on-the-ground in locations within Europe. - Be responsible for developing tactics within the region to deliver locally. - Oversee budget and be responsible for expenditures within your span of control. About the team Diverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying. Why AWS? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Inclusive Team Culture Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Mentorship & Career Growth We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud. AWS is committed to making a positive impact in the communities closest to where our employees live and work. We know that AWS employees care deeply about their local communities and have a strong desire to give back and be involved in causes they are passionate about. AWS InCommunities is the team within AWS's Infrastructure organization that builds and supports global and local initiatives around science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) education, equity, and access; tech upskilling; environmental stewardship; and employee engagement. This includes empowering employees to take on causes that create positive change in meaningful and lasting ways. Basic Qualifications - Experience influencing multiple stakeholders and leading cross functional teams across geographies and business units - Bachelor's/ Masters degree - Experience in CSR, Corporate Affairs or related domains Preferred Qualifications - Experience working with technical and product stakeholders to define requirements, prioritize features, and influence product roadmaps Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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