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What are Communications Specialist OKRs?

The Objective and Key Results (OKR) framework is a simple goal-setting methodology that was introduced at Intel by Andy Grove in the 70s. It became popular after John Doerr introduced it to Google in the 90s, and it's now used by teams of all sizes to set and track ambitious goals at scale.

Writing good OKRs can be hard, especially if it's your first time doing it. You'll need to center the focus of your plans around outcomes instead of projects.

We have curated a selection of OKR examples specifically for Communications Specialist to assist you. Feel free to explore the templates below for inspiration in setting your own goals.

If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.

How to write your own Communications Specialist OKRs

1. Get tailored OKRs with an AI

You'll find some examples below, but it's likely that you have very specific needs that won't be covered.

You can use Tability's AI generator to create tailored OKRs based on your specific context. Tability can turn your objective description into a fully editable OKR template -- including tips to help you refine your goals.

Tability will then use your prompt to generate a fully editable OKR template.

Watch the video below to see it in action 👇

Option 2. Optimise existing OKRs with Tability Feedback tool

If you already have existing goals, and you want to improve them. You can use Tability's AI feedback to help you.

AI feedback for OKRs in TabilityTability's Strategy Map makes it easy to see all your org's OKRs

Tability will scan your OKRs and offer different suggestions to improve them. This can range from a small rewrite of a statement to make it clearer to a complete rewrite of the entire OKR.

You can then decide to accept the suggestions or dismiss them if you don't agree.

Option 3. Use the free OKR generator

If you're just looking for some quick inspiration, you can also use our free OKR generator to get a template.

Unlike with Tability, you won't be able to iterate on the templates, but this is still a great way to get started.

Communications Specialist OKRs examples

You will find in the next section many different Communications Specialist Objectives and Key Results. We've included strategic initiatives in our templates to give you a better idea of the different between the key results (how we measure progress), and the initiatives (what we do to achieve the results).

Hope you'll find this helpful!

OKRs to foster a motivational and engaging work environment

  • ObjectiveFoster a motivational and engaging work environment
  • KREnhance internal communication channels improving employee satisfaction ratings by 25%
  • TaskConduct satisfaction surveys to identify improvement areas
  • TaskCreate an internal communication platform for real-time updates
  • TaskImplement weekly team meetings to engage open communication
  • KRImplement a recognition scheme, appreciating 100% exceptional employee contributions
  • TaskCommunicate the scheme to all employees
  • TaskDevelop a structure for the recognition scheme
  • TaskDraft criteria for identifying exceptional employee contributions
  • KRConduct bi-weekly innovative team-building activities to boost morale by 30%

OKRs to become a top-performing, talent-nurturing enterprise

  • ObjectiveBecome a top-performing, talent-nurturing enterprise
  • KRReduce turnover rate by 15% through enhanced job satisfaction initiatives
  • TaskInitiate regular staff recognition and reward programs
  • TaskEstablish flexible work schedules for better work-life balance
  • TaskImplement professional development programs for skill enhancement
  • KRImplement a talent development program yielding 25% employee progression in skill sets
  • TaskConduct a needs assessment to identify skill gaps in current employees
  • TaskMonitor, track, and report on employee skill progression
  • TaskDevelop a comprehensive talent development program targeting those gaps
  • KRIncrease employee engagement scores by 30% through improved internal communication platforms
  • TaskEstablish a comprehensive internal newsletter for company updates
  • TaskArrange monthly online interactive team-building activities
  • TaskImplement advanced communication tools like Slack or Microsoft Teams

OKRs to raise funds for Water4

  • ObjectiveRaise funds for Water4
  • KRSecure grants from 3 major foundations for Water4 projects
  • TaskResearch foundations interested in funding water initiatives
  • TaskEstablish follow-up communications for proposal responses
  • TaskPrepare and submit tailored proposals to selected foundations
  • KRLaunch an online crowdfunding campaign that raises $1.5 million for Water4
  • TaskDevelop engaging promotional content for social media
  • TaskCraft compelling story about Water4 for the campaign page
  • TaskIdentify and reach out to potential high-value donors
  • KRHost 2 successful fundraising events with at least 300 attendees
  • TaskIdentify and secure a venue that can accommodate 300 people
  • TaskCreate and implement a detailed promotional plan
  • TaskRecruit volunteers for event organization and execution

OKRs to maintain accuracy of vendor information across all clients

  • ObjectiveMaintain accuracy of vendor information across all clients
  • KRReduce report inconsistencies related to vendor information by 25%
  • TaskImplement a centralized system for vendor data management
  • TaskRegularly review and update vendor databases
  • TaskEstablish standard protocols for gathering vendor information
  • KRImplement weekly checks with each client to confirm vendor information accuracy
  • TaskCreate a weekly schedule for client vendor information checks
  • TaskTrain staff to conduct vendor information accuracy checks
  • TaskDevelop a reporting system for the weekly check results
  • KRVerify and update 100% of vendor data in client systems every week
  • TaskConfirm successful update of all vendor data
  • TaskReview current vendor data in client systems weekly
  • TaskUpdate incorrect or outdated vendor information

OKRs to strengthen customer engagement through effective communication

  • ObjectiveStrengthen customer engagement through effective communication
  • KRIncrease positive client feedback on communication by 40%
  • TaskOrganize weekly updates/meetings with all clients
  • TaskImplement a structured communication plan with clients
  • TaskTrain staff in effective customer communication
  • KRConduct bi-weekly virtual meetings with top 10 clients
  • TaskPrepare agenda focused on client's needs for each meeting
  • TaskSchedule recurring bi-weekly virtual meetings with each client
  • TaskFollow-up with meeting minutes and action plans after each session
  • KRIncrease response rate to customer queries by 30%
  • TaskDesign and implement an efficient customer query tracking system
  • TaskInitiate follow-up procedures for unresolved customer queries
  • TaskTrain staff in effective and timely customer interaction methods

Communications Specialist OKR best practices

Generally speaking, your objectives should be ambitious yet achievable, and your key results should be measurable and time-bound (using the SMART framework can be helpful). It is also recommended to list strategic initiatives under your key results, as it'll help you avoid the common mistake of listing projects in your KRs.

Here are a couple of best practices extracted from our OKR implementation guide 👇

Tip #1: Limit the number of key results

The #1 role of OKRs is to help you and your team focus on what really matters. Business-as-usual activities will still be happening, but you do not need to track your entire roadmap in the OKRs.

We recommend having 3-4 objectives, and 3-4 key results per objective. A platform like Tability can run audits on your data to help you identify the plans that have too many goals.

Tip #2: Commit to weekly OKR check-ins

Don't fall into the set-and-forget trap. It is important to adopt a weekly check-in process to get the full value of your OKRs and make your strategy agile – otherwise this is nothing more than a reporting exercise.

Being able to see trends for your key results will also keep yourself honest.

Tip #3: No more than 2 yellow statuses in a row

Yes, this is another tip for goal-tracking instead of goal-setting (but you'll get plenty of OKR examples above). But, once you have your goals defined, it will be your ability to keep the right sense of urgency that will make the difference.

As a rule of thumb, it's best to avoid having more than 2 yellow/at risk statuses in a row.

Make a call on the 3rd update. You should be either back on track, or off track. This sounds harsh but it's the best way to signal risks early enough to fix things.

How to track your Communications Specialist OKRs

Quarterly OKRs should have weekly updates to get all the benefits from the framework. Reviewing progress periodically has several advantages:

Most teams should start with a spreadsheet if they're using OKRs for the first time. Then, once you get comfortable you can graduate to a proper OKRs-tracking tool.

If you're not yet set on a tool, you can check out the 5 best OKR tracking templates guide to find the best way to monitor progress during the quarter.

More Communications Specialist OKR templates

We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.

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