Position Responsibilities (key duties, scope of position, goals, expectations, skill requirements, travel requirements)
· Responsible for coordination and execution of all internal and external communications for HUS. This includes speech writing, media, spokesperson and stakeholder engagement
· Create, implement and oversee external communication strategies, practices, process that effectively promotes and protects Holcim's external reputation
· Work closely with Branding, Government Affairs and Legal on a daily/weekly basis
· Functions as HUS spokesperson on key business issues and crisis management
· Manages external communications consultant(s) within CEO approved budget
· Liaison to parent company Holcim Ltd on relevant Communications issues
· Expand understanding of the organization's business, performance and strategy with external audiences
· Prepares summaries of media activity for senior management
Educational Criteria
· Undergraduate or graduate degree in a communications related discipline or combination of a related degree and relevant experience preferred
Position Dimensions (i.e., communication skills, planning, teamwork, technical knowledge, leadership, initiative)
· Demonstrated leadership ability
· Team player and consensus builder with the ability to work in a multicultural environment
· Demonstrated ability to deliver results by establishing a comprehensive communications strategy based on business objectives
· Comfortable at highest levels of management
· Ability to integrate and work with Branding
· Ability to write clearly and succinctly in variety of communication settings and styles
· Highly creative, self-motivated, and superior interpersonal skills with the ability to interface effectively with all levels
· High level of professionalism, customer service, energy, speed and accuracy
· Ability to use diplomacy, tact and discretion in dealing with confidential matters
Other Related Experiences Required or Preferred
· 10-15 years experience working in a corporate communications and/or Agency environment
· Supervisory experience
· Environmental/green experience a plus
· Manufacturing Industry experience preferred; global experience a plus
· Outstanding written, verbal and presentation skills
· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat
Knowledge and experience in HTML, web editing and desktop publishing would be an asset