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