Public Affairs Manager (f/m/d)

Title: Public Affairs Manager (f/m/d)

Dagmersellen, CH, 6252

We are JTI, Japan Tobacco International, and we are present in 130 countries. We have spent years innovating, creating new and better products for the consumers to choose from. This is our business. But not only. Our business is our people. Their talent. Their potential. We believe that when they are free to be themselves, and they are given the opportunity to grow, travel and develop, amazing things can happen.

That’s why our employees, from around the world, choose to be a part of JTI. It is why 80% of employees feel happy working at JTI. And why we’ve been awarded Global Top Employer status, ten years running.

So when you’re ready to choose a career you’ll love, in a company you’ll love, feel free to #JoinTheIdea.

Learn more: jti.com

Public Affairs Manager (f/m/d)

The incumbent, reporting to the Corporate Affairs & Communications Director, proactively manages the organization’s relationship with internal and external stakeholders. The role involves planning, implementing, and monitoring communication and engagement strategies to protect the company’s reputation. They play a crucial role in shaping public perception, managing crises, and advocating for JTI’s interests.

Your responsibilities

• Monitor and assess political, legislative and regulatory developments
• Develop initiatives to support business priorities and strengthen the company’s reputation towards all stakeholders
• Review and constantly update a robust stakeholder map
• Build and maintain stakeholder network, including authorities, politicians and media
• Develop and execute advocacy and communications strategies
• Prepare and edit high-quality communication instruments such as presentations, position papers, fact sheets, Q&As etc.
• Represent the company in several associations and networks
• Lead various projects related to the social responsibility as a tobacco company

Your qualifications and professional experience

• University or higher professional education degree in the field of Public Affairs
• 5+ years of working experience in the field of external affairs and communications
• Excellent verbal and written German and English skills, French is a plus
• Strong communication, negotiation and facilitation skills
• Agile and independent approach to work with a can-do attitude

What we offer

Open, multicultural and very dynamic environment with personal development opportunities, as well as:

• Possibility to work up to 50% from home office
• 40-hour week, at least 5 weeks of vacation, flexible working hours
• In-house canteen (discounted meals) and free soft drinks and coffee
• Free parking lots
• Monthly health insurance allowances for employees and their family members
• Insurance contributions (NBU and KTG) are covered fully by JTI
• JTI pays up to 75% of the pension fund contributions
• 500 CHF Reka Checks (paid out in January each year)
• Maternity and paternity leave (20 weeks) without reduction in salary
• Attractive employee benefits
• Fitness room and various sports and well-being courses

Are you passionate about this vacancy? Or know someone who is interested in this position? We look forward to receiving your application!

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