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!