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ARE YOU READY TO BUILD PROGRESS WITH US?
Driven by our purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of its strategy Holcim is becoming a net zero company, with its people and communities at the heart of its success. The company is driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. Holcim is 70,000 people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.
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ABOUT THE ROLE
The Public Affairs and Community Relations Manager, you will help build and scale Holcim’s ongoing work with our communities, local government officials, and other policymakers and stakeholders. Specifically, you will work with Holcim’s public affairs team to craft the community engagement strategy that protects and enhances the reputation of Holcim as a growth business and key community partner. You will be responsible for helping to manage local and regional government relations/issues, stakeholder relations, and community connections and will help manage issues at the state, county, tribal, and local levels that impact, or potentially impact, the current business practices and the future growth and profitability of the company. As the ideal candidate, you will have an established track record of successfully managing government relations programs and possess external and internal political acumen. You work well independently and across teams, are agile, able to reprioritize and shift gears quickly, and comfortable in a high-pressure environment.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- You will help build and scale Holcim's ongoing work with our communities, local government officials, and other policymakers and stakeholders
- Establish regular contact with politicians, political advisers, civil servants, non-departmental public bodies, first nations, or regulators to keep them informed about the organization’s work and policy concerns
- Organize or attend regular meetings with these stakeholders, representing their organization and forging contacts with key decision-makers
- Report back to colleagues on the content of such meetings and arrange follow-up submissions
- Monitor proceedings of the county and local government institutions and provide analysis of these for senior staff members
- Provide internal forecasts of the likely effect of public policy changes on their organization
- Write or edit submissions to government or regulator consultations
- Provide written or oral briefings for senior staff members and advise them on contact with decision-makers
- Build relationships with key local media contacts
- Keep abreast of important media stories on a daily basis
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
- Work hand-in-hand with company lobbyists working to shape our priorities and messaging for legislative and regulatory policy conversations
- Execute community outreach strategy, ensuring partnerships that align to business needs and objectives
- Represent Holcim at external meetings, events and ceremonies
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Education: Bachelor's degree or 5-7 years of relevant experience
Field of Study Preferred: Engineering, Public Affairs, Public Relations, Government Affairs, or related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certification is a plus.
Required Computer and Software Skills: Microsoft Office applications and ability to develop and manage complex gannt charts.
Travel Requirements: 75% local travel
Additional Requirements:
- Strong track record: You will have an established track record of successfully managing government relations programs and possess external and internal political acumen
- High energy and personal drive: You work well independently and across teams, are agile, able to reprioritize and shift gears quickly, and comfortable in a high-pressure environment
- Excellent writing and speaking skills: Ability to write briefings, project plans, and consultation responses, as well as give presentations internally and externally
- Great networking skills: More than for most jobs, networking skills are integral to this role. The ideal candidate needs to possess or hone the ability to confidently approach a diverse range of people and strike up a conversation. This needs to be allied to the ability to stay in touch with decision-makers and retain contacts
- Information gathering and interpreting: The ability to take on board and understand reams of new information is a key skill. The ideal candidate must have the ability to keep abreast of ever-changing political developments and advise on the implications for the organization
- Political knowledge: An intimate knowledge of the political process in Colorado and regional counties is crucial
- Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
- Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive salary
- Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
- Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
- Holistic Health & Well-being programs
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
- Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
- Paid time off & paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
- Educational Assistance Program
- Dress for your day
YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE
At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.
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Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.
We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim – ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.
While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
