Communications Specialist, Innovation

Lafarge Africa Plc; Saint-Quentin-Fallavier; Sur place; EUR 45 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Healthcare cover

Transport subsidies

Company restaurant

Employee savings plan

Professional development

Telework up to 2 days/week

Résumé du poste

Holcim Innovation Center is seeking a Communications Specialist to translate breakthroughs into compelling narratives. You will bridge high-level science and storytelling, manage diverse digital channels and the Innovation Hub showroom, and drive the Holcim Spirit through world-class content production and event support.

You will own end-to-end AV content, the weekly Innovation newsletter, and corporate storytelling across global platforms, while shaping strategy and measuring impact with KPIs.

Qualifications

• Native or bilingual level of English is mandatory.
• French proficiency is a plus for the location.
• Experience translating complex topics into accessible content.
• 3-5 years in communications in multinational/industrial environments.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Communications, PR, Marketing.

Responsabilités

• Write and edit popular science articles to promote research across platforms.
• Advise researchers on storytelling for non-technical audiences.
• Manage the Innovation intranet and produce AV content, liaising with agencies.
• Own the weekly Innovation newsletter from curation to distribution.
• Support the Innovation Hub showroom and coordinate high-profile events.
• Identify compelling innovation stories for global channels.
• Oversee digital and social media strategy and external partnerships.
• Audit impact with KPIs and reporting.

Connaissances

English (native)

French (plus)

Storytelling

Multi-channel comms

Brand positioning

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Digital governance

Formation

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Communications

Outils

Intranet platforms

Video editing software

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Holcim is the leading partner for sustainable construction, creating value across the built environment from infrastructure and industry to buildings. Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Holcim has more than 48,000 employees in 45 attractive markets – across Europe, Latin America, Asia, Middle East & Africa. Holcim offers high-value end-to-end Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundations and flooring to roofing and walling – powered by premium brands including ECOPlanet, ECOPact, and ECOCycle®. Find out more at www.holcim.com

Job overview

The Communications Specialist, Innovation, is a key creative and strategic partner based at the Holcim Innovation Center. Reporting to the Innovation Communications & Engagement Manager, this role is essential in translating complex R&D breakthroughs into compelling narratives that cement Holcim’s position as the global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions.

The role involves bridging the gap between high-level science and impactful storytelling, ensuring that our research projects inspire both internal teams and external stakeholders. By managing diverse digital channels and the physical Innovation Hub showroom, you will foster a culture of innovation and drive the "Holcim Spirit" through world‑class content production and event support.

Main activities / responsibilities

• Write and edit high-quality "popular science" articles and features to promote laboratory expertise and research projects across global internal and external platforms.
• Act as a communications consultant for Holcim Innovation Center researchers, supporting them in crafting narratives and showcasing their work to non-technical audiences.
• Manage the Innovation intranet platform, ensuring content is fresh, engaging, and aligned with Group messaging. End-to-end creation of audiovisual content—including interviews, videos, animations, and tutorials—collaborating with external agencies where necessary to maintain high production standards.
• Take full ownership of the weekly Innovation newsletter, from curation to distribution, ensuring high engagement rates.
• Provide hands‑on support for the Innovation Hub showroom, managing visitor experiences and coordinating high‑profile events to showcase Holcim’s R&D pipeline.
• Identify and harvest high‑impact innovation stories from within the Innovation Center to provide a continuous pipeline of R&D content for Holcim’s global communication channels.
• Govern and elevate digital and social media presence for relevant business areas – setting strategy, approving high‑visibility content and managing external agencies.
• Monitor and analyze communication impact through audits, focus groups, with dedicated KPIs and reporting.

Knowledge & Skills

• Native or bilingual level of English (written and spoken) is mandatory. Proficiency in French is a plus given the location.
• Exceptional storytelling, strategic thinking and stakeholder management skills.
• Expertise in multi‑channel communications, including digital governance, social media strategy, and brand positioning.
• Strong analytical skills to measure and optimize communications impact.
• High resilience, agility, and ability to navigate complex, fast‑changing environments.
• Highly autonomous and driven by a natural curiosity to explore new, complex topics and deepen technical knowledge in order to promote innovation effectively.

Experience

• 3‑5 years of communications experience, preferably within a multinational and/or industrial environment.
• Proven track record in multi‑channel content production (digital, print, and video).
• Demonstrated experience in managing events or corporate showrooms.
• Previous experience in translating technical or scientific topics into accessible content is a strong advantage.

Education / Qualification

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related.

Language Requirements

• Native or bilingual level of English (written and spoken) is mandatory.
• Proficiency in French is a plus given the location.
• Any additional language is a plus.
• Days off: 25 legal paid leaves (29 after 1 year of seniority) + 12 extras (related to legal working hours).
• Telework : up to 2 days a week Professional Growth: Company training and professional development.
• Other: healthcare cover, 50% of public transportation fees, subsidies from Works Council, company restaurant, access to an employee savings scheme.

Holcim is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We support equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, national origin, gender, sexuality, disability, or age.

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