Communications Coordinator

Whatever you do, you'll make a difference at Lafarge Canada. Because we know that your passion and curiosity are the natural resources the world needs. Thanks to our teams' energy, commitment and ideas, we are reinventing how the world builds to make Canada greener and smarter for all.

Communications Coordinator

Requisition ID: 8618

Location:

Calgary, AB, CA, T2B 0R5

Pay Type: Salary

Travel Requirement: <10%

WHO IS LAFARGE?

As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 70,000 talented 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.

WHO ARE LAFARGE PEOPLE?

Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

Overview:

The Communications Coordinator will be an integral member of the Communications and Marketing team to support corporate communications related projects including internal and external communications, media monitoring, visual communications materials, research and reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Write content to support communications and marketing efforts, such as the organization's internal and external website, blog posts, newsletters, weekly HR updates, brochures, intranet articles and social media posts.
• Create external communications, such as success stories and case studies for the company website
• Media monitoring and measurement on Meltwater
• Develop visual communication materials and graphic design elements, not limited to slide decks, brochures, case studies, etc.
• Ensure consistency and adherence to brand voice and maintain brand integrity in communications
• Analyze results of communications campaigns and strategies to determine how to improve them
• Recommend ways to improve the public's perception of the organization
• Research and report on current industry trends, social media practices, etc.
• Coordinate meetings, presentations, and press conferences and the volunteers, vendors, and staff to support these events
• Interact with the media at events and answering questions on the organization's behalf
  
  
  

Dimensions:

• Reports to the Communications & Marketing Manager
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• A degree or certificate in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field
• 1-3 years of experience in a communications or related role
• Proven knowledge of marketing and communications best practices and ethics
• Experience in Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, etc.), Canva and Meltwater is an asset
• Experience working with Google Suite is an asset
• Strong written communications skills in English, with a passion for creative and engaging writing
• Strong sense of initiative and passion for learning
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills that enable you to adhere to strict deadlines while maintaining critical attention to details.
• Critical thinker with a strong analytical approach
• Creative, forward-thinking mindset with an innovative approach to problem solving
• Capable of working independently and as a team member
• Alberta Class 5 Driver's License or equivalent
  
  
  

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.

Your Lafarge Experience

At Lafarge, 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.