Head of Communications (80-100% FTE)

About the role

As Head of Communications you will shape how Skyguide communicates its purpose, builds trust and positions its brand in a highly visible, complex aviation environment. Reporting to senior leadership, you will act as a strategic advisor, linking business priorities with stakeholder expectations through clear storytelling.

Key responsibilities

• Define and drive Skyguide’s corporate communications strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Advise the CEO, Executive Board and senior leaders on positioning, messaging and stakeholder engagement.
• Lead internal and external communications to ensure consistent, transparent, and impactful experiences across all channels.
• Strengthen reputation through proactive media relations, executive communications and strategic brand management.
• Drive employee engagement, leadership communication and change initiatives supporting culture and transformation.
• Oversee communication risk management, crisis preparedness and stakeholder communications.
• Lead, inspire and develop a high‑performing communications team while advancing processes and digital capabilities.
• Provide strategic leadership across corporate communications functions to ensure a coherent narrative and effective stakeholder engagement.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Communications, Business, Political Science or related field.
• Extensive experience in corporate communications, media relations, executive communications and brand management within complex organisations.
• Broad understanding of corporate affairs, public policy and reputation management in regulated environments.
• Proven track record as a strategic advisor to executive and board‑level stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, analytical and crisis management abilities.
• Strong leadership experience with a passion for inclusive, collaborative teams.
• Successful experience leading transformation, change communication and employee engagement initiatives.
• Fluent in written and spoken English; French and/or German a plus.

Required skills

What we offer

• Flexible working options.
• Competitive salary with attractive conditions and fringe benefits.
• Wide range of training opportunities for personal growth and development.