Communications Officer *** Kommunikationsbeauftragte oder Kommunikationsbeauftragter

• 31 juillet 2026 • 80 - 100% • Indefinite duration • Route de la Plaine 2, 3960 Sierre HES-SO Valais-Wallis educates more than 2'800 students and contributes, through research, to innovation, economic and social development as well as job creation. Located in the heart of Valais, innovative and progressing with its time, the Haute Ecole de Gestion offers professionalizing tertiary training centered on the student experience. Thanks to its study programs, its research institutes and its proximity to the economic environment, it offers a true innovation ecosystem blending training and research. We contribute to the Valais of tomorrow. Join us! In order to strengthen Team HEG, and more particularly the communication team of the research institutes, the Haute Ecole de Gestion (HEG) is announcing the following vacancy: A Communications Officer Your mission • Support the Management in the definition, implementation, and promotion of internal and external communication, particularly for the research institutes. • Promote applied research projects, popularize scientific communications, and ensure the consistency of the institutional image. • Design and execute communication actions contributing to the prominence of the institutes and the implementation of internal communication actions at the Haute Ecole de Gestion. • Independently ensure the organization of internal events, editorial management, and coordination of the communication activities of the institutes as well as the internal communication of the HEG, in collaboration with research teams, internal and external partners, Management, and the HEG/HES-SO Valais-Wallis communication service. Your profile • You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in communication, journalism, marketing, public relations, multimedia, or an equivalent field. • You possess good knowledge of the research and innovation ecosystem at local, national, and international levels. Experience in research support is an asset. • You have several years of professional experience in the field of communication. • You demonstrate very good analytical and synthesis skills and a high sense of detail. • You combine adaptability and organizational skills, even during periods of high workload. • You have experience in organizing scientific events (conferences, workshops). • Skills in video content creation are an asset. • Your native language is German or French with good knowledge of the 2nd national language and English. Activity rate 80% to be discussed Workplace Sierre Start date immediately or to be agreed M. Francesco Vadala, deputy director at the Haute Ecole de Gestion, will provide you with all the requested information regarding the job description upon request (francesco.vadala(a)hevs.ch). We invite you to submit your complete application file (CV, cover letter, diplomas, and work certificates) by clicking on the "Apply" button until August 20, 2026. Only applications registered online will be considered. *** To strengthen its team and particularly the communication team of its research institutes, the Haute Ecole de Gestion is announcing the following position: Communications Officer Your task • Support the Management in the definition, implementation, and promotion of internal and external communication, particularly in the area of research institutes • Increasing the visibility of applied research projects, preparing scientific content for target groups, and ensuring a coherent institutional appearance • Development and implementation of communication measures to strengthen the visibility of the institutes as well as the further development of internal communication of the Haute Ecole de Gestion • Independent organization of internal events as well as editorial support and coordination of the communication activities of the institutes and the internal communication of the school in collaboration with the research teams, internal and external partners, the Management, as well as the communication and marketing service of the school and the HES-SO Valais-Wallis Your profile • Bachelor's or Master's degree in communication, journalism, marketing, public relations, multimedia or a related field • Several years of experience in a comparable function • Good knowledge of the research and innovation ecosystem on a local, national and international level; experience in research funding is an advantage • Strong analytical and synthesis skills as well as a high attention to detail • Adaptability and organizational talent even under high workload • Experience in organizing scientific events (conferences, workshops) • Knowledge of video content creation is an advantage • Native language German or French with good knowledge of the 2nd cantonal language and English Employment rate 80% (or by agreement) Workplace Sierre Start date immediately or by agreement Francesco Vadala, deputy director of the Haute Ecole de Gestion, will be happy to provide you with any further information (francesco.vadala(a)hevs.ch). We ask you to submit your complete application documents (CV, cover letter, diplomas and work certificates) by August 20, 2026, by clicking on Apply online. Only online applications will be considered.