Roche Switzerland bridges the gap between pharmaceuticals and diagnostics. Important research and development functions are located here. For our long-term client, F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG in Basel, we are looking for a
Manager, Strategic Initiatives
Background:
Group Communications (GC) shapes Roche’s corporate image and represents the company’s voice at Group level. It communicates Roche’s strategy and its purpose of “Doing now what patients need next” to both internal and external audiences.
GC develops integrated global campaigns, provides communication platforms, and supports business partners and affiliates in engaging their audiences. Its goal is to build stakeholder trust, strengthen Roche’s brand and reputation, and create a favourable environment for the business. GC aims to be innovative, forward-looking, creative, and bold.
The communications vision is to inspire the world about Roche’s contribution to people’s health.
The Brand & Digital Experience Centre of Excellence (CoE) brings together creativity, insights, and technology to shape how Roche is experienced. It transforms the brand into experiences through storytelling, digital platforms, and campaigns that build trust, foster connection, and advance healthcare.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
- Partner with the Head of Brand & Digital Experience and CoE leadership to translate strategic priorities into clear, actionable workplans and measurable outcomes.
- Drive planning and coordination of cross- chapter initiatives, ensuring clarity of scope, accountability, and delivery timelines.
- Manage and continuously improve team processes such as OKRs, prioritisation frameworks, and demand management workflows to maintain focus and efficiency.
- Support financial and resource planning, including budget tracking, purchase orders, and vendor coordination, ensuring resources are allocated strategically and transparently.
- Support the management and continuous improvement of Roche’s digital technology landscape in collaboration with IT and Informatics partners — ensuring tools are fit - for- purpose, compliant, and future- ready.
- Lead or contribute to special strategic projects such as AI enablement, DEX evolution, or digital transformation pilots.
- Maintain and evolve Roche’s internal digital community ecosystem (gSites, knowledge hubs, communication channels), ensuring colleagues can easily access guidance, updates, and onboarding materials.
- Coordinate internal communications for the Brand & Digital Experience CoE, including newsletters, leadership updates, and meeting agendas.
- Partner with external vendors and agency partners to ensure seamless collaboration, governance, and alignment with Roche’s digital standards.
- Help track and report on CoE progress and outcomes, ensuring data- driven visibility of impact and continuous improvement.
Must Haves:
- 5+ years of experience in programme management, digital communications, or strategic enablement roles, ideally within a global organisation.
- Proven ability to manage multiple cross- functional projects with competing priorities.
- Excellent coordination and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to drive alignment across diverse teams.
- Fluency in English (written and spoken); other languages are an advantage.
Nice to Have:
- Strong understanding of digital ecosystems, tools, and governance models.
- Experience in process design, workflow management, or team enablement systems (OKRs, demand management, resource planning).
- Strong financial acumen and familiarity with procurement or budget processes.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into insights and recommendations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A proactive, collaborative, and solutions- oriented mindset.
What you will be offered:
- An opportunity to work in one of the world's most important pharmaceutical companies
- Modern campus with plenty of green spaces and meeting areas
- Central location in Basel
- Varied job profile
- Further training opportunities through temptraining
- Working in a dynamic and motivated team
If you are interested please send your application documents addressed to Ms Diana Afonso.
Basel-Stadt programme management strategic global organisation stakeholder management OKRs procurment and budget processes