The Secretariat of Copa-Cogeca wich represents European farmers and European agri-cooperatives is recruiting 1 Policy Advisor responsible for Wine, Olives and Olive Oil, Spirits, Hops, Hemp, Flax and Cotton.
His/Her main fonctions will be to:
- Monitor the European policy initiatives, market developments and identify emerging trends and issues, particularly in the sectors mentioned above.
- Provide thorough analysis of developments, their impacts for Copa-Cogeca members and develop Copa-Cogeca positions.
- Orginise and coordinate the respective Copa-Cogeca Working Parties.
- Develop, in collaboration with members (and external stakeholders when necessary) lobbying strategies and activities to influence the EU Institutions and external partners.
- Collaborate with the colleagues and in particulat with the Communication team on a communication strategy for the Trade and Commodities team. You will always consider to turn policy arguments into convincing communication measures.
- Develop networking with member organisations of Copa, Cogeca and other European stakeholders and NGOs.
- Report to the Director of Commodities and Trade.
Profile:
- University degree (Ms.) in agronomy, political science, or economics. Other degrees might be taken into account if completed by relevant experience in the agrifood sector.
- A strong understanding of EU policy making and market knowledge.
- Understanding of CAP, Energy and Environmental policies.
- 2/3 years professional experience in the EU public affairs (agrifood sector).
- English and French are required. Other EU language(s) are an advantage.
- Very good sense of team spirit and team coordination.
- Strong analytical skills and effcicient communicator.
- Computer literacy: MS Office
Please send your application (CV + covering letter in EN or FR) by e-mail to: fernando.castillo@copa-cogeca.eu by 14th February 2020.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
this job offer is not open for applications
