Food Systems Officer
il y a 4 semaines
Vacancy #:
- 7126- Unit:
- European Regional Office - EU Policy- Organisation:
- International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)- Location:
- European Regional Office Belgium, Brussels, Belgium- Brussels- Reporting to:
- Senior Officer - Natural Resources- Work percentage:
- 100%- Grade:
- P1- Expected start date:
- 01 February 2025- Type of contract:
- Fixed-term (12 months)- Closing date:
- 10 January 2025 BACKGROUND
IUCN is the world’s oldest and largest global environmental network - a democratic membership union with more than 1,400 government and NGO member organizations, and almost 15,000 volunteer scientists in more than 160 countries. IUCN’s work is supported by more than 1,000 professional staff in 45 offices and hundreds of partners in public, NGO and private sectors around the world. Its headquarters are based in Gland, Switzerland.
The IUCN European Regional Office (EURO) provides vital linkages for IUCN Members, National Committees, Commissions and the Secretariat to governments, EU institutions, NGOs, scientists, practitioners, the private sector and other stakeholders to accelerate the implementation of the European Green Deal, the EU 2030 Biodiversity Strategy and related national and regional biodiversity plans. It provides knowledge and advise decision makers to improve conservation policy and action, connect and engage.
Under the supervision of the Senior Policy and Project Officer - Natural Resources and in close collaboration with other staff of the Programme and Policy team, the Policy Food Systems Officer will ensure the implementation, coordination and reporting of projects and contribute to the development of the team’s policy.
The Policy Food Systems Officer will be responsible for performing the following tasks specifically:
- Support the implementation of the IUCN European Regional Programme and contribute to internal IUCN discussions on agriculture, land use and relevant related policies;
- Follow and analyse EU and international policy developments related to sustainable agriculture and other related policies;
- Coordinate and implement thematically-aligned projects with a primary focus on sustainable agriculture, liaising with partners and donors as required;
- Carry out technical and administrative project activities, project assessments, monitoring, reporting, processing of invoices, etc.;
- Liaise with relevant environmental and agricultural stakeholders towards carrying out project and policy-related activities;
- Organisation and assistance with the preparation of events such as seminars, workshops or dialogues;
- Elaboration of reports, policy briefs and brochures;
- Identification of communications opportunities and drafting content for communication material;
- Assist senior staff in coordinating and planning the implementation of IUCN’s European Regional Programme and the team’s project activities;
- Support the development of new project proposals;
- Relevant tasks in support of related IUCN work as needed.
The above job description contains the main duties and responsibilities for this position. However, in an organisation such as IUCN, staff members are expected to show flexibility in their approach to work and be willing to undertake other tasks that are reasonably allocated to them, but which are not part of their regular job description. Where any task becomes a regular part of an employee's responsibilities, the job description will be changed in consultation with the employee, their line manager and the Human Resources Management Group.
REQUIREMENTS
- Affinity with the vision and mission of IUCN;
- Knowledge of European nature conservation and/or agriculture legislation and policies, as well as familiarity with EU funding and policy processes is a strong asset;
- Complete fluency in English, including excellent writing and editing skills; good level of other relevant European languages is an asset but not essential;
- Detail
- and outcome-oriented; organization, multitasking, and problem-solving skills;
- Strong research, analytical and writing skills; detail
- and outcome-oriented; able to work on multiple task simultaneously; organization, multitasking, and problem-solving skills;
- Ability to work within a team and independently;
- Ability to meet tight deadlines without compromising the quality of outputs;
- Highly motivated to learn and develop new skills, keen to bring in own ideas;
- Ability to travel occasionally;
- EU National and/or holder of a Belgian work permit.
APPLICATIONS
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
**_About IUCN_**
- IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, privat
-
Senior Policy Advisor Sustainable Food Systems
Il y a 7 mois
Brussels, Belgique The Nature Conservancy Temps plein**OFFICE LOCATION**: Brussels, Belgium **WHO WE ARE**: The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our...
-
System Administrator
Il y a 4 mois
Brussels, Belgique Uni Systems Temps pleinAt Uni Systems, we are working towards turning digital visions into reality. We are continuously growing and we are looking for a System Administrator to join our UniQue team! **What will you be bringing to the team?** - Administration of client-specific infrastructures, systems and services, such as file and print - 2nd level support; - Installation and...
-
Food &health Content Manager
il y a 2 jours
Brussels, Belgique European Food Information Council Temps pleinEUFIC Food &Health Content Manager **About us** EUFIC - the European Food Information Council, is a non-profit organisation that provides sciencebased information on food and health. We are passionate science and communication experts who believe in the power of knowledge, and in a world where people choose to live healthily because they know how to. To...
-
IT Systems Administrator
Il y a 4 mois
Brussels, Belgique Uni Systems Temps pleinAt Uni Systems, we are working towards turning digital visions into reality. We are continuously growing and we are looking for a IT Systems Administrator to join our UniQue team in Brussels! **What will you be bringing to the team?** - Responsible to work against the Institution HQ ticketing system and ensure all incoming Incidents and Service - Assist in...
-
Policy Officer Food Systems
il y a 4 semaines
Brussels, Brussels, Belgique Broederlijk Delen VZW Temps pleinHet huidige team beleid van Broederlijk Delen (6 Policy Officers) is op zoek naar een nieuwe Policy Officer Food Systems (80%). We be nvloeden in België, op Europees niveau en in onze partnerlanden het beleid en maken nationaal en internationaal beweging. We hebben expertise rond voedselsystemen, grondstoffen en mensenrechten in Afrika en Latijns-Amerika....
-
Director, Wfp Global Office in Brussels
il y a 2 semaines
Brussels, Belgique World Food Programme Temps plein**.**: **ABOUT WFP**: The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children,...
-
System Administrator Food
il y a 2 semaines
Brussels, Belgique Sander & Partners Temps pleinWe are currently looking for a Junior System Administrator to join one of our partners, a leading company in the food and beverage market. **System Administrator: The company** **System Administrator: The role** The system administrator will work on the following missions: - Resolves second-level issues. - Manages and troubleshoots network security and...
-
Partneships Officer
Il y a 3 mois
Brussels, Belgique World Food Programme Temps pleinDEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 24 October 2024-23:59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Brussels) ABOUT WFP The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of...
-
Partnerships Officer
il y a 4 semaines
Brussels, Belgique World Food Programme Temps pleinDEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 19 January 2025-23:59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Brussels) ABOUT WFP The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of...
-
Policy Officer Food Systems M/V/X
il y a 4 semaines
Brussels, Brussels, Belgique Broederlijk Delen VZW Temps pleinHet huidige team beleid van Broederlijk Delen (6 Policy Officers) is op zoek naar een nieuwe Policy Officer Food Systems (80%). We be nvloeden in België, op Europees niveau en in onze partnerlanden het beleid en maken nationaal en internationaal beweging. We hebben expertise rond voedselsystemen, grondstoffen en mensenrechten in Afrika en Latijns-Amerika....
-
Coordinator
Il y a 3 mois
Brussels, Belgique EU Food Policy Coalition Temps plein**Job Category**: **Policy** **Job Experience**: **3 to 5 years** **Job Location**: **Brussels** **Expiration Date**: **23 Oct 2024** **Job Details**: - **Experience**: Minimum 3 years - **Location**: Flexible teleworking from Brussels, regular office presence required - **Start Date**: January 2025 or ASAP **About the EU FPC** The EU FPC unites civil...
-
Food & Beverage Manager
Il y a 7 mois
Brussels, Belgique Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts Temps plein**YOUR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** - **Financial returns**: - Participate in the preparation of the annual departmental operating budget and financial plans. Monitor budget and control expenses with a focus on food, beverage, and labor costs. - In partnership with the catering office, identify additional sales opportunities to enhance revenue. Drive...
-
Food Safety Director
Il y a 2 mois
Brussels, Belgique FoodDrinkEurope Temps plein**Job Category**: **Other** **Job Experience**: **9 and more** **Job Location**: **Brussels** **Expiration Date**: **04 Dec 2024** **Responsibilities** The successful applicant will: - Lead FoodDrinkEurope’s Food Safety Department, developing an ambitious strategy and managing the departmental team. - Represent FoodDrinkEurope at external events,...
-
Food Shelf-life Testing Specialis
Il y a 7 mois
Brussels, Belgique HANDARY Temps pleinHandary specializes in food shelf-life solutions. We use experimental food-deterioration diagnostics and natural active ingredients to effectively preserve the freshness, safety, and quality of food throughout its intended shelf life. Additionally, we offer shelf-life testing services to accurately determine the appropriate date marking for food...
-
Senior Implementation Consultant
il y a 7 jours
Brussels, Belgique Veeva Systems Temps pleinVeeva is a mission-driven organization that aspires to help our customers in Life Sciences and Regulated industries bring their products to market, faster. We are shaped by our values: Do the Right Thing, Customer Success, Employee Success, and Speed. Our teams develop transformative cloud software, services, consulting, and data to make our customers more...
-
Junior Sales Controller
il y a 2 semaines
Brussels, Belgique Eurofins Campus Temps pleinCompany Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with...
-
Food and Beverage Manager
Il y a 7 mois
Brussels, Belgique JLL Temps pleinJLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally. Job Responsibilities - Oversee all Food Service operations and activities including Third Party Service contractors. - Single point of contact for all food service-related items - Establish and maintain a sound Food Services management program ensuring appropriate staffing in accordance with Client...
-
Junior Project Manager
il y a 4 jours
Brussels, Belgique Eurofins Campus Temps pleinCompany Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with...
-
Pos-systems Administrator
Il y a 7 mois
Brussels, Belgique Le Pain Quotidien Temps plein**The Position** In support of our restaurants located in Belgium, France, The Netherlands and the UK we are looking for a cash-register systems administrator. You will be joining our IT-systems management team located in Tour & Taxis Brussels working out of our international HQ. Below a short overview of your main tasks: - You are responsible for the...
-
Plant Manager Food
il y a 2 jours
Brussels, Belgique 3W Select Interim Management Temps plein**Plant Manager Food**: Supply Chain & Operations Management IBrussels Area I40 uur Our client is a Belgian company leader in the food sector. To support their growth, the company is looking for a Plant Manager to pilot the slicing/packaging site of specific food products. As a strong and respectful people manager, you lead the department where...
