Manager EU Agricultural Policy

pAt Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining 'impossible'. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice. /ph3Manager EU Agricultural Policy /h3pThe Manager EU Agricultural Policy will define, set-up and implement public affairs activities in the areas of agricultural, biotechnology and food systems policies to achieve business objectives in the EU. You will be accountable for advocacy and engagement strategy development and implementation related to the company’s crop science business to drive development of science-based policies that enable our business objectives in innovation, sustainability and digital transformation with a focus on the seeds and traits business. In addition, you will lead public affairs activities of the company in the area of EU trade policy and monitor geopolitical developments with impact on Bayer’s EU business in close collaboration with our global team. /ppIn this role you will analyze relevant political initiatives and regulatory proposals and support the respective positioning process of the company, drive engagement with EU Institutions and other relevant stakeholders in the defined policy areas and ensure effective internal coordination with relevant business units to support the business from a public affairs perspective as well as assist senior leadership engagement with EU policymakers. /ph3YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES /h3ulliMonitoring and early warning about policy developments in the field of biotech, food systems and agricultural policies relevant to the business of Bayer. /liliEstablish and maintain a strong external network to decision-makers in the biotech, food systems and agricultural policy arena for Bayer at EU level. /liliJointly define and develop public affairs strategies in agreement with business goals and take on responsibility for implementation. Establish and lead cross-functional teams to drive positive policy outcomes. /liliLead writing of policy advocacy positions, issue briefs, analyses reports related to portfolio under responsibility and contribute to global policy advocacy positions and issue briefs. /liliClosely cooperate with CS business units to evaluate the business impact of legislative proposal in the field of seeds and traits policy. /liliContribute to the positioning of Senior Management and their messaging towards political key opinion leaders at EU level in close cooperation with the business. /liliGuide external service providers to steer their work in support of our advocacy initiatives. /liliCollaborate with colleagues in expert functions and divisions including coordination of outreach with public affairs colleagues in EU Member States to ensure impact and business relevance of the activities. /liliRepresent Bayer at relevant industry associations and coordinate joint stakeholder initiatives. /li /ulh3WHO YOU ARE /h3ulliUniversity degree (Master or above) in economy, law, political science, agronomy or equivalent. /liliAt least 8-10 years of experience in public and governmental affairs and/or EU institutions. /liliSound knowledge and understanding of Crop Science business/environment and ability to advance initiatives through strategic communication with a diverse set of external stakeholders. /liliExtended network, particularly within EU Institutions and EU food value chain organizations. /liliPrevious work experience in one of the EU Institutions would be a plus. /liliStrong analytical skills strategic thinker. /liliExcellent negotiation and presentation capabilities. /liliBeing open-minded and challenging the status-quo. /liliExcellent knowledge in English required, working knowledge of other EU languages is a plus. /li /ulh3WHAT BAYER OFFERS YOU /h3ulliAn excellent competitive salary /liliVacation allowance, meal vouchers, year-end premium and bonus (based on company results) /liliCompany car, laptop and smartphone /lili34 days of leave (20 legal days, 12 work time reduction days and 2 Bayer days) /liliGroup insurance which contains a defined contribution pension plan, life insurance and disability plan, hospitalization insurance, travel insurance /liliBicycle lease plan /liliAn inspiring working environment with professional and committed colleagues /liliA successful innovative organization with international career possibilities /liliChallenges and possibilities to learn and to develop /liliAt Bayer, we value your well-being.

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