Government & Industry Affairs Manager in Eastern Europe
Corteva Agriscience™ is the global pure-play agriculture company that provides farmers around the world with the most complete portfolio in the industry - including a balanced and diverse mix of seed, crop protection and digital solutions, serves to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come. Our employees fulfill this purpose everyday by building/participating in an inclusive culture where we encourage each other to stay curious, think differently, act boldly and do what's right for our customers, our co-workers, our partners and our planet. With over 20,000 team members from 130 countries, innovating in 140 world class R&D facilities, we have the resources, leadership heritage and partner ecosystem to make a meaningful impact now and into the future.
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Your challenge
We’re looking for a Government & Industry Affairs Manager in Eastern Europe.
Learn how you can be our voice in the conversation about the future of agriculture.
Within this role you will be accountable for shaping and driving policy priorities for Corteva. The successful candidate develops and implements strategies aimed at enabling business target achievement in agricultural policy making, working closely together with regulatory science and regional divisional policy heads, in strong cooperation with the Head of EMEA Government and Industry Affairs to ensure strategic cohesion across the enterprise. You will ensure the development and execution of advocacy activities to enhance the company reputation and deliver growth to the business.
Key Responsibilities
As a Business Partner for the Central Eastern Europe business division, you assess the upcoming political and regulatory trends, the development and implementation of strategies and business-specific policies, public affairs and stakeholder relations plans related to agriculture, crop protection, seeds and digital farming.
Conduct stakeholder analysis and outreach with business related, government, non-government, NGO advocacy groups and trade associations in accordance with Corteva policies.
Develop public affairs tools and best practices to enable continuous improvement of functional capabilities and enhance public affairs strategies and implementation.
Proactively manage Corteva reputation in the external environment.
Coordinate with other relevant functions both regional and global
Support the Regional Government & Industry Affairs lead develop policies and procedures that involve knowledge, expertise and awareness of government legislation.
Accountable for ensuring alignment with strategic direction to the business and Government and Industry Affairs organization, with focus on development and execution of public policy Initiatives, advocacy and business development.
Establish and maintains relationships with regional regulators, legislators, policymakers and agri-business leaders.
Participate in the development and implementation of budgets for expenses related to advocacy activities, trade association memberships and political contributions.
Facilitate interactions by business and functional representatives with key policy officials, including advising legislation, regulatory proposals and policy debates.
Conduct all duties in accordance with Corteva core values and core services.
Key Stakeholders and Interactions:
You will leverage key Europe-based external stakeholders and strong relationship management skills to protect and promote Corteva’s products portfolio and freedom to operate.
It will be critical that you are a team player that can effectively work against strategic priorities set by the business and Government and Industry affairs leadership. This requires two-way communication and regular touch points with management team in Central Eastern Europe, Europe and global organization, the ability to identify and flag new and changing issues, and the capacity to handle changing priorities with agility.
Location in Eastern Europe – preferably Kyiv
To Grow What Matters, You Will Need
Minimum 6 to 10 years of extensive experience in government and/or industry affairs (variety of assignments is preferred) with demonstrated global perspective and regional markets knowledge – more seniority is considerable.
BS or BA preferably in public policy, public affairs, government or related field.
Solid network within Eastern Europe landscape, especially but not limited to Academia, political institutions and industry but also with internal management & staff;
Proven knowledge of the Government and Industry within European region, multi-lateral agency, trade associations, policy environment and decision-making processes.
Demonstrated understanding of how government officials develop and implement policy with the ability to analyze government policy/legislation and advocate corporate positions before senior policy makers, legislative staff, and the administration.
Demonstrated ability to partner with government bodies to collaborate and secure incentives to operate and innovate, as well as, build partnerships and colitations across value chain entities to advance common policy adjectives.
Experience in a multinational corporation or association focused on innovative sectors and/or food and agriculture sectors is preferred but not a must.
Demonstrated experience counseling and establishing credibility among executives.
Full working proficiency English and Ukrainian. Additional official language spoken within the EU on a near native level is a plus.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in combination with cross-functional and cross-national management skills; ability to communicate complex matters in clear and succinct manner.
Availability to travel at least 30% of the time.
Who Are We Looking For?
Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team
Market shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world’s growing need for food
Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment
Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader
Growing What Matters Starts With You… What We Can Offer To Help You Grow?
Opportunity to be part of a global industry leader working to discover solutions to the most pressing agricultural challenges of our time
Challenging work assignments that grow your skills, capabilities and experiences
Opportunities for international rotations and relocation that will expand your global view and cultural experience
Diverse, inclusive work environment where employees bring their whole selves to work and feel heard, valued and empowered
Dedicated and customized resources to help grow your professional skills, industry expertise and personal perspectives.
Joining us is a natural opportunity to strengthen your professional network through valuable relationships.
Support the health and well-being of every employee by offering world-class benefits, meaningful work and competitive salary
Performance driven culture with a strong focus on speed, efficiency and agility
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