CEFIC IS LOOKING FOR A COMMUNICATION MANAGER FOR ITS PUBLIC AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT,

Mission of the role

Leading the Communcations activities for the Petrochemicals Europe industry sector and contributing tribute to Cefic’s wider Green Deal advocacy communications agenda, including our Digital Public Affairs programmes.

The successful candidate will play an instrumental role in Cefic’s newly enhanced public affairs unit, working closely with other communications team members responsible for press office, digital communications and events. They will also work closely with the advocacy teams working with the EU institutions to ensure Cefic remains well connected to relevant areas of the growing EU policy agenda.

A major content focus of this role will be to drive the external and internal communications strategy for one of Cefic’s largest sector groups, Petrochemicals Europe, as it guides its member companies through the implementation of the EU Green Deal. The role will therefore provide opportunities to develop a deep understanding of key topics within the EU Green Deal including energy and climate, environmental, health and safety, chemicals, digital and wider industrial policies as well as the regulatory environment concerning implementation of chemicals legislation.

Are you inspired by these responsibilities?

You will:

• Drive the internal & external communication strategy, support the Executive Director and sector groups in designing and implementing communications, applying the latest digital communications tools.
• Manage development of all official Petrochemicals Europe and related sector group publications, such as press releases, op-eds, website texts, digital brochures, newsletters, etc.
• Develop, coordinate and (co-)write high quality media outputs, including press releases, op-eds, speaking points and briefing notes.
• Collaborate closely with other communications and advocacy colleagues to ensure coordination of media relations with other public affairs initiatives.
• Professionalize all Petrochemicals Europe’s digital communications and take the impact of this work to the next level.
• Coach and deliver through others where appropriate, acting as a focal point for assistants.
• Lead projects, events and initiatives and prepare engagements through conferences and webinars.
• Support industry working committees when required.
• Lead close monitoring of the media landscape, analytics and overall management of Petrochemicals Europe’s communication database.

Can you make the difference?

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following experience, competencies and personal qualities:

• University degree in journalism, communications, political sciences or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience of executing/leading communications campaigns including digital communications.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to understand complex policy and scientific issues and to articulate them in a simple, catchy way including using storytelling, case studies, illustrations, infographics and social media.
• Full professional proficiency in English (written and oral) additional European languages are an asset.
• Cooperative approach and teamworking spirit; advanced social skills, energy and drive.
• Good understanding of EU procedures and institutional framework – prior experience in Parliament, Council, Commission or public affairs role would be a definite asset.
• Ability to synthesize and translate complex, technical issues into clear and concise messages.
• Fully proficient using MS office and good understanding of social media channels.
• Accuracy and attention to detail; and proofreading skills.
• A curious personality, keen to learn and improve continuously.
• Prepared to live in Belgium (Brussels)

What do we offer?

• Working in a people oriented, international and dynamic culture at the centre of EU affairs
• Full time employment contract, competitive salary according to experience and several benefits.
• Opportunities for employee development (trainings, mentoring)
• Interviews via video conferencing during COVID-19 pandemic

Are you interested?

Please send your application with full curriculum vitae by 11 June 2021 to Cefic Jessica Bart-Williams, HR Officer Rue Belliard 40, b15, 1040 Brussels

NB: Please note that in the course of the recruitment process, your application may be shared with internal departments and/or Cefic members.

TO REINFORCE THE SUSTAINABLE CHEMICALS TEAM WITHIN THE PRODUCT STEWARDSHIP DEPARTMENT, CEFIC IS LOOKING FOR A (M/F/D)

Mission of the role

To coordinate the chemical industry response to the ongoing EU policy actions on sustainable products within the scope of the Sustainable Product Initiative (SPI), which is one of the measures highlighted in the in the EU Circular Economy Action Plan and in the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability to achieve ‘non-toxic material cycles’. The key product stewardship component of this initiative is the management of ‘substances of concern’ in products (coherence with chemicals policy, tracking and tracing, designing away, avoiding and replacing them where possible, transparency on chemical content, link to other sustainability initiatives, ecodesign, etc).

The successful candidate will organize and steer working groups of experts composed of a large group of member companies with diverse views that require convergence and decisions, to ensure alignment and effective positioning in the political and regulatory debate on issues in the Sustainable Products scope. Interaction with regulators and liaison with downstream industries as well as with the recycling/waste management community are also two components of this position.

Are you inspired by these responsibilities?

You will:

• Drive the development and delivery of position papers and actions on the above, and advocate them; coordinate the chemical industry input in public consultations and surveys
• Create an effective working relationship with regulators and the EU institutions; represent Cefic in the discussions with regulators and external stakeholders
• Liaise with other relevant industry associations and stakeholders and engage in a constructive dialogue, coordinated joint actions whenever necessary
• Represent Cefic and the European Chemical industry in Expert working groups and in relevant conferences and workshops
• Coordinate activities with Cefic public affairs and work closely with other colleagues, particularly with Cefic sector groups, to ensure consistency with the wider activities of Cefic, e.g. circular economy and innovation
• Contribute to and leverage related activities handled by other Cefic teams or departments (safe and sustainable by design, circular economy action plan policies, chemical recycling, substances in articles under REACH, substitution, etc.)
• Manage a fully functioning Issue Team on Sustainable Products, including the drafting of an advocacy plan and a communications plan for all issues falling under the Remit of the Sustainable Product Issue Team
• Position Cefic as a recognised and constructive stakeholder in the Sustainable Products Initiative (SPI) discussions and coordinate advocacy on SPI with other industry associations

Can you make the difference?

The successful candidate will be an experienced professional who demonstrates the following experience, competencies, and personal qualities:

• A master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental sciences, or related field
• At least 5 years of experience in EU chemicals policies, including experience in industry associations and/or EU institutions
• Knowledge of chemicals policy (REACH in particular) and/or experience with Ecodesign is preferred
• Proven ability to drive consensus among different parties representing a variety of interests
• Ability to drive actions forward with a results-oriented approach while adapting to a fast and dynamic regulatory/policy environment.
• Strong communication skills: ability to speak clearly and concisely in front of a group as well as the ability to translate complex technological concepts into layman language.
• Proficiency in English (written and oral), additional European languages are a definite asset.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills
• Balanced approach towards managing technical as well as non-technical challenges
• A good team player who is able to work as well independently as in a multi-functional and multicultural team.
• Excellent organisational, project management and computer skills.
• Pro-active with service and customer orientation
• Ready to travel (max. 10-20%).
• Prepared to live in Belgium (Brussels)

What do we offer?

• Working in a people oriented, international and dynamic culture at the centre of EU affairs
• Full time employment contract, Competitive salary according to experience and several benefits.
• Opportunities for employee development (trainings, mentoring)
• Interviews via video conferencing during COVID-19 pandemic

Are you interested?

Please send your application with full curriculum vitae by 18 June 2021 to Jessica Bart-Williams.

Please note that in the course of the recruitment process, your application may be shared with internal departments and/or Cefic members.

FOR ITS HALOGENS INDUSTRY SECTOR, CEFIC IS LOOKING FOR A FULL TIME (M/F/D).

Mission of the role

To perform a variety of administrative and clerical tasks to support the ESA (European Sulfuric Acid Association), EUROFLUOR and FPP4EU (FluoroProducts and PFAS for Europe) Sector Group managers.

Are you inspired by these responsibilities?

You will:

• Provide support for the organisation of international meetings (currently virtual meetings, but in the future also physical – and abroad):
• draft agendas, invitations, registration forms, and send out their final version together with any supporting document to members,
• for virtual meetings: organise web-meetings (MS Teams as main tool) and support the managers before, during and after the web-meeting, to ensure its smooth execution and follow-up,
• for physical meetings: organise travel & social events, follow up on the logistics before, during and after the meeting, provide on-site assistance when required, particularly for the ESA General Assembly (twice per year).
• Assist in financial follow-up, assist in preparing and distributing invoices to the membership.
• Maintain internal and external databases to ensure good communication towards the members.
• Archive documents and minutes according to Cefic internal procedures.
• Support the manager in maintaining and updating the SG websites.
• Actively contribute to the activities of the Halogens Industry Sector.
  

Can you make the difference?

The successful candidate will be an experienced professional who demonstrates the following experience and competencies:

• A bachelor’s degree in Office Management or similar.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of work experience as a management assistant or a similar role, experience within a member association is an asset.
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Good IT, web management and social media skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise work accordingly and multi-task
• Good interpersonal skills and pro-activeness
• Excellent level of English, written and spoken. Knowledge of other languages is an asset.
• Full proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Basic accounting skills

Required personal qualities

• A good team player who can work independently.
• Passionate about conscientious work and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and manage different priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• A customer-oriented attitude.
• Curious, fast learning and willing to improve continuously.

What we offer

• Working in a people oriented, international and dynamic culture at the centre of EU affairs
• Competitive salary according to experience and several benefits
• Interviews via video conferencing during COVID-19 pandemic

Are you interested?

Please send your application with full curriculum vitae by 4 June 2021 to Jessica Bart-Williams

Cefic, the European Chemical Industry Council, founded in 1972, is the voice of large, medium and small chemical companies across Europe, which provide 1.1 million jobs and account for about 15% of world chemicals production.

Cefic strives to be the best respected and most trusted business association in Europe. Based in Brussels, it is a committed partner to the European Union, interacting on behalf of its members with European institutions, non-governmental organisations, the media, and other stakeholders. As an active member of the International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA), Cefic seeks to strengthen existing cooperation with global organisations such as UNEP and the OECD to improve chemicals management worldwide.

Cefic is devoted to promoting a thriving chemical industry that is broadly recognised to provide sustainable, safe and resource efficient solutions, foster prosperity, growth and investments in Europe and Provide safe and resource efficient solutions to meet the challenges for future generations.

The Association’s mission is to:

• Serve its members by generating and aggregating scientific knowledge that fosters the purpose of the Association in critical areas,
• Offer services and expertise to its members in regulatory, scientific and technical matters,
• Engage, advocate and represent the industry in order to create the right support and policy frameworks in Europe and beyond,
• Add value as a collective compared to individual companies’ activities.

To reinforce the Petrochemicals Europe Industry Sector, Cefic is looking for a (M/F/D):

MISSION ON THE ROLE

Reporting to the Executive Director Petrochemicals Europe, you will manage the Sustainable Fuels Sector Group to implement the groups policy and strategic objectives.  You will coordinate the sector group activities and drive progress in developing and implementing new initiatives in Europe, Middle East and Africa.

ARE YOU INSPIRED BY THESE RESPONSIBILITIES?

You will:

• Expand the potential outlet and use of Sustainable Fuels across EMEA, Eastern Europe and articulate strategies and plans across growing demand regions.
• Ensure effective advocacy (contacts with regulatory or policy making bodies) and communication (publications, seminars, websites, extranet) of the industry positions.
• Establish, maintain and extend the network of relationships and alliances with various industrial players and downstream users.
• Monitor, analyse and interpret the existing and proposed policies & government legislation and its impact on member company activities.
• Organise and chair meetings, draft minutes and manage budgets.
• Establish and maintain a network of relationships, stakeholders and alliances with other relevant European stakeholders, media, NGO’s and other trade associations in EU, ME and Africa.
• Work closely similar associations in Asia and the Americas to ensure a global reach of Ethers advocacy with alignment on messaging, resources required and sharing best practices.
• Monitor and identify relevant (emerging) policy issues legislation on EU and member state level.
• Manage the impact of the Green Deal transition.
• Represent the industry in conferences, seminars, symposia

CAN YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCE?

The successful candidate will be an experienced professional who demonstrates the following experience, competencies, and personal qualities:

• A master’s degree in political sciences, international relations or related disciplines and/or in science, chemistry or related disciplines.
• Strong knowledge and background in fuels, refineries, gasoline streams and marketing, markets and European politics and institutions.
• Fuels experience in Africa would be highly welcomed.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in an international working environment. Experience within the chemical industry or another European association is an asset.
• Proven experience in international advocacy and engagement with the EU regulatory framework.
• Experience within the fuel industry and in EU association management would be a plus.
• Good knowledge and understanding of chemical-related regulatory matters, the chemical industry and the value chain is desirable.
• Full professional proficiency in English; additional languages are a definite asset.
• A good team player who is able to work as well independently as in a multi-functional and multicultural team.
• Strong communication skills: ability to speak clearly and concisely in front of a group; ability to deliver well-organized, very enthusiastic and convincing presentations and ability to adapt style and language to audience.
• Excellent writing, networking and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organisational, project management and computer skills.
• A curious personality, keen to learn and improve continuously.
• Pro-active with service and customer orientation
• Ready to travel (max. 10-20%).
• Prepared to live in Belgium (Brussels)

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• Working in a people oriented, international and dynamic culture at the centre of EU affairs
• Competitive salary according to experience and several benefits.
• Opportunities for employee development (trainings, mentoring)
• Interviews via video conferencing during COVID-19 pandemic

ARE YOU INTERESTED

Please send your application with full curriculum vitae to our HR department by 11th June 2021