Overall description
Copa-Cogeca, the leading EU organisation representing European farmers and agri-cooperatives, is looking for a new Secretary-General to lead its Brussels Secretariat. The Secretary General provides strategic guidance to Copa and Cogeca members and has a strong focus on strengthening member engagement. They will also proactively seek opportunities to advance the Copa and Cogeca political mission in Brussels as well as in member states across the EU.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordination of all advocacy and policy actions of
the associations as well as of all preparatory activities
carried out by Copa-Cogeca working parties (WPs);
- Influencing of EU policymaking and shaping a
regulatory environment favourable to European
Agriculture and forestry sectors;
- Reinforcing and building strong relationship
with high representatives of the EU institutions
and other stakeholders organisations;
- Ensuring that internal and external communication
is effective and punctual;
- Management of the Copa-Cogeca budget, human
resources and Secretariat administration;
Qualifications
- A minimum of 15 years' of experience in
lobbying and public affairs at national,
European, or international level (i.e. public
authorities, trade associations). They have
expertise in proposing implementable and
innovative advocacy strategies;
- Proven strategic leadership experience with
excellent organisational
skills, outstanding diplomatic and
negotiator with political acumen;
- Exceptional communication abilities,
encompassing public speaking and
presentations at conferences and seminars.
Fluency in English and good command of,
at least one other European language,
with a strong preference for French;
- A university degree to Masters level, ideally
in agriculture, economics,
law, social or political sciences;
- A strategic thinker with a solid
understanding of the needs,
strengths and weaknesses of the agriculture
and forestry sectors
Application
- A CV and a motivation letter should be sent to the Executive Search team at Dober Partners: natalia@doberpartners.com, michele@doberpartners.com, michele@doberpartners.com
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