European Policy Office Specialist - Lobbying and Advocacy

FOUR PAWS Europe

Brussels, Belgium

Would you like to contribute to something meaningful and work with us on our mission? This is your chance. We are looking for dedicated people to enrich our team.

Your contribution will be

Developing, refining, and implementing policy and advocacy strategies and outputs on key legislative files in collaboration with relevant departments, units and country offices;
Conducting lobbying and advocacy with EU, national, and international policymakers and stakeholders, monitoring progress and reporting regularly;
Proactively identifying opportunities and drive momentum on key policy objectives, including by harnessing the full potential of EU institutional engagement;
Developing and review science-backed advocacy material such as reports, position papers, briefings and other publications and communications for institutional audiences and the public;
Establishing and maintaining relationships with a broad network of key institutional and other stakeholders to advance policy priorities;
Staying ahead of political and policy developments tied to animal welfare, monitoring and responding to publications to capitalize on opportunities where relevant;
Representing in meetings and fora, including through speeches and presentations;
Organizing meetings and advocacy events.

Your profile ideally illustrates

Strong understanding of EU institutions, policies, processes and stakeholders;
Proven experience in EU public affairs, including the successful design and implementation of lobbying and advocacy strategies;
Professional experience in an EU policy-focused role, ideally in animal welfare, animal health, conservation, biodiversity, agriculture or environmental policy;
Demonstrated track record in policy monitoring and analysis;
Ability to engage effectively with decision makers at EU, national, and international levels;
Excellent analytical, organisational, negotiation, networking, and communication skills, combined with a high level of social competence;
Educational background in EU affairs, political science, law, wildlife science or other related field of studies;
Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written) – other languages are an asset;
Willingness to travel on an irregular basis;
Passion for animal welfare and FOUR PAWS' vision and mission.