About the Nickel Institute
The Nickel Institute (NI) is the global association of leading primary nickel producers. Its mission is to advocate for the responsible supply and sustainable development of nickel and the nickel industry. Through its science division NiPERA Inc., the Nickel Institute undertakes leading-edge scientific research relevant to human health and the environment. The NI is the center of excellence for information on nickel and nickel-containing materials and has offices in Asia, Europe and North America.
The Nickel Institute is looking for a Manager, Public Policy to address the EU, and support the global, advocacy activities around regulatory challenges affecting member companies.
Job Description
The main objective of this position is to ensure science-based and proportionate regulation by developing strategies and positions related to regulatory developments that could impact safe production and use of nickel and nickel compounds. The focus is on EU-related regulation working with the EU Institutions and engaging in the EU policy process.
Regulations of interest are with respect to environment (e.g. water, air, site emissions, sustainability), chemicals (restrictions), product-related regulations (materials in contact with food, drinking water, etc.), occupational health. You will also advise and provide policy support to NI colleagues at global level.
You will provide strategic insight, advice and guidance to the Nickel Institute members regarding political and legislative developments, regulatory challenges and opportunities. This is done by tracking, engaging and reporting on regulatory issues potentially impacting nickel production and use within the EU and globally (UN, OECD); building stakeholder alliances for outreach towards policy-makers and regulators at EU and national level; and developing strategies to constructively engage with the European Institutions throughout the political process.
Developing and maintaining a healthy stakeholder network at EU and internationally including downstream users, end users, national authorities and EU Institutions is a key requirement. Active participation in international and regional associations and coalitions, especially Eurometaux, is required to ensure that the NI’s views are represented in broader industry strategies.
You will be expected expected to work very closely with NiPERA, the Nickel Institute’s scientific arm and with colleagues in the Brussels and global offices of the NI in order to ensure a science‐based and balanced positioning in regulatory discussions at global level.
The Manager, Public Policy will report to the Director, Public Policy & Sustainability of the Nickel Institute, and will be working in the Nickel Institute’s Brussels office which is located in the heart of the European district at Rue Belliard 12, 1040 Brussels.
Your profile
Qualifications
- A University degree, preferably in law, political sciences, sciences or other related fields. Having a degree in European Studies is an asset.
- 5+ years of relevant working experience in an EU institution, authorities / industry and/or consultancy and/or trade associations.
- Good knowledge of the EU decision making processes, including secondary legislation.
- Knowledge of environmental, chemicals and product regulations are an asset.
- Ability to build productive relationships with regulators, trade associations and other stakeholders.
- Excellent skills in communication, persuasion, networking, and interpersonal relationships across cultures.
- Previous success working in a team environment.
- Demonstrated self‐starter with previous experience in working autonomously.
- Available to travel within and outside EU.
- Excellent oral and written English communication skills, knowledge of other languages (e.g., French, Italian) is an asset.
Why should you be interested in this opportunity?
- The Nickel Institute provides a dynamic and flexible team environment where people are engaged, collaborative and doing meaningful work.
- The Nickel Institute creates the best of both office and remote work to ensure team connectivity as well as work-life balance.
- You will be part of a culture that values work, team spirit and fun, and which encourages and supports colleagues around the globe.
- You will be part of a team that cares about individual team members personal and professional well-being.
