Public Affairs Manager

Job description

Public Affairs Manager

“I want to make an impact locally and have an influence globally”

Nestlé S.A., Vevey, Switzerland Defined period of time contract (3 years),act. rate 100%

The Nestlé Group is the world's largest food and beverage company with 89.8 billion Swiss Francs in sales in 2017. It is present in 189 countries around the world, has 413 factories and its 323,000 employees are committed to Nestlé's purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Nestlé offers a wide portfolio of products and services for people and their pets throughout their lives. Its more than 2000 brands range from global icons like Nescafé or Nespresso to local favourites. Company performance is driven by its Nutrition, Health and Wellness strategy. Nestlé is based in the Swiss town of Vevey where it was founded more than 150 years ago. Learn more about our Group and reasons to join us on www.nestle.com.

As a Public Affairs Manager , your main responsibility will be to contribute to the implementation of the company purpose in the Communities and Planet impact areas.

Key responsibilities

· Contribute to the development and implementation of the sustainability agenda of the company
· Develop and implement a stakeholder engagement and advocacy strategies with a strong focus on issues impacting the company's growth drivers
· Manage the coordination and implementation of Nestlé's Global Youth Initiative
· Lead the implementation of Nestlé's Human Rights Due Diligence Programme
· Lead the implementation of the Responsible Sourcing Communications and Engagement Strategy
· Effectively anticipate and manage issues related to sustainability topics in close coordination with the Issue Management (IM) Lead
· Draft reactive and proactive position statements and responses to stakeholder concerns in accordance with the IM process

Required Profile

· Minimum a Masters' degree in sustainability, economic and social sciences, international relations, political science or equivalent is required
· Minimum of 7 years of experience working on social and/or environmental sustainability issues
· Outstanding oral and written communications skills, with experience in issue management
· Solid business experience
· Proven ability to successfully multi-task and thrive in response to competing priorities and demands
· Strong interpersonal skills that balance persuasive communication and respect for others
· Mother-tongue level in English, both written and spoken. Other languages an asset.

Show us that you have high commitment to integrity, confidentiality and principle-based decision-making. Your ability to work in team will be key element. If your profile corresponds to the description, please apply in English at www.nestle.com/jobs .