Job Number:
HC-03903
Date Posted:
March 19, 2026
Position Title:
Public Affairs Manager
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Office/Company:
Cefic
Reports To:
Location:
Brussels, BE
Contact:
Salary:
The EU chemical industry is the industry of all industries; whether you look at wind turbines, batteries, insulation, recycling technologies, all these materials depend on chemicals. Chemicals are known as the backbone of Europe’s economy; representing over 1.2 million workers, €655 billion turnover and €10.2 billion R&I investments in 2023. Yet in the past decade the chemicals industry has faced major challenges; having lost around 11 million metric tons of chemical production capacity in Europe in the past two years alone, corresponding to 10,000-20,000 jobs possibly impacted, and a further 150,000-200,000 jobs at stake.
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
Public Affairs Manager – Cefic- Develop and execute advocacy strategies aligned with Cefic’s priorities, particularly within the framework of the Political Guidelines for the European Commission 2024-2029, including the Clean Industrial Deal.- Academic background: preferably MA or MSc in Toxicology, Chemistry/Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or any other applied or political sciences.
Responsibilities:
• - Monitor legislative and policy developments to assess their impact and propose aligned strategies.
• - Engage with EU policymakers (European Commission, Council of the EU, European Parliament) to ensure our industry’s voice is heard.
• - Collaborate with Cefic members, national federations, and industry networks to coordinate advocacy efforts.
• - Prepare briefings, position papers, and advocacy materials to support Cefic’s objectives.
• - Organise and participate in events, meetings, and public affairs initiatives to enhance Cefic’s outreach and influence.
Qualifications:
• - Excellent project management skills.
• - Strong advocacy skills and experience with EU regulatory framework and in particular with chemical legislation such as REACH.
• - Analytical thinker, at ease with scientific discussions.
• - Ability to write clear and concise texts translating communication from authorities into actions for the members.
• - Strong interpersonal skills and ability to negotiate and solve conflicts.
• - Motivated to represent the voice of industry and influence policy and guidance.
Instructions:
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