Public Affairs Lead
ProVeg InternationalNetherlandsFarmed animal welfareProtein transition policyPolicyCommunications and outreach
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Why this is on the board
A single rule in The Hague or Brussels on what gets produced and eaten can affect more animals than thousands of people changing their shopping. In this role you write the papers and build the coalitions that politicians rely on: the decision is theirs, but you help decide which options are on the table.
About the role
Lead political advocacy strategy to accelerate protein transition through government engagement in the Netherlands and EU. - Develop and execute public affairs strategy, translating policy developments into concrete lobbying actions with policymakers and officials. - Build and maintain networks of politicians, NGOs, scientists, and companies; lead coalition participation to keep protein transition on political agenda. - Create position papers, factsheets, and research reports translating comp…
Requirements
| Language | Unclear |
|---|---|
| Work authorisation | Unclear |
| Screening | Not mentioned |
| Where you work | On site in the Netherlands · Netherlands |
| Level | Mid level |
| Salary | USD 46.600–USD 53.900 |
| Posted | 28 September 2026 |
| Closes | No closing date given |
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