Advocacy & Regulatory Affairs Officer

COTANCE is looking for a motivated Advocacy & Regulatory Affairs Officer to support our team working on key priorities for the European leather industry.  S/he will report directly to the Secretary General. The contract will be permanent (Contrat à Durée Indéterminée).

Position starting in January 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Secretary General on EU legislative priorities, such as EUDR, the EU Green Claims Directive, and the EU Eco-Design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), etc.
• Monitor and report on developments in relevant EU REACH restrictions regulations affecting the leather industry
• Developing and animating networks for advocacy and stakeholder engagement
• Conduct research, draft articles, and prepare informational materials for the COTANCE website and stakeholders
• Support COTANCE’s working groups by briefing summaries on thematic issues, drafting documents, organizing meetings, and updating databases
• Participate in meetings, preparing presentations and reports, and handle day-to-day correspondence
• Accompanying the Secretary General in meetings, including at international fairs and other events
• Assist in planning and executing EU project activities, including reporting, under the guidance of the Project Manager
• Regularly research and track funding opportunities

Requirements:

This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in policy, advocacy, and project management in a dynamic sector at the forefront of sustainability and innovation.