The Policy Officer will work closely with a dynamic team of public affairs, communications and regulatory professionals, and play a pivotal role in the development and execution of CLIA’s advocacy strategy. Reporting directly to Senior Director of European Government Affairs CLIA in Europe, the Policy Officer will also support CLIA’s policy activities e.g. with regard to the development of messages and engagement with the European Institutions and other relevant stakeholders.
Essential Job Functions
Help develop and coordinate pan-EU advocacy strategies on regulatory processes that impact the cruise sector
Represent the industry at EU/Member State decision-maker meetings/events and other stakeholder meetings and events
Engage with officials of the European Commission, European Parliament, and Permanent Representations and other relevant institutions and agencies
Monitor political and regulatory developments and update internal data sources
Draft position papers and prepare advocacy materials
Support the work of CLIA Europe Committees
Support and take part in Communications activities
Plan and manage ad-hoc events (e.g. topical webinars) as appropriate
Organize and take minutes at meetings
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Bachelors degree or equivalent required; Masters preferred
A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in EU policy (In-house, agency or trade association) or in an EU institution in Brussels
Proven experience working on environmental legislation or transportation issues
Thorough knowledge of the EU legislative processes
Excellent writing skills
Ability to develop and communicate policy positions clearly and concisely
Demonstrated project management skills
Strategic and analytical thinker
Curious, fast-learning, and willing to improve continuously
Highly developed intercultural, diplomatic, and interpersonal skills
Ability to adapt to a fast-changing environment and handle multiple priorities
Ability to work both independently and as a team-player
Passionate about accuracy and attention to detail
Full professional fluency in English, other official EU languages would be an asset