Regulatory Officer

The European Industrial Hemp Association

is recruiting

one Regulatory Officer

(full time contract)

WHO WE ARE

The European Industrial Hemp Association (EIHA) represents the common interests of hemp farmers, producers and traders working with hemp fibres, shives, seeds, leaves and cannabinoids. Our main task is to serve, protect and represent the hemp sector in the EU and international policymaking. EIHA covers different areas for the application of hemp, namely its use for construction materials, textiles, cosmetics, feed, food, and supplements. The organisation was founded 20 years ago in Cologne, Germany, and opened its new headquarters in Brussels in 2020. Our network encompasses 26 EU Member States and 12 non-EU countries, including members in North America and the Asia Pacific. In total, EIHA acts on behalf of more than 250 members who represent the entire industrial hemp value chain, from seed to shelf.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A challenging opportunity in a growing and sustainable sector.
• A creative and innovative working environment, where the development of new skills, expertise and interests is encouraged.
• Young, friendly and openminded colleagues, working according to the highest ethical principles and with a transparent, science-based and cooperative approach.
• Great visibility in the global hemp sector.
• Possibility to grow, get new responsibilities or roles.
• Competitive salary and further advantages such as a mobile bundle, public transports, meal vouchers.

SCOPE AND REPORTING LINE

The Regulatory Officer will work under the management of the Managing Director. S/he will also collaborate with the Senior Policy Advisor and report to him directly in matters related to his specific policy files and the other team members (Communications Officer and Office Manager). The successful candidate will work on a wide portfolio of EU regulatory aspects related to hemp and hemp products.

TASKS AND RESPONSABILITIES

The following tasks will be executed by the successful candidate:

• monitoring of the EU legislation and relevant initiatives.
• preparing regulatory analysis, legal notes and policy briefings for the colleagues, the Board and the members.
• preparing EIHA’s positions and liaising with other national and EU associations.
• attending public events as participant and intervene when necessary.
• translating regulatory information into communication content for new and traditional media.

IDEAL PROFILE

> Education and experience

Mandatory:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Previous experience (3/4 years) in regulatory affairs and/or policymaking.
• Perfect knowledge of the decision-making process in Brussels.

Ideally:

• Degree in EU law.
• Knowledge of the hemp sector, bioeconomy and/or sustainability policies.
• Experience in a European Institution or in EU law/regulatory affairs.

> Personal skills

• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Benevolence and respect for others.
• Professionalism (punctuality, dedication, attention to the details, etc.).
• Problem solver, creativity and sharpness in analysing information.
• Strong interest and motivation for working in the hemp sector.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

> Language skills

Mandatory:

• Working knowledge of English.

Ideally:

• Working knowledge of one or two additional languages.
• Basic knowledge of or interest in developing other languages.

> Computer literacy

Mandatory:

• General computer literacy.
• Very good knowledge of the Office package, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Suitable candidates should send their application before July 1st by email To: [email protected] and Cc: [email protected] and [email protected]; with “Application – Regulatory Officer” as subject. The email shall include as attachments a CV of maximum 2 pages and a short text describing your motivation for the position (between 600 – 800 words).

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for a first interview as we might be unable to acknowledge all applications received. The first round of interviews will take place through videoconferencing in mid-July.

The ideal starting date for the successful candidate would be September 15th.

>> Please note that the team will continue working from home until the situation allows for a physical office. Flexibility will be kept according to the needs of the person and the team.