Food Chain Lead Northwest africa
Core
Advocates for Syngenta's business interests and develops public affairs strategies to support Food Freedom to Operate (FTO) mitigation plans in Northwest Africa.
Role type
Senior Public Affairs & Food Chain Strategy Lead
Builds
Public affairs strategy, stakeholder engagement plans, and regulatory decision-making tools for the Food Chain portfolio.
Domain
Agriculture, Crop Protection, Public Policy, Food Safety
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Strategic stakeholder management, regulatory advocacy, public affairs strategy development, cross-functional collaboration, complex issue resolution, sustainability agenda leadership, influence and negotiation, project management, analytical problem-solving.
Preferred skills
Knowledge of agronomic practices (IPM, soil health), understanding of CP portfolio safety profiles, experience with international associations (CropLife), training and behavior change methodologies.
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Monitor political and economic developments to advise leadership on policy implications; develop transparent business impact tools for regulatory decisions; identify and evaluate key stakeholders to create strategic engagement plans; lead local residue management and support food chain trials/audits; promote innovative business models and amplify sustainability projects externally.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership