Position Snapshot
- Ensure Codes & Government Regulation Compliance including monitoring, evaluating and reporting on practices according to the principles and aims od the WHO Code, relevant HA Resolutions, Government Policies & Local Regulations in ESAR clusters 1-5.
- Assist in development of strategy in devising a logical & strategical approach to key issues.
- Execute communications and lobbying initiatives.
- Develop, plan and execute public relations programs that enhance the external perceptions of the company. Interact and works closely with Corporate & Public Affairs
Position Summary
A day in the life of…
Compliance:
- Using the Code Management system for the specific clusters/countries as the guiding document to ensure that all activities within the team and region comply with the WHO International Code for the Marketing of Breastmilk Substitutes, Nestlé Policy & Procedures and the Local Code.
Issues Management:
- Develop background information on issues of concern, analyse their potential impact and present recommendations to management.
- Remain current with issues in Infant and young Child Feeding.
- Provide Leadership in the clusters on all Code-related issues.
- Monitor policy issues, with emphasis on proposed legislations, which would have a significant impact on Nestlé business objectives.
Stakeholder Management & Partnership Building:
- Serve as a contact for the Nutrition Business Unit and develop partnerships with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
- Responsible for ‘relation creating initiatives/activities’ amongst key government departments, associations, WHO and other critical representatives in order to communicate on issues of importance for our Infant Nutrition business.
- Represent Nestle’s position to Government, Local Authority,Interest Groups and Associations.
Reputation Management:
- Ensure Nestlé maintains a consistent image and profile as a responsible corporate citizen.
- Enhance Nestlé’s corporate image and build credibility with stakeholders.
Codes Management System:
- Ensure implementation of local WHOCMS (WHO Code Management System) in every country (clusters 1-5) for daily operational activities.
- Ensure adherence to the Codes and Nestlé Policy & Procedures on the Implementation of the WHO Code.
- Ensure that no direct contact with the general public and preganant women or mothers of infants and young children is undertaken in business capacity (to promote infant formula).
- Review and update the WHOCMS in all clusters every 2 years.
Training:
- Ensure that all Nestlé employees and third parties (Distributors, Merchandisers, Wholesalers, etc.) are trained and supported as per the Nestlé Policy & Procedures to ensure compliance of our products in the trade.
- Keep record of all trainings and keep tracking tool updated regularly.
What will make you successful
- Bachelors Degree in Food/Nutrition/Science or equivalent qualification.
- 5 years relevant experience in the Food industry
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of the Regulatory Affairs Environment
- Must have a sound understanding of various levels of Government
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism
- Sound understanding of the Audit Process
- Experience in Reputation management
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