Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Manager

Position Snapshot:

Title: Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Manager

Location: Jeddah, KSA

Full-Time

Position Summary:

To Accelerate and Embed sustainability, create a positive impact on consumer , society and the planet , lead the industry in transforming the food system.

Enhance and strengthen Nestlé’s corporate reputation with external and internal stakeholders; build trust by promoting Nestlé Purpose and Values to foster external engagment and partnerships, should bring life to Brands with Purpose

A day in the life..

Develop and maintain proactive engagement with Key Opinion Leaders and stakeholders to strengthen the company’s reputation, and maintain database.

Support in developing and maintaining long term sustainable partnerships with key authorities, NGOs, academia and the industry as relevant.

Execute the governance & road map for the plastic commitment with projects in place for the Cluster. Drive implementation of MENA Sustainability projects (EPR, Category Packaging Roadmaps, AWS certification, etc.), in alignment with the Market.

Roll out a sustainable packaging initiatives and education program for over 15000+ employees, to accelerate behavior change and help the company meet its packaging objectives

Develop narrative and communicate Purpose & values initiatives and Brands with purpose initiatives to deliver on Nestle commitments to society

Guide the initiation, narrative and communication of Brand CSV projects and ensure the alignment with the Corporate CSV Strategy and Brand with Purpose

Develop & execute the governance & road map for the plastic commitment with projects in place for all 19 operating countries. Drive implementation of MENA Sustainability projects (EPR, Category Packaging Roadmaps, AWS certification, etc.), in alignment with Zone, Categories and Countries.

Work with Nestle Waters team to implement the narrative for Plastic commitment & Caring for Waters roadmap

Are you a FIT?

University degree

Proficiency and expertise in the following areas:

• Water Regeneration
• Renewable Energy
• Recycling
• Waste Management

• Exemplary communication skills (Arabic & English), enabling effective engagement with stakeholders such as the Ministry of Energy, Water, and Environment (MEWA), Ministry of Industry & Minerals (MIM), (MAEE) and other relevant governmental entities. This role necessitates substantial interaction with stakeholders.
• A self-taught and self-motivated individual, eager to expand their knowledge and expertise.
• A proactive disposition, characterized by the ability to initiate action and drive progress
• A friendly and amiable personality, fostering positive interactions with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Experience of stakeholder engagement and partnership desirable
• Experience of managing community projects
• Experience in environmental sustainability projects
• Good understanding of national regulations, policies, and direction
• Deep understanding of influence networks and channel strategies
• Project Management qualifications desirable

We are Nestlé, the largest food and beverage company. We are 308,000 employees strong driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our values are rooted in respect: respect for ourselves, respect for others, respect for diversity and respect for our future. With more than CHF 91.4 billion sales in 2018, we have an expansive presence with 413 factories in more than 85 countries. We believe our people are our most important asset, so we'll offer you a dynamic inclusive international working environment with many opportunities across different businesses, functions and geographies, working with diverse teams and cultures. Want to learn more? Visit us at www.nestle.com.

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