Political Affairs Officer For France: Maternity Cover

Eurogroup for Animals is the pan-European animal protection organisation which unites the voices of leading national and international organisations. We work to improve the welfare of as many animals as possible by leading and delivering coordinated advocacy and campaigns at European level. Eurogroup for Animals uses its knowledge and expertise to challenge EU decision makers and bring about positive change. By uniting our members and working together we magnify national activities to get our message across at European level.

Purpose of the role

We are seeking the help of highly motivated and skilled colleague to reinforce Eurogroup for Animals’ team during the maternity leave of our Political Affairs officer based in France. In close collaboration with all member organisations in France, the Political Affairs Officer coordinates and carries out advocacy activities towards the French government and Parliament in support of specific European animal welfare policy objectives. They will also support the Eurogroup for Animals Political Affairs Team, which carries out advocacy activities towards all the EU institutions in close collaboration with their policy and communications colleagues, thereby helping to create a good life for animals in Europe.

Primary responsibilities

• Further support for Eurogroup for Animals’ policy goals within France, specifically in relation to the forthcoming European legislative proposals on the welfare of animals kept and used for commercial purposes, during their transport and slaughter, and on animal welfare labelling.
• Involving and engaging Eurogroup for Animals’ community of members, in particular within France to maximise pressure on national decision makers.
• Coordinate lobby activities in France that are carried out by our members.
• Support our member organisations in, working with MPs, government ministers and civil servants around key advocacy objectives.
• Produce advocacy arguments to shape key debates on European animal welfare policy within France.
• Support our member organisations in providing national decision makers with scientific advice and tailored European policy solutions.
• Shape political calls, and contribute to communications and campaigns activities within France to ensure that European animal welfare policy calls are included.
• Draft oral/written questions, lobby briefs, letters and items for communications purposes.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant EU-level policy decisions in the EU institutions and report regularly to the Eurogroup for Animals Political Affairs Team.

Person specification

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge and experience of public affairs, knowledge of policy making and influencing processes.
• Fluency in English and in French (spoken and written).
• Well-organised and focused on concrete results and deliverables.
• Analytical skills.
• Flexible and pragmatic.
• Excellent computer proficiency (Google Workspace is a plus).
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports.
• Good ability of working as team member and independently.
• Affinity with animal welfare issues and commitment towards Eurogroup for Animals’ mission.

Desirable Skills and Qualifications

• Background in animal advocacy.
• Knowledge of at least one other European language.
• Knowledge of Salesforce.
• Ability to use Project Management tools.

Employment Contract

Temporary contract. Competitive remuneration. Working from home or offices of member organisations in France.

Starting date: End of April 2024

To apply, send your motivation letter and CV to Aurélie Cassart - jobs@eurogroupforanimals.org