Title:  Corporate Affairs&Communication Manager

We are JTI, Japan Tobacco International, and we are present in 130 countries. We have spent years innovating, creating new and better products for the consumers to choose from. This is our business. But not only. Our business is our people. Their talent. Their potential. We believe that when they are free to be themselves, and they are given the opportunity to grow, travel and develop, amazing things can happen.

That’s why our employees, from around the world, choose to be a part of JTI. It is why 83% of employees feel happy working at JTI. And why we’ve been awarded Global Top Employer status, nine years running. 

So when you’re ready to choose a career you’ll love, in a company you’ll love, feel free to #JoinTheIdea. 

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Corporate Affairs & Communication Manager

What this position is about – Purpose:

This position will play a key role in implementing corporate affairs strategies and programs, maintaining a strong stakeholder network, and engaging with external parties. 

What will you do – Responsibilities:

In this position, the person will :

• assist, support and represent the CA&C Director in Corporate Affairs specific topics such as : Regulation (EU TPDII), Tobacco Taxation, Anti Illicit Trade, International Travel Retail) and Compliance programs, stakeholder mapping & relationship management
• provide support to the CA&C Director on External Communication/ Media Strategy      
•  provide support to Sustainability & Internal Comms Manager to improve internal communication mix (Website, Intranet, Business TV, corporate newsletters/ magazines/brochure/ materials)
• have co-responsibility for the press relations with trade media (press releases & advertisements in close collaboration with Sales & Marketing)
• contribute to the development of comprehensive strategies to address new regulatory threats to the business. 
• cooperate with other departments and other tobacco companies within the National Manufacturer Association
• contribute to the preparation of positions on regulatory issues for submission to the government
• collaborate with various institutions including Ministries, Parliament and Customs
• Manage Community Investment programs and networks

Whom are we looking for – Requirements:

• Graduate in Communications, Law, Business School, Politics, Economics
• At least 3 years of professional experience in a ministerial or parliamentary office, a consulting firm (audit, advocate, lobbying), an industry association or business in sectors such as food, oil, spirits, soft drinks and pharmaceuticals.
• Good written Dutch language skills, fluent English is required
• Excellent political, societal and cultural understanding of the country
• Experience in highly regulated industries and excise taxation is an asset
• Ability to develop and sustain professional relationships with external parties
• Deep understanding of governmental decision-making processes is required
• Analytical, structured, and pragmatic person who can recognize problems, do the research, and propose appropriate solutions
• Good Communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently in high-pressure environment
• Should also be agile and able to quickly adapt strategies to a changing external environment
• Enjoy interacting with external parties and confident representing the company and upholding our reputation.

What are the next steps in the Recruitment process:
 

We will review all applications and make sure that every candidate receives a reply within 3 weeks after the application deadline. If we find your profile matches what we are looking for, one of our Talent Advisors from Warsaw will contact you as a first step.

ABOUT JTI
JTI – Japan Tobacco International – is a leading international tobacco company with headquarters in Geneva. As part of the JT-Group, JTI sells its brands in more than 120 countries with around 48,000 employees in over 70 countries worldwide. 
JTI is committed to building a more sustainable future. If we are to achieve our targets, sustainability must be part of the mindset of all our employees and be part of our day-to-day decisions.
Find out more at www.jti.com

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

JTI is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We celebrate the differences that make us unique, and strongly believe in a world where you have the freedom to express yourself. Where you can be proud and confident no matter who you are. A world in which we are all equal!
That’s why all applicants will receive fair consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, maternity or pregnancy. Want to know more about Diversity and Inclusion at JTI? Please visit https://www.jti.com/about-us/our-business/freedom-be-yourself
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