About the role

As Belgian Government Affairs Manager you will be responsible for the development, monitoring and implementation of government affairs activities. You will build a company profile through targeted engagements and contribute to business objectives supporting the development of the right policy environment.

About the responsibilities

• Develop and execute government affairs plans to build trust with government stakeholders and support the right policy environment.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory activities at the local, regional, and federal levels, and provide timely updates to internal stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong personal network with key policy stakeholders across the government, public sector, and Industry.
• Represent our organization at meetings, working groups, and other relevant events to ensure our voice is heard and our specific needs are addressed.
• Collaborate with internal teams to analyze the impact of proposed regulations and legislation on our organization and develop/write appropriate positions and action plans.
• Conduct research and monitor development of policy environment and track development within the government(s) that could impact the healthcare sector and GSK activities in Belgium specifically. 
• Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and other materials to effectively communicate our organization's positions and priorities to government officials and other stakeholders.
• Engage in coalition building and partnership development with other organizations and industry groups to amplify our advocacy efforts.
• Stay informed about industry best practices and trends in government affairs to continuously improve our strategies and approaches.

The Government Affairs Manager will spend at least 50% of its time in external engagement supporting short- and long-term business objectives.

About you

• Min. bachelor degree with at least 5 years of experience or master's degree
• Perfectly fluent (oral and written) in Dutch and French, and business knowledge in English.
• Strong established network and relationships with key stakeholders in the government and advocacy community.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or a related field.
• Proven track record of successfully advocating for an organization's interests in government settings and implementing successful government affairs strategies.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and policies affecting the industry.
• Previous experience working with government officials and policymakers at various levels.
• Strong knowledge of government processes, legislative and regulatory frameworks, and public policy issues

Closing date of applications: 17th of April EOB

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