Code Compliance & Public Affairs Manager at Nestle

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

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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