Job Description

Job Purpose and Impact
The Government Relations Head, South Asia will drive, guide and represent the company on legislative and regulatory affairs matters with elected officials, bureaucrats across federal & provincial governments and regulatory agencies. In this role, you will build and maintain proactive relationships with governments, trade associations, industry coalitions, regulators and other authorities to influence policies and positions to support businesses. Key Accountabilities
Act as a subject matter expert on policy & regulatory matters in Agri, Food & Feed domains.
Represent the company at industry forums / trade bodies and gatherings with government officials to exchange ideas and information on business activities and potential legislation that may affect the company.
Ensure that the organization's interests are represented and protected in legislative proceedings and in the development of market rules and procedures.
Develop, maintain and report to the businesses / functions in the country and at the region on policies and programs to ensure awareness of government legislation and regulatory issues that affect the organization.
Collaborate with businesses and functions like Legal, Regulatory Affairs, Communication, Corporate Responsibility and others to further one's interest
Coach and lead the team across South Asia
Provide expert thought leadership in Agri, Food & Feed domains and work with limited direction, using additional research and interpretation to identify issues or problems. You may provide direction to supporting team members and be a strategic contributor.
Other duties as assigned Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience. Masters degree will be an added advantage
Minimum of 15 years of related work experience
Other minimum qualifications may apply PRIOR BENEFICIAL EXPERIENCES
Participate as part of a team to develop and maintain policies and programs to ensure awareness of government legislation and regulatory issues that affect the organization.
Collaborate to prepare and organize forums and gatherings with government officials to exchange ideas and information on business activities and potential legislation that may affect the organization.
Agri, Food & feed experience will be a plus