Job Description

ASC is an independent, not-for-profit organisation established in 2010 to set and operate global standards for responsible aquaculture. Certified farmed products are promoted to consumers through the use of its ASC-logo.

The aquaculture industry is growing strongly and is already supplying more than half of all seafood consumed worldwide, but this growing demand increases the environmental and social footprint associated with this expansion. The ASC certification and labelling programme incentivises improved farming practices by promoting the benefits of responsibly farmed seafood and encourages an industry towards achieving environmental sustainability and social responsibility.
We work across the globe with aquaculture producers, seafood processors, retail and foodservice companies, scientists, conservation groups and the public to make it very easy to recognize and buy farmed seafood that meets the highest environmental standards.
For more information, go to www.asc-aqua.org

Do you you want to become part of a dynamic organisation with a sustainability mission? Then this might be the job for you! Role Summary
As Market Development Manager, Northern Europe you are ASC Scandinavian representative and will work to realize ASC vision of responsible aquaculture and ensure the ASC organizational goals and ambitions are reached in the region, with a focus on Denmark and Sweden.

This entails engaging with existing and new partners ranging from retailers, processors, wholesalers, and producers to drive uptake of ASC certified labelled products.
You will lead, develop and execute on communications initiatives, including campaigns, as a way to increase consumer awareness of the ASC label and how ASC addresses environmental and social challenges in the aquaculture industry.
Locals (Nordics) and international (Europe) travels will account for 15-20%.

Purpose of the role

Drive uptake for ASC\xe2\x80\x99s certification and labelling program by maintaining and expanding relationships with:

• Commercial partners like retailers, brands, suppliers & processors and importers
• Landscape shapers such as NGOs and institutions

Support local market development (approx. 70% of your time)

• Contribute to building preference and uptake for ASC\xe2\x80\x99s certification and labelling program amongst commercial partners, and foster their commitment to ASC
• Link customer demand towards producers and increase domestic or international producers to achieve ASC certification
• Build trust and awareness around the ASC certification by collaborating with NGOs, other certification programs (ISEAL members) and consumer organisations
• Engage stakeholders in the improvement of our programme
• Represent and promote the ASC externally at various levels in the local market
• Carry internally the expectations and wishes of commercial partners and other stakeholders regarding the further development of the ASC programme back into the organisation
• Strengthen ASCs market intelligence of the region

Support marketing and communication activations (approx. 30% of your time)

• Create and lever opportunities of commercial partners in communication and marketing efforts to promote the ASC programme to consumers and build recognition of the ASC label
  
  • building B2B communications to increase partnerships
  Being a presence within the aquaculture debate in DK
• Ensure the good use of our label and messaging in the external assets and packaging produced by commercial partners where needed
• Collaborate closely with the ASC global and local marcomms department to support commercial partners in their marketing needs and champion them when reaching important milestones related to ASC

The role will also require close internal collaboration with other ASC teams responsible for Communications to ensure opportunities are taken to

• champion commercial partner support and key-milestones in their sustainable seafood commitments to build awareness around the programme;
• Lever commercial partners\xe2\x80\x99 efforts in communication about their marketing efforts to promote the ASC programme to end-consumers and build awareness;
• Support the execution of marketing campaigns in Sweden and Norway

Desired Skills and Experience
Relevant education, interest, and passion for sustainability, along with strong commercial mindset.
Strong experience in the sustainability field within sustainable food production, and/or distribution will be a definite advantage.

• Experience in commercial business development (sales or retail buying) at a seafood company or related business.
• Preferably, an established network in the seafood/ sustainability/ retail sector
• Diplomatic approach and appearance in linking a business reality with the vision and mission of the ASC programme
• Strong focus on the delivery of result-oriented customer service (including expectation management) through:
  • Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, as evidenced by your ability to cultivate and manage relationships with partners;
  • Excellent verbal communication skills having the natural ability to interact with a diverse range of people;
  • Excellent writing skills both for daily communication and outreach material
• Good organizational skills demonstrated through:
  • Executing events;
  • Good judgement and problem-solving skills;
  • Good attention to detail; and,
  • an ability to work as part of a global team.
• Ability to foster a collaborative team environment
• Have the natural ability to interact with a diverse range of people.
• Ability to work both as a team as well as independently within a remote setting
• Strong priorities management skills, being able to take a great deal of responsibility for managing your own work.

Benefits / Work Perks
This a 12 month fixed-term contract with potential to renew after 12 months (no extensions are guaranteed). This would be reviewed closer to the time of the fixed term end date.
Join a fun and dynamic global team focused on setting and supporting global standards for responsible and sustainable aquaculture for future generations to come!
You will also get;

• To be part of an organisation who are really making a difference!
• ASC supports remote & flexible working opportunities
• Minimum of 25 days holiday
• Competitive benefits
• Workstation grant
• Flexible fitness / wellbeing grant
• Paid time to volunteer, up to 6 days per year
• All staff & team retreats
• Employee recognition awards
• 1 coffee a week, on us!

The ASC works across different time zones so the pattern of hours may vary according to operational needs. Some domestic and international travel and overnight stays may be required occasionally (expenses reclaim options available).


Responsible to: Markets Manager Europe
Department: Market Development Team (MDT)
Salary and benefits: Commensurate with experience
Contract: Fixed-term contract est. 12 months. Full Time, 35 hours per week is preferable. However, ASC supports remote and flexible working where possible
Location: Preferably Denmark. Remote. Candidates from Sweden may also be considered if skills and experience align.
Languages: Fluency in Denish and English is compulsory; Swedish/Norwegian is a distinguished advantage.



Industry category
Farming / Forest / Hunting / Fishing


Industry
Aquaculture


Second industry category
Retail


Second industry
Retail



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Company name
Aquaculture Stewardship Council


Webpage
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Start date
As soon as possible


Workplace
Remote, Northern Europe


Title
Market Development Manager Northern Europe


Sector
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Position
Full time


Extent
Temporary







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