FEDIAF Secretary General

Strategic Leadership

• Shape the Future of FEDIAF: Lead the FEDIAF team in developing and executing an impactful strategic and EU public affairs vision, anticipating industry and policy trends to create a thriving environment for the European Pet Food Industry.

• Represent the Voice of the Industry: Serve as the spokesperson for FEDIAF, representing the organization at high-level meetings, actively advocating for the interests of the European Pet Food Industry.

• Drive Effective Governance & Organizational Growth: Collaborate closely with the FEDIAF Executive Committee and Board to ensure effective decision-making, transparent governance, and the continued growth and evolution of FEDIAF.

Association Management

• Inspire A High-Performing Secretariat Team: Cultivate a collaborative and results-oriented environment within the FEDIAF Secretariat, empowering your team to develop and excel.

• Ensure Operations Excellence: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the association, ensuring HR management, efficient resource allocation, robust financial management, and effective member engagement.

• Steward Financial & Legal Integrity: Ensure sound financial management and regulatory compliance, overseeing budgeting, financial controls, and adherence to all legal and statutory requirements.

Advocacy and External Relations

• Elevate FEDIAF's Profile: Lead the FEDIAF team in designing and executing impactful EU public affairs and outreach strategies to enhance FEDIAF's visibility, reputation, and influence within the EU.

• Position FEDIAF as a Thought Leader: Proactively cultivate positive media coverage and stakeholder perceptions, establishing FEDIAF as a thought leader in the European pet food industry and a key EU policy partner to related sectors.

• Drive Strategic Alliances: Expand FEDIAF's network and influence through strategic partnerships and collaborations with key stakeholders, including EU officials, other EU associations and sector organizations.

Member Management

• Deliver Member Value: Develop and implement programs that provide tangible benefits to members, including valuable insights, publications, and networking opportunities.

• Cultivate a Thriving Member Community: Foster open communication and two-way dialogue, ensuring members are informed, engaged, and their needs are met.

• Empower Member Collaboration: Facilitate member participation in FEDIAF's activities and governance, creating a strong, unified voice for the European Pet Food Industry.

• Strategic and team leadership expertise with proven ability to drive organizational development

• Strong public affairs and advocacy skills, with demonstrated success in EU regulatory engagement

• Excellent stakeholder management and consensus-building capabilities across diverse European groups

• Superior communication abilities, including public speaking and media relations

• Strong financial and compliance acumen 

• Digital fluency and innovation mindset

• Native-level business English; French language proficiency desired

• Engaging leader with strong analytical skills

• Team player with a high level of integrity and stewardship mindset

• Diplomat with political acumen and the ability to build consensus 

• Adaptable, solution-oriented, and resilient, comfortable operating in complex environments

This recruitment is managed by Novya, a Brussels-based platform supporting European impact-driven organizations. If you have any questions, please reach out to fediaf@novya.eu.