Job description

The main task of the Working Group Coordinator relates to the coordination/management of the ‘China Desks’ and related lobbying activities (China Desk is composed of individuals from the corporate sector representing different industries/sector and that share common interests in the policy/business environment.)

 

Tasks

Coordinate Communication with Key Interlocutors:

- Draft a yearly lobby action plan (in coordination with the national and local Government Relations Manager(s) - GRM), identifying the authorities to present the Position Paper to in China and Brussels

- Establish contact with relevant ministries and local authorities and work with GR departments of Desk members

- Liaise with the Desk members and other stakeholders to identify the issues and develop a strategy together with the Desk Chair and other Desk members

- Develop relations and business contacts with Chinese and European Business associations and with other relevant stakeholders such as the EU delegation

- Organize briefings (i.e. for the European Commission), coordinate the organization of the meetings with the Chinese authorities

- Develop and coordinate Desk projects with relevant EU-China cooperation projects

- Report timely on lobbying activities

 

Organise Desk meetings:

- Organize date, venue, agenda, documents, and invitation and participation lists

- Take meeting minutes and ensure smooth coordination with Chair, members, speakers and other invitees (i.e. government officials)  

 

Policy Research:

- Screen (monitor) for new regulations.

- In case of new regulations provide sufficient information (summary, background information) to members. If applicable arrange for translation of text of draft regulations.

- Develop a comprehensive understanding of WTO commitments and framework; develop a comprehensive understanding of the relevant EU and Chinese regulations as well as the relevant stakeholders (authorities, other stakeholders)

- Complete specific research on related issues/regulations

- Draft WG/sector presentation material (including background info, industrial analysis, key recommendations etc) for seminars/speeches/Brussels Circuit

- Track the development of the different relevant regulations, identify call for comments, new regulations etc. and coordinate with the WG members to assess the impact on the industry

 

Prepare written Briefing Notes:

- Advance briefings for high-level meetings

- Comments for media and briefing notes ahead of engagements

- Track the development of the regulations, identify possible call for comments on policy and coordinate the preparation and submission of comments

 

Draft the annual Position Paper:

- Under the Position Paper Project Manager each coordinator is responsible for drafting in coordination with the Chairperson/Vice Chairperson/WG members, the content of those Position Papers related to the Desk under their responsibility within the agreed deadline. They are also responsible for proof-reading and ensuring translation by WG members where possible prior to overall review and production.

 

Other tasks include:

- Update Desk distribution lists (add yourself where necessary), update Chairpersons and Vice-Chairpersons distribution lists and periodically revise potential member lists & pass all contacts to the membership department to add to the central database

- Seek new members for Desk and the EUCCC, strictly monitoring the membership of the attendees to Desk meetings

- Draft dedicated project proposals, if required

- Update Desk section of website (e.g. ensure all government meetings are linked to each Desk, minutes are included as well as pieces of legislation, relevant news, letters to the government, events)

- Compile Desk annual reports

- Identify topics for events in coordination with Events team

- Other duties as requested by the Head of Government Affairs

- If applicable (necessary) power point presentations have to be prepared.

Skills & experience

- Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills

- Comprehensive knowledge of China’s Consumer Goods Market (especially high-end consumer goods market)

- Genuine interest in trade policy and advocacy

- University degree in economics, law, business, politics or related work experience

- Flexible, proactive, and team-player attitude

- Near native level Chinese is a must, Working level English fluency

- Computer literacy (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Internet Explorer)

- Over three years’ relevant working experience in a government, business, or chamber environment.

How to apply

Submit cv, personality assessment questions, expected salary and photo to bj_jobs@europeanchamber.com.cn as soon as possible. Please also clearly indicate in the subject heading "Application for Desk Coordinator (high-end consumer goods)" .

Only the short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Personality Assessment Questions:
1.What do you know about the work of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China (EUCCC) and of Chamber of Commerce organizations in general? (min. 80 words)

2.What particular knowledge or skills do you have that would make you successful in this position? (min.100 words)

3.What type of work do you enjoy most? (min.120 words)