Policy Manager
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Role Summary
Are you passionate about driving policy change for a more sustainable food system Join Fundacja ProVeg as a Policy Managerand play a key role in accelerating the shift towards plant-based food in this impact-driven role you will lead our public affairs efforts and strengthen our voice on protein diversification. You will build strategic collaborations with decision-makers NGOs and industry stakeholders while developing evidence-based policy recommendations that advance our mission.
This is a unique opportunity to influence national food policy and engage in high-level advocacywith the strong support of the ProVeg Poland team and our international network.
Job Details
Reports to: Patricia Homa (Country Director ProVeg Poland)
Location: Remote (Poland)
Hours: 20h per week
Contract duration: 2 years (with possibility to extend)
Salary: PLN 4500-5000 gross per month
Responsibilities
As Policy Officer or Policy Manager you will:
Lead ProVeg Polands engagement with government bodies public institutions NGOs and industry associations.
Monitor and analyse developments in Polish and EU policy affecting food systems agriculture health and the environment.
Research draft and review policy briefings position papers and consultation responses.
Develop and implement public affairs strategies and campaigns in close collaboration with the Communications Manager.
Represent Fundacja ProVeg in stakeholder meetings national and international events coalitions and the media.
Organise and facilitate roundtables workshops and other high-level events to promote plant-based policies.
Track project milestones and ensure high-quality timely delivery of outputs.
Provide expert input to project reports and support communications and campaign content where relevant.
Qualifications
Required
At least 2 years of experience in policy analysis project management public affairs or stakeholder engagement ideally in food systems health or sustainability.
Proven ability to develop evidence-based policy materials and to engage with political stakeholders and government institutions.
Strong knowledge of the Polish political landscape and understanding of EU and national policy-making processes.
Native-level fluency in Polish and professional proficiency in English.
Excellent communication and presentation skills with experience in media relations or public speaking.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted partnerships across sectors.
Excellent organisational skills strategic thinking and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Willingness to travel occasionally within Poland and abroad.
Preferred
Experience working in or with NGOs coalitions or advocacy groups.
Understanding of plant-based protein innovation or the alt-food sector.
Familiarity with policy developments in the areas of climate nutrition or public procurement.
Benefits of working with us
Make an impact: Help shape food policy and accelerate the shift to a more plant-based futurefor the benefit of people animals and the planet.
Be a voice for change: Represent ProVeg at the forefront of political and public discourse around sustainable food systems.
Grow with us:Access a dedicated training budget and join a growth-oriented international organisation with opportunities for development.
Flexible working: Remote part-time work with flexible hours and a supportive team culture.
Wellbeing focus: Access to a mindfulness program and initiatives that support your personal and professional wellbeing.
When
Application deadline: 15 August 2025
Start date: October 2025
Further information
Important: Please make sure to use your own words and ideas on the cover letter. The goal is for us to know you better in order to assess if this role and your motivation are a good fit. Letters written with AI or written in a language other than English will be disregarded.
The recruitment includes:
1. Online trial task
2. Interview with hiring manager
3. Final decision
About us
ProVeg International is a food awareness organisation working to transform the global food system by replacing 50% of animal products globally with plant-based and cultivated foods by 2040.
ProVeg engages with all relevant stakeholders to create a food system where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans animals and our planet.
ProVeg has received the United Nations Momentum for Change Award and works closely with key UN food and environment agencies.
ProVeg creates global impact with offices in 14 countries across five continents and more than 220 employees.
Diversity Statement
ProVeg is committed to equal opportunity in employment for all regardless of migration history and nationality religion skin colour gender age genetic information disability marital status parental status pregnancy sexual orientation HIV status gender identity or gender expression. People from the Global Majority women people with disabilities members of LGBTQIA communities older adults neurodivergent people refugees and people living with HIV are explicitly encouraged to apply.
In 2020 ProVeg signed the Diversity Charter a self-commitment and association dedicated to promoting a prejudice-free work environment.
In 2022 ProVeg achieved a score of 88.1% on the PRIDE Index the LGBTIQ Diversity Performance Index which is over 20 percentage points higher than the overall average of 67.9%.
Data Protection Information for Applicants:
More information about the processing of your personal data during your application at ProVeg e.V. can be found here inGermanandEnglish.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
