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At Corteva Agriscience, you'll help us grow what's next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture, solving the world's food problems through innovation, technology and putting people first. Today, there is an opportunity to join our Government & Industry Affairs team to manage the advocacy agenda for Corteva in Chile.

This position will report to the Southern Cone Government & Industry Affairs leader (based in Buenos Aires, Argentina) and be responsible for developing and executing the Chile Government & Industry Affairs strategy. At a minimum, the position will be responsible for:

• Planning, developing, and leading the country-specific implementation of government and industry affairs programs in Chile. Strategies are typically designed to promote regulatory acceptance of products and critical commercial business growth initiatives.

• Supporting/co-leading the Chile Risk Mitigation Team in the areas identified as critical for the company.

• Engaging local key stakeholders -abiding by the local regulation- to advocate for Corteva's interests.

• Improving company reputation in the political and regulatory environments.

• Participating in the Government Affairs task forces in key associations.

• Providing local operation with insights about the external environment.

• Coordinating community affairs initiatives for the operational sites in the country.

• Main priorities would include: Freedom to operate, right to invest, market access, regulation of products and inputs, customs or tariffs, export controls, trade policy development and negotiation, strategic partnerships

• Conduct all duties in accordance with Corteva Core Values, including highest ethical behavior, and with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.

Key Accountabilities:

• Share Corteva vision with external stakeholders

• Identify key political and non-technical risks relevant to Corteva and develop comprehensive advocacy strategies, risk mitigations, and engagement plans in conjunction with key stakeholders.

• Develop, manage, sustain, and enhance relationships with key external stakeholders relevant to the identified risks.

• Leverage advocacy, intelligence gathering, analysis risk mitigation and relationships to contribute to business objectives.

• Effectively advocate Corteva's positions on legislation and regulatory proposals, leveraging Commercial Unit, Regulatory, Legal, and External Affairs Network resources.

• Represent Corteva to business-related Chambers/Councils/Associations and principal accountability for think-tanks/research houses.

• Work as part of the International Government & Industry Affairs team in developing and managing Corteva's global positions on public policy issues.

Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated

Qualifications

We are searching for a candidate who possesses the following qualities:

• At least five years of experience in government relations roles. A variety of assignments is preferred.

• Experience in a multinational corporation or association focused on innovative sectors and/or food and agriculture sectors will be valued.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the Government of Chile, multi-lateral agencies, trade associations, political and regulatory environments and decision-making processes.

• Demonstrated understanding of how government officials develop and implement policy. Ability to analyze government policy/legislation and advocate corporate positions before senior policy makers, legislative staff, and the administration.

• Demonstrated ability to: manage key stakeholder relationships, including grower and agriculture value chain; partner with government entities to collaborate and secure incentives to operate and innovate; integrate political risk mitigation strategies into product commercialization strategies; build partnerships and coalitions across value chain entities to advance common policy objectives; think strategically and exercise good judgment.

• Able to work effectively in multi-functional and multi-cultural environment, and to build and sustain extensive network of relationships (internal and external).

• Strong advocacy skills to promote public policy positions & strong interpersonal, networking, and public speaking skills, with the confidence and credibility to act quickly, communicate effectively, and command respect of audiences.

• High levels of motivation and initiative to work in complex and ambiguous environments.

• Fluency in English with strong written and oral communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets.

• Availability to travel approximately 30% of the time.

Within the framework of 21.015 law, this position is also for people with disabilities.

Benefits

• Target bonus

• Snack assignment

• Gym reimbursement

• Career development

• And much more!

Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:

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