Sustainability Policy & Advocacy Officer
Quick answer
FESI is hiring an Experienced Sustainability Policy & Advocacy Officer (Brussels-based) with a competitive salary to lead advocacy on EU sustainability and circular economy policies affecting the sporting goods industry.
- Role
- Sustainability Policy & Advocacy Officer
- Organization
- Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI)
- Location
- Brussels
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- Competitive salary, depending on experience
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
FESI is seeking an Experienced Sustainability Policy & Advocacy Officer to lead advocacy on key EU sustainability and circular economy policies affecting the sporting goods industry in Brussels.
What you'll do
- Take ownership of key EU sustainability and circular economy policy files
- Develop and implement FESI advocacy strategies
- Proactively build and maintain relationships with relevant officials
- Represent FESI in institutional meetings and external events
- Translate member priorities into clear advocacy messages
- Monitor political and legislative developments
What it takes
- 4-6 years of relevant professional experience
- Previous experience in the textile, footwear, and/or sporting goods sector
- University degree in Political Science, European Studies, Environmental Studies
- Proven experience in building and maintaining networks
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage advocacy files
- Strong understanding of EU decision-making processes
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Brussels, Belgium.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is competitive, depending on experience.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 4-6 years of relevant experience, a university degree, and experience in building networks.
How do I apply?
Interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter to [email protected] by 7 October 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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