Coca-Cola is the most popular and biggest-selling soft drink in history. An icon of all times, Coca-Cola is the best-known product in the world. Created in Atlanta, Georgia, by Dr. John S. Pemberton, Coca-Cola was first offered as a fountain beverage by mixing Coca-Cola syrup with carbonated water. Coca-Cola was introduced in 1886, patented in 1887, registered as a trademark in 1893 and by 1895 it was being sold in every state and territory in the United States. In 1899, The Coca-Cola Company began franchised bottling operations in and outside the United States taking Coca-Cola to consumers in other parts of North America and Europe and in subsequent years to other parts of the world. In 1951, the refreshing wave of Coca-Cola arrived in Nigeria and has remained a hit with consumers across the country. Packages Coca-Cola is available in: 35cl and 50cl classic glass contour bottle; 33cl on-the-go Can, 50cl and 1.5L PET bottle. Ingredients Carbonated water, sugar, Carbon-dioxide, caffeine, Phosphoric acid, caramel color and flavouring.
Purpose of the job:
- To create positive conditions for growth across all company’s stakeholders: shaping a positive regulatory and policy environment, driving and elevating Coca Cola HBC sustainability agenda in the market, communicating and managing with stakeholders.
- Key responsibilities:
- Manage local regulatory affairs through active representation of the company in local trade & business associations or relevant industry/governmental platforms; ensure leading and active role in those associations
- Builds strong relations with key company’s stakeholders in Estonia - decision makers, customers, NGOs and alike
- In cooperation with BU Community and Customer Partnership Manager ensure implementation of Coca Cola HBC sustainability agenda/strategy in Estonia based on local needs
- Support BU Crisis Communications Leader in managing potential crisis situations in Estonia
- In cooperation with Poland & Baltics External Communication Manager and The Coca Cola Company partners develop and execute media strategy for Estonia, maintain contacts with key media and act as a local spokesperson.
- Cooperate with & supports Baltic Internal Communications Specialist to ensure alignment of local CA&S agenda with IC plans in Estonia
- Manage local budget, PR agencies and consultants as appropriate.
- Be active and cooperative member of the Poland & Baltics Corporate Affairs and Sustainability Team
Key skills and Experience:
- Deep understanding of stakeholder and public views, market trends and practices with regards to sustainability and community development
- Deep understanding of the external international and local socio/economic/political environment
- Fast thinker with strong learning ability
- Demonstrable track record of OUTCOME/IMPACT results
- Business and Financial acumen
- Technical specialist understanding and advice plus key networks in relation to main legislative matters for the Company - Tax/Packaging/Health & Nutrition
Requirements:
- Higher education preferably in political science, social sciences, law and alike
- Proven 5-6 years background and hands-on experience in managing and dealing with public affairs, government relations, stakeholders relations and all forms of media communications
- Knowledge in sustainability topics
- Demonstrated track record of success in creating, developing and implementing Public Affairs and corporate communications programs for highly regarded and visible corporations
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