Novonesis
Website:
novonesis.com
Company:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/novonesis
Industries: Biotechnology Research
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Interested in a career that matters?
Interested in a career that matters?At Novonesis, we believe biology can help solve some of the world's biggest challenges. We are looking for a strategic and influential Public Affairs leader to help shape the policy environment across South Asia and enable sustainable business growth through proactive stakeholder engagement and advocacy.As Public Affairs Lead, South Asia, you will play a pivotal role in advancing Novonesis' priorities across India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bhutan. Working closely with business leaders, regulators, industry associations, and government stakeholders, you will help position Novonesis as a trusted partner in driving innovation, sustainability, food systems transformation, agriculture advancement, and energy solutions.The role & your impactThis is a strategically important regional role responsible for developing and executing Novonesis' Public Affairs agenda across South Asia. You will help identify policy opportunities and risks, influence regulatory developments, and ensure public affairs activities deliver measurable business value while supporting Novonesis' long-term ambitions.Key responsibilities include:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive South Asia Public Affairs strategy aligned with business objectives and regional priorities.
- Identify emerging policy, legislative, and regulatory developments that could impact Novonesis' businesses and growth agenda.
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across central and state governments, regulatory authorities, and industry bodies.
- Represent Novonesis in policy consultations, industry associations, regulatory discussions, and external stakeholder forums.
- Partner with commercial, legal, regulatory, communications, and leadership teams to align advocacy priorities and stakeholder engagement plans.
- Translate complex policy developments into actionable business insights, recommendations, and advocacy strategies.
- Drive engagement on policy topics related to energy transition, agriculture, food systems, sustainability, industrial biosolutions, and innovation.
- Monitor regulatory developments across South Asia and support coordinated regional public affairs initiatives.
- Provide strategic counsel, regular updates, and policy insights to regional and global stakeholders.
What you'll need to be successful in this role
- Master's degree in public policy, Law, Business, Communications, International Relations, Economics, or a related discipline preferred.
- 14 to 15 years of relevant experience in public affairs, government relations, policy advocacy, regulatory affairs, or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated experience engaging senior officials across central and state government institutions.
- Deep understanding of India's policy and regulatory landscape and its implications for business.
- Strong network across government ministries, regulatory agencies, industry associations, and policy platforms.
- Proven ability to influence stakeholders and build trusted, long-term relationships.
- Strong strategic thinking capabilities with the ability to connect policy developments to business priorities.
- Experience translating complex policy and regulatory issues into clear business recommendations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively across functions, cultures, geographies, and senior leadership teams.
- Strong judgment, professionalism, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills.
Additional skills & interests we value
- Experience working within multinational organizations, public policy institutions, industry associations, consulting firms, or government environments.
- Exposure to policy areas related to biosolutions, industrial biotechnology, sustainability, agriculture, food systems, energy, or environmental policy.
- Familiarity with policy and regulatory frameworks in Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bhutan.
- Experience managing complex stakeholder landscapes across multiple jurisdictions.
- Passion for sustainability, innovation, and science-based solutions that create positive societal impact.
What we offer you
- The opportunity to influence policy discussions that support sustainable innovation and business growth across South Asia.
- A highly visible role working with regional and global leaders across Novonesis.
- Exposure to some of the most important policy topics shaping the future of food, agriculture, sustainability, energy transition, and industrial biosolutions.
- A collaborative and purpose-driven culture focused on solving global challenges through biology.
- Opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and international collaboration.
- The chance to help shape the future of an innovative global biosolutions company.
Working conditions
- Regional role covering South Asia, including India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bhutan.
- Frequent engagement with government stakeholders, regulatory authorities, industry associations, and external partners.
- Regular domestic travel within India and occasional international travel across the South Asia region.
- Hybrid working environment with flexibility aligned to business and stakeholder requirements.
- Requires the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholder engagements across different geographies and time zones.
Our purpose guides the wayAt Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.Opportunities for everyoneWe are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.
Our purpose guides the way
In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.
Opportunities for everyone
We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.
We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.
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