Regional Sustainability Lead

Regional Sustainability Lead

Company:

Boeing Belgium SRL

The Boeing Global Enterprise Sustainability team is seeking a Regional Sustainability Lead to develop and execute sustainability policy advocacy, and partnerships in support of the European Union’s institutions, NATO and Permanent Representations of Member States.  This role will focus on issues relating to Boeing’s five pillar approach to sustatinability (fleet renewal, operational efficiency, renewable energy (including Sustainable Aviation Fuels), advanced technologies and market based measures). The ideal candidate will possess expertise in creating and leading policy advocacy campaigns (both direct advocacy and advocacy in partnership with customers, industry peers, trade associations and members states) aviation sustainability, energy resilience, and finance. The candidate will be a member of the Global Enterprise Sustainability (GES) Team and will report to the Regional Director of Sustainability for Europe, Middle East, Türkiye, Africa and Central Asia. The candidate will be based in the Boeing Brussels office, working closely with Boeing Global and the wider Boeing team.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of policy goals for the EU and NATO. Covering key files related to Boeing’s sustainability five pillars. Examples include, but are not limited to: ReFuelEU, EU ETS, PESCO – Military Mobility, Connected Europe Facility, Non-CO2, Taxonomy.
• Foster and own relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, institutions, governments, industry partners, and NGOs, to advance Boeing's sustainability agenda in the region.
• Develop, coordinate, lead and execute sustainability advocacy campaigns.
• Coordinate and support cross-functional sustainability objectives, collaborating with Sales, Marketing, Communications, BCA, BDS, BGS, Boeing Global (BG), Enterprise Technology (ET&T), Boeing Research & Technology (BR&T), and Global Enterprise Sustainability (GES).

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and qualifications:

• A proactive approach to independently advancing initiatives while effectively engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Experience with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and relevant technologies.
• A collaborative attitude and excellent communication skills to balance multiple stakeholder requirements, resolve contentious issues, and develop opportunities.
• A global perspective, with strong international acumen and experience working with diverse teams and understanding various viewpoints.
• Broad knowledge of global and European environmental and sustainability issues, including the policy and regulatory environment affecting aviation, as well as current and future carbon emissions incentive mechanisms or mandates impacting the commercial aviation industry.
• Strong presentation skills, with the ability to create, deliver, and share persuasive presentations representing Boeing to internal and external stakeholders.

​Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher
• Extensive experience in environmental studies, public policy, business development, or sustainability
• Proven ability to deliver advocacy.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver a portfolio of projects with multiple partners.
• Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency in English with strong writing and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in an environmental technical field, public policy, or related field; advanced degree preferred
• Very experienced in sustainability, policy advocacy, partnership development, strategy or sales, preferably within the aviation sector.
• Experience advocating, shaping, and crafting policy or legislation that can support the commercial aviation industry’s commitment to becoming carbon net-zero by 2050
• Strong understanding of environmental and sustainability principles and best practices.

Work Authorization:

This requisition is for a locally hired position in Belgium. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in Belgium. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

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