Objectives of the Position:

 

Ensure timely registration of Agrochemical Products, Pest Control and Non-Crop products in Indonesia to support business objectivesEnsure that BASF has the license to operate and sell crop protection and other related products in IndonesiaTo lead the Regulatory team by acting as a role model and coaching the team for high performance in Indonesia

 

Main Tasks:        

 

Accountable to provide regulatory guidance to our business units about active ingredient/products. To be consulted by regional and global colleagues on country-specific regulatory guidance Design optimized registration strategies for products in the country to support the agreed business goals considering potential short and long term issues and trends.Lead implementation of country regulatory strategy & budget for key products and to manage country specific pesticide issues. Coordinate execution of related activities by Development & Regulatory teams involving as appropriate with Marketing, Development, Operation units Interact with relevant external authorities. Maintain strong and effective relationship with relevant Government Agencies (Pesticide Committees and other Ministries), Universities, Research Centers and other Regulatory authoritiesIdentify potential Regulatory changes or issue (including banning and prohibition) in Indonesia and report to business, Regional and/Global Regulatory on the issue and implications for the portfolioImplement the Regional and Global Regulatory strategy for key products and to manage country specific pesticide issuesAdvocate better pesticide regulations with authorities and other stakeholders. Responsible for country registration dossiers: contribute to content, review and ensure consistency of parts provided by functional units; communicate decisions. Address related issues and coordinate scientific support. Interact and negotiate with representatives from governmental authorities to achieve regulatory objectives Maintain up to date and reliable regulatory information in the databases; Regstat, GIS4GAP (upcoming RegOne), STRIVE and other relevant databaseProvide leadership in product stewardship / sustainability programs related to the active ingredient or products under responsibility             Represent BASF Indonesia and active participation in CropLife Indonesia in the Regulatory Working Group, and other industry association as appropriateProvide guidance and training to colleagues on Regulatory and other related subjects Active participation in the people development topic with the Regional and Global Regulatory Team Support registration activities of the Genetically Modified EventsAlong with Business Go to Market strategy and future business set up, the responsibility could be extended to support other country registration activities in several countries. This will be discussed accordingly.

 

 

Job Requirements:

 

 

1. Education:

Master Degree in Agriculture or related sciences Bachelor Degree has to be compensated by experiences

 

2. Working Experience:

Min 10 years’ experience in regulatory affairs in agrochemical industry with leadership experienceExperience in dealing with authorities (committees, regulators, policy makers) Experience in biological efficacy, residue trials, e-fate/ecotoxicology, toxicology etc Network in Authorities, Government structures, Research institutes, Advisors, etc.

 

3. Technical & Professional Knowledge:

Expertise in assessing safe use of pesticides Strong comprehension level of agrochemical regulatory procedures, registration processes, data requirements for registration, social significance and regulatory authorities structures.Knowledge of crop protection industry: technical, commercial, farming techniques, crop specific issues, GAP’s etcAbility to build a good rapport with Government agencies and other relevant stakeholders, understand sensitivities

 

4. Other requirements:

Good command of English, both speaking and writingGood analytical and problem solving skillsGood interpersonal and communication skill especially in influencing authorities and representing companyMotivated team player, attention to details and committed to resultHigh level of understanding on country political situation and active in related networksAbility to connect and empathize on personal level with colleagues Meticulous and excellent time managementCulturally open-minded disposition, adaptability, integrity, strong leadership