The Head of Public Affairs is a senior leadership role responsible for developing and implementing strategies that manage an organisation’s relationship with key external stakeholders including government agencies, policymakers, and the broader public. Their aim to ensure their organisation’s interests are effectively represented, influencing public policy and fostering a positive reputation.
Day-to-Day Duties:
Depending on the size of an organisation, the responsibilities of the Head of Public Affairs can vary, however most commonly include:
Developing and overseeing the organisation’s public affairs strategy, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives
Leading on advocacy initiatives to shape policy and regulatory developments that impact the organisation
Building and maintaining relationships with government officials, policymakers and regulatory bodies
Staying up-to-date on legislative and regulatory changes
Leading and mentoring the public affairs team
Representing the organisation in key forums, public hearings and stakeholder meetings and acting as the primary spokesperson on public policy matters
Coordinating with other teams in the organisation such as media and marketing to ensure consistent messaging across channels
