Our client, a leader in the manufacturing industry, is looking for a Director of Public Affairs to join their regional team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead implementation of public affairs plans
• Monitor public policy and regulatory developments, emerging trends, and other political or public issues in the region and key markets; propose response strategies; ensure risks are managed and opportunities assessed
• Ensure measurable deliverables and metrics and aligned within the Communications function and the cluster/country leadership
• Provide strategic direction to in-market teams in the creation and execution of local public affairs engagement and/or direct local teams, as needed.
• Build/enhance capabilities, conduct training, coach and mentor local teams engaged in advocacy, ensure adequate external support

To be successful:

• Bachelor degree required. Advanced Degree in public policy, international affairs, political science, law and/or similar preferred
• 15+ years of related professional/Public Affairs experience gained in a similar role in a multinational company, Public Affairs firm, international organisation or industry association; preferably related to manufacturing industry
• Experience in the region
• Recognised as a creative and independent thinker who clearly articulates public policy ideas and is able to develop solutions that leads to workable outcomes
• Proven experience in developing and driving advocacy campaigns with measurable results
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• An inclusive, highly substantive and collaborative leader, strong team player
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills
• Well-organised, highly motivated, creative and analytical problem solver
• Demonstrated the ability to manage change, operate with ease in a dynamic environment and in navigating ambiguity to drive decisions
• Focuses on priorities, goals and outcomes
• Takes initiatives, makes timely decisions and operates with a sense of urgency and responsiveness