Government Affairs and Public Policy Manager

Google Inc.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech firm in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Government Affairs and Public Policy Manager to represent the company in policy-making. Responsibilities include developing strategies, leading policy campaigns, and networking with industry partners. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 7+ years in policy analysis within the tech sector. Excellent communication skills, including fluency in English and Bahasa Melayu, are required.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in policy analysis and campaigns related to technology.
• 7 years of experience working within government or public policy organizations.

Responsibilities

• Represent Google at levels of policy-making in Malaysia and the Philippines.
• Develop and execute government affairs and public policy strategies.
• Lead key policy campaigns advocating for Google's interests.
• Build and nurture networks of industry partners and allies.
• Ensure timely internal communications and provide counsel to teams.

Skills

Policy analysis

Government relations

Strategic communication

Networking

Campaign management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Job description

Government Affairs and Public Policy Manager

Google place Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Job Summary:

As a member of Google’s Government Affairs and Public Policy team, you'll be part of a global government affairs team, working across regions, product areas, and functions. You’ll combine creativity and intellectual excellence with the organizational skills to manage various campaigns, projects and initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Represent Google externally at the appropriate levels of policy-making and Government in Malaysia and the Philippines.
• Develop and execute government affairs and public policy strategies that align with Google's business objectives and values in Malaysia and the Philippines.
• Lead and manage key policy campaigns, advocating for Google's interests on a wide range of issues including data privacy, AI ethics, digital economy, content regulation, and competition.
• Build and nurture a network of trade associations, industry partners, non-profit groups, academics, and other third-party allies to support policies that promote an open internet and a user-focused online environment.
• Ensure timely internal communications and information flow locally and with global colleagues, providing counsel to cross-functional teams and leadership.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in policy analysis and campaigns, working on technology issues or the policy environments that surround them.
• 7 years of experience working within government, think tanks, public interest groups, technology industry groups, or corporate public policy organizations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Internet technologies and the policy environments that surround them.
• Knowledge of Internet in a modern society.
• Ability to stay informed on the technical and regulatory issues.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Ability to communicate in English and Bahasa Melayu fluently to support client relationship management in the region.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and translation skills.

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