Government Relations Manager

iSoftStone Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Government Relations Manager to enhance stakeholder relations and influence regional policies. The candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in government relations, strong negotiation skills, and be proficient in both Bahasa Melayu and English. This role offers an opportunity to impact the local business environment positively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of work experience in government relations or public policy roles.
• Strong understanding of government protocol and technology policy.
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders in Southeast Asia.
• Develop and implement strategies to engage local governments.
• Analyze government policies affecting the organization.

Skills

Government relations experience

Project management

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual in Bahasa Melayu and English

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for establishing, developing, and maintaining good relationships with local relevant stakeholders, including government departments, academic circles, industry associations and NGOs in Southeast Asia's major markets to promote and expedite government support, business operations, regulatory approvals, towards improving the overall environment for conducting business in the local market.
• In line with business strategy, develop and implement effective strategies and plans to engage and partner local government, academic, and other stakeholders. Work with local government stakeholders to secure strategic partnerships and incentives.
• Actively identify, research, analyse, and monitor the impact of government policies and programmes on the organisation. Recommend positions on industry's development trends (risks and opportunities) and develop strategies and engagement plans to enhance the organisation’s visibility and influence.
• Prepare regular reports/briefings on policy developments, stakeholder activities, and relevant initiatives.
• Represent the organisation to understand and participate in relevant projects or activities of government and relevant stakeholders. Where necessary, negotiate and advocate for the organisation’s interests.

Qualifications

Skill requirement

• Work experience: Relevant degree with minimum 5 years of work experience in governments, international government relations/foreign relations, or public policy-related roles, with a preference for Southeast Asian markets.
• Politically sensitive, solid understanding of government protocol, laws, legislation and regulations related to technology policy, AI, and education, and strong grasp of local policy-making, regulatory, and bureaucratic processes.
• Solid project management, data and information analytics, strong decision-making and problem-solving skills, and the ability to navigate and resolve complex organisational and government issues.
• Strong time-management, multi-tasking skills, and an ability to organize and coordinate multiple concurrent projects.
• Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills, able to cooperate and operate alongside a cross-regional team, with a mindset to leverage internal and external resources to solve problems, resolve conflicts, and progress with partners.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and expression skills, and proficiency in both oral and written Bahasa Melayu and English.

Application Questions

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Government Relations Manager?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?
• Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment background check?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?